033 - Individuality with Victoria Bofill
Accelerate Access: The Podcast, Episode 033 - Individuality with Victoria Bofill, 2022 Nyah Fellow
Welcome to the next episode of Accelerate Access: The Podcast! We share stories of how access to opportunity changes lives. Hosted by Nyah Project founder, Leigh-Ann Buchanan, the podcast provides an inside look into the transformational journeys of our Nyah Fellows as they navigate college, careers, and personal growth as young leaders in the community.
Victoria Bofill, 2022 Nyah Fellow and University of Florida Gator, sits down with Leigh-Ann to discuss Hispanic representation and storytelling in film and theatre, being a twin, and her passion for educational equity, which stems from her experience with Breakthrough Miami. Also find out how she won over $1 million in scholarships to attend college debt-free and her advice for overcoming self-doubt, plus more!
"Don't let big opportunities scare you away from applying to them. Just apply…and be yourself." - Victoria Bofill
They also discuss:
Becoming comfortable as a unique individual, especially with a twin sister
Her dream for financial stability
Her passion for individual storytelling
How her childhood helped her with adaptability and being such a good packer
How interviewing for Nyah Project helped her get out of her comfort zone
Her first impressions of Ghana and pulling her first all-nighter in country
Learning about her superpower (analytical)
Her college application experience and support from peers and coaches
Why she admires Richard Branson and his efforts to promote dyslexia awareness
Her advice to seize opportunities and avoid comparisons
Finding joy in exploring different activities, such as sports and film
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