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Ethnicity Personal Statement

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Being born in Puerto Rico, I was raised with different customs and celebrating different traditions. After moving to the United States at the age of 10, I began to further understand how ethnicity plays a pivotal part in an individuals life. How the individual thinks and acts are tied down to where he/she comes from. With that mindset, at an early age I began to develop a global mentality.

Obtaining an undergraduate in business has sparked my interested in further learning about how business are conducted globally.

Throughout my undergrad, I enjoyed working in teams. I believe that individuals are what shape globalization therefore when a team is put together, that’s when the most innovative plans come to life.

My past experience has
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