Annalysa Villarreal

PSJA Southwest Early College High School, Class of 2017

Associate Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies from South Texas College

Plans to Attend: Texas Tech University
Major: Medicine

Cross-Country Freshmen Runner-Up / 2014 Regional Qualifier / Business Professionals of America State Alternate / Top AR Reader

What are your goals and aspirations?
My aspirations and goals after high school is to attend Texas Tech University and earn a degree in medicine to someday become a Pediatrician. I want to come back to the Valley and take care of children here.  

Awards/Honors:
Cross-Country Freshmen Runner-Up / 2014 Regional Qualifier / Business Professionals of America State Alternate / Top AR Reader

How was your Early College experience?
I am thankful that I got an opportunity to get a head start and will obtain a degree as it will save time and money when I continue my studies. 

What has Early College done for you?
PSJA has prepared me for college by interacting with professors, having college assignments, teaching me to manage my time and participating in extracurricular activities. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to take college courses while participating in athletics

What would you say to your PSJA Family?
Thank you for allowing me to take college courses and give me the opportunity to participate in athletics. It was an amazing experience to be part of PSJA! My coaches and teachers guided me and intrinsically motivated me to fulfill my goals and earn my Associate.

What would be your message for underclassmen?
My advice for the underclassmen is to follow their dreams and goals. It is important that they select their college courses wisely and try to earn as many college credits as possible!