Seeking an internship in biology, technology, or healthcare.
For a copy of Angela’s resume, please email (program@shecan.global).
Angela Chacon Aguilar is a First Year student at Beloit College with a potential major still undecided. She grew up in the small village of Parramos, located between Chimaltenango and Antigua Guatemala. Raised by her mother, a local school teacher, and her father, an accountant, Angela is one of four sisters, all of whom are pursuing their education.
Angela has a deep love for learning, always seeking new challenges, engaging in reading, and exploring activities that expand her knowledge. During high school, she excelled academically and proudly represented Colegio San Bernabé in national Olympiads. She earned third place in mathematics and fifth place in biology in the Guatemalan National Science Olympiad.
Angela’s passion extends beyond academics. She is deeply committed to environmental causes, actively volunteering in reforestation projects within her community. As part of her environmental efforts, she established Eco Children in collaboration with the non-governmental organization CEDIG, aiming to instill environmental consciousness in young students and foster a sense of responsibility for nature.
Angela also values the arts and sports as tools for empowerment and connection. She co-founded a dance group for girls and women in her town, providing a space for creative expression. As the captain of a women’s national sports team, she led her team to a third-place finish nationally.
At Beloit, Angela is furthering her commitment to sustainability and education through her involvement in the School of Environment and Sustainability’s team management, as well as participating in the Reading Buddies and Outdoor Environmental Club.
Angela envisions a future where Guatemala and its Mayan communities coexist harmoniously with their natural surroundings. She is dedicated to fostering a reciprocal relationship between people, fauna, and flora, and she sees organizations like SHE-CAN as instrumental in achieving this vision. Angela is committed to shaping a brighter, sustainable future for her community and her country.
