1943 calle Temor Ext. Villa Paraiso Ponce, Puerto Rico 00728-3638 October 17, 2022 5 Greetchen Diaz-Mufioz Ph.D. Director, Science Education Program and Community Partnerships ‘Semillas de Triunfo: Programa de Chicas Embajadoras STEM Dear Dr. Diaz-Mufioz My name is Patricia C. Rodriguez-Rodriguez; I am reaching to you because as part of my interests in my professional development, 1 would like to apply for the position of mentoring coordinator-Semillas de Triunfo Program. Asan alumna and ambassador of the Semillas de Triunfo program (2015) I recognize the importance of motivating young girls from Puerto Rico to explore STEM careers. | wish I could contribute with my experience and knowledge to help more students develop the necessary skills and leadership to grow in the STEM fie!4. I have previous experience as a mentor after volunteering for the Science and Technology Research Development Center summer camp (2019). In this experience I had the opportunity to organize and offer workshops aimed at STEM disciplines to children from 4 to 17 years of age. also have experience in scientific research. | have been part of various scientific research projects, allowing me to develop methodologies, carry out experiments and professional presentations. I regularly participate in international STEM conferences and professional developments, both as a listener and as a presenter, so | understand the dynamics of these types of activities. I believe that my knowledge in scientific research and my experiences in the field of STEM education could contribute to the Semillas de Triunfo program. I look forward to arranging an interview with you. Sincerely, Patricia C. Rodriguez Rodrig!