Congratulations!

Newly minted graduate, Thomas!!

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I have known Thomas for years, he is a big fan of his younger sister, Natalia, who used to shoot hoops with my Joy at recess in elementary school ~ and then they played select basketball together in middle school! We both cheered Natalia through high school and on to #1 in State 4A Championships in 2023. Video of amazing semifinal finish click here, Natalia is white #32

Thomas has had his own victories during that time, and I am pleased to have been a witness!

He went through an incredible musculoskeletal surgical & rehab progression to physically change the shapes of his legs and one foot for more mobility ~ and via Facebook he documented it all for his family and friends in Sammamish, Seattle, Columbia & Puerto Rico.

Can I get a witness? That’s me! I looked forward to each update.

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Love this SUIT!
Thomas purchased it in Columbia, where his father grew up, and had it tailored perfectly.

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During his time at UW, Thomas has made many friends and has helped make changes for the good on campus that will benefit many people for many years to come ~ he has been in a unique position with the personality to bring issues into public awareness, to basically seek justice, combined with a physicality that makes him aware of obstacles that most of his peers may never notice ~ while to other peers, those barriers can deny access to the education UW wants to offer.

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Thomas taught a class, mentored high school students, has volunteered for social movements to bring awareness to barriers, and worked on campus to make UW more accessible for ALL people!

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Thomas is heavily decorated! I love it!

One stole represents the Foster School of Business

This is where Thomas earned his two majors:

Human Resources Management

&

Information Systems

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Thomas complemented these bachelor degrees with a minor in education ~ inteligente ¡

The medal he wears on the purple ribbon is in recognition of his selection as one of only 100 students

(among undergraduate, graduate & professional students) in the

2024 Husky 100 

Leaders making a difference

In his own words, he strives to embody the change and inclusion he wishes to see in the world.

Read his Husky 100 Bio here 

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Thank you to Jo James for assisting on this sunny Seattle morning! 

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I aapreciated this opportunity to make portraits of YOU, Thomas! 

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Mr. Sefair Lopez is looking forward to his next step!

Beginning his career with Boeing!

Congratulations!