The first time Mark-Anthony Delva stepped foot on the Florida International University campus, his group of fellow high schoolers and guidance counselors got lost. It was one of the best mistakes that could have happened, he admits.
“We explored every corner of the campus. I loved it,” Delva says. “It was like a buzz of electricity. As we walked through GC, seeing students everywhere, hearing conversations, I felt an immediate sense of community. That stood out to me because at other schools I visited, it felt quiet and disconnected, but here I felt like I could belong. I felt like this was already home.”
Today, as Delva prepares to finish his senior year at FIU, he is leaving behind his own unique energy and impact. While pursuing his computer science degree in the College of Engineering and Computing, Delva hasn’t just studied algorithms and code. He’s curated a rich tapestry of experiences through campus organizations and internships that have molded him into a career-ready professional.
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