How the Phrase 'You're Just a Girl' Shaped My Engineering Path

As a robotics professor, I encounter ambitious students passionate about technology from an early age. My own journey diverged from robotics, rooted in the pressing needs of Mexico. Initial ambitions transitioned from diplomatic aspirations to engineering, propelled by early challenges and failures. My path led to Stanford and a commitment to diversity in STEM, fostering innovation and inclusion. Today, I focus on bridging gaps in representation and creating solutions that benefit all, emphasizing that true progress arises from embracing diverse perspectives.