Cassandra Garcia

Cassandra is a first-generation high school and college graduate from Dallas, TX. She studied University Studies of Leadership, Minoring in Business and Communications at Texas A&M University. While obtaining her degree, Cassie was a Peer Recruiter for A&M, a Math and Reading tutor for K-9th grade, and a brand associate for Old Navy.

She volunteered her time as a student voice for Leadership ISD when she was in Dallas and was Vice President of an organization on campus called First Generation Aggies. After graduation, Cassie worked at a small law firm in Dallas focusing on estate planning for three years. While helping people understand the importance of an estate plan, she is currently a board member for a nonprofit that is dedicated to helping Latin college students through mentorship and scholarships.

Her degree and these positions only ignited her passion, which drove her even further to join VMYDF. In fact, her desire to help others and give back to the community has been what she wanted to do since she was a kid. While in high school, she discovered the powerful impact having the support of just one person can do to inspire motivation in someone. To be placed in the position to become that one person for students is Cassie’s dream and is proud to say she is now living it.