In Their Words: Rex Bauer

Name: Rex Bauer

Department: Economics

College: Rachel Carson

What Award/ Scholarship did you receive? Economics Department Education Abroad Fellowship for Global Economics

What year do you expect to graduate? 2019

Where do you call home? Oceanside, California

With all of the choices for college, what made UC Santa Cruz stand out? UC Santa Cruz stood out because of its top-notch education and beautiful surroundings. Because I’ve always had a desire to study economics on a global scale, the college and major fitted perfectly with what I wanted.

What is your field of focus? I studied Global Economics. I specialized in Spanish studies, learning Spanish and taking culture classes about Spain.

What do you hope to do once you graduate from UC Santa Cruz? I hope to move back to Spain, where I will continue to actively search for a job in finance.

What is one memorable moment that stands out for you as a student here? My most memorable moment as a student was actually abroad. It was the moment I stepped into the town of Cádiz and knew that my adventures had finally brought me to a new and exciting land.

What is your one piece of advice for incoming students about life at UC Santa Cruz? I would recommend that incoming students do the most to be involved. Whether that be in clubs, research, or sports it is important.

How will this scholarship/award impact your academic life/research? This scholarship has changed my life. It has opened me up to the broad world that exists, and I am a better person for it. It has let me make impactful connections abroad, some of which are helping me find finance jobs in Spain!