Uploaded March 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
Moving from Ecuador to pursue a degree in the United States, Fresno State student Rubi Pastrano shares how determination, scholarships and a supportive campus community helped her turn challenges into opportunities. From navigating a new language to discovering her passion for construction, her journey reflects how Fresno State identifies and elevates the talent students bring with them.
Through hands-on learning and industry connections in Fresno State’s Construction Management program, she gained real-world experience and the confidence that her hard work is creating new possibilities for the future.
At Fresno State, possibility meets intention. Faculty mentorship, industry partnerships and a community that believes in student potential empower Bulldogs to build careers that make an impact in the Central Valley and beyond.
Topics covered:
• International student experience at Fresno State
• Construction Management program and industry partnerships
• Overcoming language and financial challenges
• Internship opportunities and career preparation
Learn more about Fresno State Construction Management: https://csm.fresnostate.edu/cms/
Moving from Ecuador to pursue a degree in the United States, Fresno State student Rubi Pastrano shares how determination, scholarships and a supportive campus community helped her turn challenges into opportunities. From navigating a new language to discovering her passion for construction, her journey reflects how Fresno State identifies and elevates the talent students bring with them.
Through hands-on learning and industry connections in Fresno State’s Construction Management program, she gained real-world experience and the confidence that her hard work is creating new possibilities for the future.
At Fresno State, possibility meets intention. Faculty mentorship, industry partnerships and a community that believes in student potential empower Bulldogs to build careers that make an impact in the Central Valley and beyond.
Topics covered:
• International student experience at Fresno State
• Construction Management program and industry partnerships
• Overcoming language and financial challenges
• Internship opportunities and career preparation
Learn more about Fresno State Construction Management: https://csm.fresnostate.edu/cms/
