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Paola Jaramillo Calderon interacts with a mannequin in Penn State Altoona's nursing simulation lab.

Fate Over Fear

It may not be the journey Paola Jaramillo Calderon imagined she’d take, but she’s putting trust in herself and destiny to get her where she is meant to be.

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A mural spearheaded by Pam Etters near the Pacifica Fernandez Elementary School in Costa Rica

Murals Do "Talk"

Pam Etters uses the same tools she applies as a soccer coach off the playing field as part of the Murals Talk art project, which aims to positively impact people and communities.

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