Fellow:Rolando Cruz-Ulloa

Mr. International

Rolando Cruz-Ulloa is an Agronomy and Agribusiness student from the University of Puerto Rico at Mayagüez that loves leadership and pedagogical processes. Rolando has worked in two research projects, one in mycology and another in mathematical education process.

Also, he has been working in the staff of the first student-based startup accelerator in Puerto Rico, Idea Platform. Here he had the opportunity to found “AgroSolución”, a startup project focused in increasing the productivity and efficiency of Puerto Rican farmers through agronomic and financial consulting.

Recently, Rolando was chosen to represent the agricultural science students of UPRM by being part of the Faculty Student Council. He also belongs to the board of the annual fair "Feria Agrícola Educativa 5 Días con Nuestra Tierra", which is considered one of the most important agricultural fairs of Puerto Rico. This fair is organized solely by students of UPRM with the main objective to promote local agriculture and agricultural education on the island.

Conscious of the environmental situation of the planet, Rolando is a volunteer leader in “Para La Naturaleza”, a non-profit organization that is responsible for increasing the number of natural protected areas in Puerto Rico, and promoting environmental education for all citizens.

In addition to continue working his own company, Rolando’s main objective is to learn and acquire life experiences that contribute to his professional growth, but above all personal growth.

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