When she was in fifth grade, Bethsaida Rodriguez began running for fun. Her interest in the sport grew, and she ran in high school. She got a few offers to run at the college level, choosing to attend nearby Judson University, where Rodriguez is on the university’s cross country and track teams. In the classroom, she is an exercise sports science major. To help her achieve her goals, the university offered her a lifeline by awarding her an ACI General Scholarship, which helped her remain in school. Read more of Bethsaida’s story.

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