Honor Society® member
Julissa Ovalle
- University of Houston
- Journalism and Business
- Class of 2028
- USA
Member since December 2025
About
I am an undergraduate student pursuing my degree while balancing full-time professional employment and raising my daughter. I have maintained a 3.8 GPA and earned placement on the Dean’s List for Spring 2025 and Fall 2025, reflecting consistency, discipline, and academic excellence.
My academic journey is intentional and purpose-driven. Managing coursework alongside significant professional and personal responsibilities has strengthened my time-management skills, resilience, and ability to perform at a high level under pressure. I approach my education as a long-term investment in leadership, credibility, and service, knowing it is foundational to my future legal career.
Through both academic and professional experiences, I have developed strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills. These experiences continue to shape me into a focused, motivated student committed to excellence and growth.
Education
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University of Houston
journalism and Business
2025 – Present
Honors and awards
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Deans list Spring 2025 - present
Earned Dean’s List recognition for maintaining a high academic standing while balancing full-time employment and parenting responsibilities, demonstrating consistent academic excellence and commitment.
Goals and interests
- Career goal
My goal is to become an attorney and, long term, a law firm owner and manager. I am committed to pursuing a legal career that combines advocacy, leadership, and service. Beyond practicing law, I aim to build and manage a firm that values integrity, excellence, mentorship, and client-centered representation.
I am especially interested in leadership roles that allow me to shape organizational culture, guide teams, and create systems that support both professional excellence and sustainable growth.
- Graduate school interests
I plan to attend law school to further develop my legal knowledge, analytical skills, and leadership capacity. Graduate legal education will prepare me to practice law at a high level and equip me with the tools necessary to effectively lead and manage a law firm.
- Outside the classroom
I enjoy reading and writing, particularly content focused on leadership, personal growth, and professional development. I am also interested in content creation and strategic communication, especially using social media as a tool for education, storytelling, and community connection. In my personal time, I value wellness practices and spending quality time with my daughter, which helps me maintain balance, perspective, and discipline.
Experience
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Case manager
Sorrels Law
Jan 2024 – Jan 2026
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Firm manager
Martinez Immigration
Jan 2022 – Jan 2024
Volunteering
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Flex
Bread of Life
Jul 2020 – Jan 2025
Languages
- Spanish Fluent
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