Amanda Perez
Major(s): Civil Engineering
Hometown: Mission Hills, CA
Extracurriculars
* Women’s Tennis Team (2022-Present)
* Student Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) member (2024-Present)
* Smiski Hunter
Why do you love UCI?
I love UCI for its incredibly supportive community- where students are motivated and professors are encouraging, fostering student growth. The location of the school is also unbeatable! We have the beach, delicious food spots, and LA all within a driving distance so you’ll always have something to do.
How can you be a successful Anteater?
Don’t get discouraged! You don’t have to be the smartest in the room, but you want to be a person who can work hard and learn how to bounce back when times get tough. Find study habits that work for you and stick with them. You will experience a fair share of ups and downs throughout your college career, but I would say to make the most of it! College is such a short yet pivotal moment in our lives, so take advantage of all the opportunities and resources available to us as students.
What is one fun fact about yourself?
A fun fact about myself is that I’ve traveled to 13 states for tennis tournaments since I was 12 years old!
