Dallas College

Student Experience: Kimberlin Nino Diaz

Hi, my name is Kimberlin, but I like to be called Kim.

I have a passion for business and aspire to pursue a career in the field.

I joined Ascender because I wanted to develop my leadership skills and build meaningful connections with others. Since becoming part of this incredible program, I’ve had the opportunity to grow both personally and professionally.

Ascender has provided me with a supportive community where I can learn, challenge myself, and step outside my comfort zone. The friendships I’ve made here are invaluable, and the experiences have already shaped me in ways I never expected.

I’m grateful to be part of a program that encourages growth, leadership, and connection.

I can’t wait to see how much more I will learn and achieve with Ascender!


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Prayuth Phang

Prayuth Phang, RT(R)

Radiologic Technologist Community Portable X-ray Inc.
“Dallas College has a lot of programs for people who want to have a better life with education. I strongly recommend other students to join this program — they have the best teachers who really care about their students, as well as financial help available. I love what I’m doing, and I will continue doing it to serve people.”
General Studies, Radiologic Sciences
Mai Huynh

Mai Huynh, Ph.D.

Biochemistry and Nanotechnology Researcher
“The Dallas College STEM Institute made a big impact in my life. They gave us mentorship, and they had information about how to transfer to a university. It opened the golden door for me to reach my career goals. I appreciate the STEM Institute from the bottom of my heart.”
Biochemistry, Chemistry, English as a Second Language (ESL and ESOL), General Studies
Subah Saiara Ahmed

Subah Saiara Ahmed

ETMS Student and Phi Theta Kappa President
“I’ve seen friends leave STEM because they didn’t believe in themselves. I tell them, if I can do it with everything going on in my life, you can too. That matters to me.”
General Studies
Valentina Guzmán César

Valentina Guzmán César

Pre-Med Student
“There have been moments in my life when I saw how much of a difference one person can make simply by showing up. ... Those experiences drew me toward emergency medicine.”
General Studies
Kimberlin Nino-Diaz
Kimberlin Nino Diaz
Ascender Student
General Studies

Updated July 28, 2026