From Barcelona Eight Grade Drop Out To An American University Presidency: The Inspiring Story of Dr. Xavier Amador

An Incredible Journey: From a Barcelona eight grade drop out to an American University Presidency

by Manuel A. Esteban

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Dr. Xavier Amador's journey from an eighth-grade dropout in Barcelona to the presidency of an American university is an inspiring story of perseverance, resilience, and the power of education.

Amador was born in Barcelona, Spain, in 1959. His family was poor, and he struggled in school. He dropped out of eighth grade and began working odd jobs to help support his family.

But Amador never gave up on his dream of getting an education. He enrolled in night school and eventually earned his high school diploma. He then went on to earn a bachelor's degree from the University of Barcelona and a master's degree from the University of California, Berkeley.

In 1996, Amador became the president of Cal Poly Pomona, a public university in Southern California. He is the first Latino to hold this position.

Under Amador's leadership, Cal Poly Pomona has become a more diverse and inclusive university. He has also worked to improve the quality of education and research at the university.

Amador's story is an inspiration to everyone who has ever doubted their ability to achieve their dreams. He shows us that anything is possible if we never give up on our goals.

Early Life and Education

Xavier Amador was born in Barcelona, Spain, in 1959. His family was poor, and he struggled in school. He dropped out of eighth grade and began working odd jobs to help support his family.

But Amador never gave up on his dream of getting an education. He enrolled in night school and eventually earned his high school diploma. He then went on to earn a bachelor's degree from the University of Barcelona and a master's degree from the University of California, Berkeley.

Career

After earning his master's degree, Amador worked as a faculty member at the University of California, Santa Cruz, and the University of California, Berkeley. In 1996, he became the president of Cal Poly Pomona, a public university in Southern California.

Under Amador's leadership, Cal Poly Pomona has become a more diverse and inclusive university. He has also worked to improve the quality of education and research at the university.

Awards and Honors

Amador has received numerous awards and honors for his work in education. In 2006, he was named one of the "100 Most Influential Hispanics" by Hispanic Business magazine. In 2015, he was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the highest civilian honor in the United States.

Personal Life

Amador is married and has two children. He is a passionate advocate for education and social justice.

Legacy

Dr. Xavier Amador's legacy is one of perseverance, resilience, and the power of education. He is an inspiration to everyone who has ever doubted their ability to achieve their dreams. He shows us that anything is possible if we never give up on our goals.

An Incredible Journey: From a Barcelona eight grade drop out to an American University Presidency

by Manuel A. Esteban

4.8 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	14572 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	282 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

FREE