10/16/2026
"My experience with BYU-Pathway has been one of the most meaningful chapters of my life. More than an opportunity to study, it has been an opportunity to grow, strengthen my faith, and discover that when we place our dreams in God's hands and do our part, He can open doors we often cannot see.
"Starting a new chapter of life in another country, learning a new language, working, caring for my family, and returning to school at the same time has brought many challenges. There have been moments of exhaustion, doubt, and difficulty. But there have also been moments when I clearly felt God giving me the strength to keep going.
"And I am not alone on this journey. I have my wife by my side, supporting and encouraging me, and my daughter, who is one of the biggest reasons I want to grow and build a better future.
"Many times, when I am tired or an assignment seems difficult, I think of them. I think about the example I want to set for my daughter and the life we want to build as a family. It reminds me that every hour of studying, every challenge, and every achievement has a greater purpose.
"One of my greatest successes on this journey is not just what I have accomplished academically, but realizing that I did not give up. Every small achievement represents effort, faith, and the certainty that it is worth continuing.
"I have learned that God does not always change our circumstances immediately. Sometimes, He first changes our hearts, strengthens our faith, and prepares us to face what lies ahead.
"Because in the end, my greatest goal is not just to earn a degree. It is to become a better man, a better husband, a better father, and someone who can look back and say:
"I did not give up because I knew I was building something worth fighting for."
Cesar Gonzalez | Brazil | Business Administration
