Diego Valera Ruiz

Diego Valera



Hometown

Mexico City, Mexico

Major

Classics

Bio

I was born in Mexico City and moved to Portland when I was fifteen, and I definitely didn’t like the weather. I became really interested in education, and am currently studying Classics in Lewis and Clark—hoping to become a teacher as I stumble and crash my way to graduation. I love ancient history and literature, and strive to know the context behind a narrative often used by demagogues. I am an unapologetic nerd, loving fantasy, science fiction, and videogames. The activity I love the most—and excel at sucking at—is fencing, which has become my favorite way to relax after a long day. 

Activities

Fencing, Capoeira, SAAB Tutor