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Gonzalo Gonzalez

Gonzalo Gonzalez

Department of Homeland Security

McAllen, TX USA

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Gonzalo's work combines: Environment & Nature, Technology, and Being Physically Active

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Day In The Life

Border Patrol Agent

I'm currently a K-9 handler that assists along the Rio Grande River in apprehending illegal aliens and narcotics.

Skills & Education

Here's the path I took:

  • High School

    Mission high school

  • Bachelor's Degree

    Criminal Justice/Police Science

    The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

Here's the path I recommend for someone who wants to be a Border Patrol Agent :

Bachelor's Degree: Criminal Justice/Police Science

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Defining Moments

How I responded to discouragement

  • THE NOISE

    Messages from Peers:

    You could be earning more money instead of going to school.

  • How I responded:

    Nobody can take knowledge away from you.