Hello, my name is Haley Arteaga and I am an exercise science major at IU Indianapolis. Having grown up in Indy and attending Roncalli Catholic School (which used the Natatorium for swimming practices), I was aware of IU Indianapolis long before I began attending the school. In my sophomore year of high school I began swimming and would have everyday practices at the Natatorium at IU Indianapolis but I ended up attending Purdue University for my first couple years before transferring to IU Indianapolis. While I originally was on a pre-med track I soon found my interest in exercise science and have only grown more interested the more i've learned after changing my major. I have been lucky enough to participate in various clinics and working with companies who allow me to gain that hands on experience. I have always had a love for exercise and improving physical health and after the pandemic I came to the realization that it is what I wanted to go into professionally, specifically in chiropractics. I have been lucky enough to find work in a chiropractic office which gives me that hands-on experience and an idea of what my career could look like and preparing me for the ins and outs of the work. Growing up the oldest in a Mexican-American household as a first generation comes with its pressures along with the financial aspect which I have learned to navigate the older I have gotten; but it is also why I am so headstrong and hardworking in all that I do. I am excited for my journey at IU Indianapolis and the opportunities that I could be a part of ,like the Motor Activity Clinic, along with the outreach opportunities I have been involved in with my church and work. While my journey to this career and major has not been an easy road I do feel like it will be a rewarding one and I am excited to be at IU Indianapolis for it.