Andrea J. Romero, 39
Associate Professor, the University of Arizona
What one word best describes you?
Tenacious.
What is your proudest professional accomplishment?
Being awarded a South Tucson Prevention Coalition Star Award by a young man who was the graduate of positive youth development research programs I started eight years ago.
What do you want people to remember most about you?
That I am passionate about my work and creating positive change in the world.
How do you define a great leader?
Someone with an optimistic vision for the future.
If you could take any person living or dead to lunch, who would it be?
Maya Angelou.
What profession would you like to try other than your own?
Baker.
What unique talent do you possess that no one is aware of?
I have a great sense of direction.
