Boarding #SeniorSpotlight: Diego Villanueva Gutierrez

A Darlington student is made up of many things. None of which is average. We help our students develop their interests, passions and pursuits, because we believe every individual has something to contribute. We also believe that only when you're 100% you, are you 100% Darlington. 

Here at Darlington, every student’s path is different. We think that's a good thing. 

In this #SeniorSpotlight get to know Diego Villanueva Gutierrez, a first-year boarding student from San Luis Potosi, Mexico, and member of the Soccer Academy.                     

When you think of high school, what song comes to mind?     

“Friends”

What's your favorite show to binge on Netflix?     

“Peaky Blinders”

What house are you a member of?     

Neville House

What are you involved in at Darlington?   

Soccer Academy

If you play sports, who is your favorite coach and why?    

Coach Chad because I get along with him really well. 

What's your favorite place on campus and why?    

Huffman Center because it is a sport complex and I love sports. 

Who's your favorite teacher and why?       

Mr. Enderle because I like his classes and I enjoy my time. He also speaks Spanish.      

What's your favorite thing about Darlington?    

Playing soccer     

Describe an experience that you've had at Darlington that you couldn't have had anywhere else.     

Soccer showcases and trips with my team     

What are some of the ways you've grown since you first came to Darlington?     

I have become more tolerant and patient, and I’ve learned that the people that really love you will always be there even if you are far away from them.     

Where do you want to go to college and what is your dream job?    

Anahuac University in Mexico and I want to be a lawyer.

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