Marisa Rodriguez Upham digs into her Hispanic roots

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When she was young, Marisa Rodriguez Upham never felt like she fit in. Her family chose to embrace the American culture in place of upholding and immersing Mexican traditions. However, she found love and acceptance and was able to dig into her roots and celebrate who she is.

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