Xochitl Cruz
Nutritionist 1/Site Supervisor Texas WIC LA 77-21
When did you start work at UTMB?
April 15, 2024 (the beginning of a fruitful journey!)
What is the best thing about your job?
The best thing about working with UTMB WIC is the fulfillment I receive from helping mothers, infants and children though nutrition counseling.
Describe your life in six words.
Experience all you can every day.
What are three words that describe you?
Hardworking, friendly, selfless
Tell us about your life outside of work.
When I'm not working, I love to exercise by going on walks with my precious puppy Yuki, weight lift and rock climb. I spend time playing my PC games, drawing, volunteering and reading.
What is the coolest thing (or a fun fact) about you?
I have been skydiving in Hawaii.
What’s the best trip you’ve ever been on and why?
The best trip I have ever been on was traveling all over Europe with my sister after graduating with my master’s in Nutritional Sciences. We were able to experience the culture of three different countries (Spain, England and Sweden), which was eye-opening. Embracing different linguistics and sharing their local cuisine is irreplaceable.
What has been your most meaningful accomplishment so far?
Getting hired by UTMB!
What is it that you can’t live without?
My Bible.
If you could pick any superpower, what would it be?
I would pick the superpower of teleportation to avoid all the traffic and travel to Greece whenever I want fresh Mediterranean food.