Marika Pescosolido

About Marika Pescosolido

Italy • Macedonia • Germany • United StatesIn November 2014, I entered a dark and empty cinema room in Rome, hugging a giant popcorn basket and squeezing “George\'s Secret Key to the Universe” under my right arm. “Interstellar” appeared in capital letters on the screen.Growing up in Italy in a multicultural household where \"lasagna\" and Macedonian \"burek\" were sharing the same dining table, I have always been exposed to - and. These are skills I believe to be essential to thrive in a global and respectful scientific community, where arguing over theories and results is as crucial as sharing opinions and world emergencies.I had the privilege of graduating with an IB Diploma in May 2025 from the ()(). This international environment taught me the importance of empathy, compassion, hard work, perseverance, and resilience, which are now at the core of my persona. During my time at UWC, I had the honour of being nominated 2024 and winning the \"\" Award 2025. Additionally, I took on the leadership roles of Student Representative and member of the International UWC Student Government.Currently, I am studying at the in (), where interactions with incredibly knowledgeable faculty and student body spark my curiosity and strengthen my ambitions. I feel driven by the remarkable mystery of our world and by the challenges it offers us. In this motivating environment, I pursue research because I feel destined and willing to succeed.As I always love to remind myself:\"If you think you are too small to make a difference, try sleeping with a mosquito.\" Never too young, never too hard: with curiosity and perseverance, I believe that everything is achievable.If you want to know more about me, please consider taking a look at my resume here: https://marikapescosolidoofficialcontact.carrd.co/

Experience

1. Mathematics & English Tutor

   Superprof

   Jun 2025 — Present · Rome, IT

   I provide math tutoring sessions, usually one hour long, in both Italian and English, offered online or in person. The lessons are designed for students from primary school up to the fifth year of high school, including preparation for the Italian High School Diploma and the International Baccalaureate (IB). Nonetheless, the english lessons focus on enhancing conversation and listening skills, preparing students not only for school exams, but also language certifications.

Education

• Georgia Institute of Technology

  Bachelor of Arts - BA, Physics

• Liceo Scientifico Statale "Teresa Gullace"

  Scientific High school

• UWC Robert Bosch College

  High School Diploma

  2023 — 2025