Natalie Acosta

I'm a Construction Management student at the University of Florida with a passion for leadership, teamwork, and service. From leading student government to captaining varsity teams, I thrive in roles where I can bring people together and make an impact. I value hard work, integrity, and community—and I’m always looking for ways to grow and contribute.

• Club Golf, Gainesville, FL, 2025-01-01
• The National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC), Gainesville, FL, 2025-01-01
• Rinker Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC), Gainesville, FL, 2025-01-01

• Leadership Palm Beach County, West Palm Beach, FL, 2022-08-01, 2023-05-01, Nominated by my teachers and one other student from the school I participated in Leadership Development workshops, fostering collaboration and communication skills.
• Student Government Association President, West Palm Beach, FL, 2023-06-01, 2024-05-01, Directed and managed a team of 20+ students to plan and execute school-wide events, increasing student participation and fostering a sense of community within the school.

• SGA Class President, 9-10, Elected to represent the student body, led class meetings, planned school events, and served as a liaison between students and administration.
• SGA Treasurer, 11, Managed budgeting and fundraising for student government.
• SGA President, 12, Headed the entire student government, leading meetings, mentoring younger class officers.
• Young Entrepreneurs Manager, 10-11, Oversaw club operations, supported student-run business ventures.

• Girls Varsity Golf Captain, 9-12, Led the golf team all four years, helping foster a competitive and inclusive environment.
• Varsity Cheer Captain, 12, Directed routines, led practices, and encouraged school spirit.

• Varsity Golf, 9-12, Dedicated team member and multi-year MVP.
• Varsity Lacrosse, 9, Played competitively in freshman year.
• Varsity Cheer, 9-12, Maintained a four-year commitment to the cheer program.
• Varsity Soccer, 9-10, Played on the varsity team for two years.

• National Honor Society, 10-12, Inducted for academic excellence, leadership, and commitment to community service.
• Spanish Honor Society, 10-12, Recognized for achievement in Spanish.
• Varsity Golf MVP, 9-11, Acknowledged three consecutive years as the most valuable player.
• Golden Rose Award, 11, Selected by the Diocesan Council of Catholic Women.
• Smith College Book Award, 11, Honored for academic distinction, leadership, and service.
• WPTV Student Athlete of the Week, 12, Recognized on a local news station.
• Service Awards, 11, Received separate awards from Student Council, Campus Ministry, and Young Entrepreneurs.
• Kindness Award, 11, Given by faculty for consistently demonstrating compassion.
• Homecoming Court, 12, Nominated and voted onto court by peers.

• Key Club, 9-11, Participated in various volunteer initiatives.
• Green Club, 9-12, Advocated for environmental awareness.
• Spanish Honor Society Tutor, 10-12, Volunteered as a tutor to help fellow students.
• Eucharistic Minister & Mass Lector, 10-12, Served in school Masses.
• Cardinal Newman Ambassador, 9-12, Represented the school at open houses.
• Religious Retreat Leader, 10-12, Helped plan and lead faith-based retreats.
• Junior Couture Club, 9-12, Participated in fashion-focused community events.
• Honda Classic Volunteer, Assisted with operations and hospitality during a nationally recognized PGA Tour event.

• Golf
• Fishing
• Community Service