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====== Sofia ======

Sofia is a 20-year-old Colombian international student navigating cultural differences, isolation, and the pressure to adapt quickly. She is intelligent and warm but socially cautious. Sofia wants to belong without losing her identity. Her journey explores identity, belonging, and cross-cultural misunderstandings.

**Background**: Colombian, international student from a socially conservative family. Sofia is adjusting to a new environment and the expectations of college life in the U.S. She struggles with language barriers and adapting to cultural differences, making her both reserved and resilient.

**Major**: Communications

**Role in Story**: Sofia is a quiet but determined student trying to balance her desire to succeed academically with the challenges of cultural and social adjustment. Her storyline explores cultural identity, resilience, and self-expression.

==== Key Traits ====

  * Soft-spoken
  * Observant
  * Gentle, empathetic
  * Slight language/cultural barriers

==== Motivations ====

  * To fit in
  * To build real friendships
  * To maintain her cultural identity

==== Fears ====

  * Being judged
  * Being misunderstood
  * Cultural isolation

==== Relationships ====

  * Jose — cultural connection
  * Brad — complicated dynamic
  * Deepak/Ji-ah — understands her quiet nature

==== How to Write Her ====

  * Soft language
  * Hesitations or pauses
  * Mixes warmth with uncertainty
  * Subtle emotional cues