Magana Casa — Journal

All posts.

Personal case studies, field notes, and the occasional rant. Newest first.

Finance

SMART Scholarship Phase 0: What It Is, Who Should Apply, and My Experience Getting Awarded

From scholarship application to acceptance letter on April Fools Day… my full Phase 0 experience with the SMART Scholarship and why every STEM student should apply.

June 9, 2026

Finance

My First Blog Post!

A first post on breaking free from the new American Dream, building financial independence, and investing in family, faith, and the things that actually matter.

May 31, 2026