In Havana, Cuba, students are struggling due to the ongoing fuel crisis, exacerbated by the US blockade. The crisis has led to frequent power cuts, sometimes lasting up to 20 hours a day. Alejandro Benitez, a fourth-year architecture student, faces challenges as he tries to complete his assignments during the limited hours of electricity. Since February 2026, universities have moved classes online, impacting practical degrees like architecture and design. Students find it difficult to get feedback and direction from instructors. Shalia Garcia, a second-year industrial design student, has also struggled. Some courses have been suspended or reduced. Students must be self-starters, but face hurdles like limited data packages and slow teacher responses. Teachers also struggle due to lack of face-to-face time. Alfredo Rodriguez, an industrial design professor, notes that students have missed essential parts of the syllabus. Garcia's mother worries about her daughter's education. Benitez feels his future is threatened by the standoff with Washington.