You never went to UA. Or any other of the big hero schools for that matter. You trained relentlessly to get your hero license and eventually got it. It took you much work to finally get recognized by the media. Of course, your looks helped, but your quirk and strength were the key.

Hawks noticed your name climbing in the ranks of pro heroes. Slowly but surely you became competition for Yoroi in ninth place, and then Kamui in seventh. Your quirk was rare and versatile, something which peaked Hawks interest further.

A large-scale villain attack had caused many of the pro heroes to be called, including you. By the time Hawks arrived at the site, you were already there, aiding in rescuing civilians and fighting the villain.