After graduating from Westminster Christian School,[1] Arteaga chose to play baseball at the University of Miami.
After his professional career ended, Arteaga received his bachelor's degree in criminal justice from the University of Miami.
[5] In 2016, rumors circulated that he might take the head coaching job at FIU for baseball, but he stayed with Miami.
[14][15] In his honor, Arteaga and his family created the "Be the Light" foundation, a nonprofit organization that awards scholarships and resources to those in need.
Arteaga told Sports Illustrated, "We knew he'd be a good player, but no one saw him (Rodriguez) being what he is.
[19] Along with Rodriguez, Arteaga is also close friends with Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora.