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Hello! My name is Ala, and I'm a first-generation immigrant and university student. I moved to the United States when I was eight years old, having spent my early years in a rural village in Iran. I have a strong passion for microbiology and epidemiological research, particularly when it comes to studying minority populations. My long-term goal is to pursue an MD/PhD and build a career as a physician-scientist. I’ve always been deeply committed to research, and I believe that addressing population health means not only treating symptoms but also tackling the root causes of disease—...

Anna Sánchez is a Chicana writer, advocate, and the founder of MAMS, an organization dedicated to uplifting the stories and successes of womxn. Originally from the Kumeyaay/Tijuana, Mexico, and San Diego regions, Anna is a mother of five and a published poet whose work highlights the borderlands, BIPOC communities, and womxn's experiences. She is currently working on a book of poetry and photographs that reflects her personal story and various life experiences.

Anna is pursuing a degree in Chicanx/Latinx Studies with minors in Education and Creative Writing at UC...

I have an immense passion for wildlife conservation and rehabilitation. Currently, I am part of San Francisco’s Zoo A.R.C. internship, which provides me exposure to zoo operations and hands-on experience caring for ambassador animals who reside in the Koret Center for Animal Rescue and Conservation (“A.R.C.”). I also conduct invertebrate research focusing on the evolutionary history of nudibranchs at the California Academy of Sciences. My hobbies include hot yoga, hiking, and birdwatching around the San Francisco Bay Area. I plan to continue my research work and later obtain my Ph.D....

I’m a 1st-gen, Chicana, transfer student from the Central Valley. I’m studying Media Studies at UC Berkeley, to equip myself with tools and knowledge that will help me engage with communities effectively. Coming from a family of collective immigrants, I believe I inherited a passion for helping communities. My desire for community participation and equity fuels my ambition to make a difference in the social justice sector. With that being said, I am currently exploring spaces with a curiosity and an open mind where I can make an impact and find community. Here on campus, I’m part of...