EDUCATION
University of California, Berkeley, School of Law
Juris Doctorate , May 2013
Specialization: Certificate of Specialization in International Law
Honors: Graduate Opportunity Program Master's Fellowship; Berkeley Law Public Interest Summer Fellowship; Leadership Institute for Women of Color Attorneys, Inc. Scholarship Recipient (2013).
Activities: Research Assistant, Professor Andrew Guzman (Dec. 2011 – July 2012); International Law Society, Co-chair (2011-2012), Projects Director (2010-11); Graduate Social Club, Co-chair (2010-12); La Raza Law Students Association, 1L Representative (2010-11); Centro Legal de la Raza, Workers’ Rights Clinic Volunteer (2010-11).
University of California, Berkeley
Bachelor of Arts, International Political Economies, Dec. 2007
Concentration: International Human Rights Law
Honors: Initiative for Diversity in Education And Leadership Scholarship Recipient; Hispanic Scholarship Fund Scholarship Recipient; Cal in the Capital Scholarship Recipient; Golden Key International Honor Society; University Presidential Inaugural Conference 2009 Scholar.
Activities: International & Area Studies Student Association, President (2005–06); University of California, Berkeley, Model United Nations. Head Delegate for World Model U.N. Conferences; at Peking University, and Harvard University (2006); Organizer for U.C. Berkeley Model United Nations Conference (2005, 2006); Office of the President, Associated Students of the University of California (ASUC), Project Director (2005-06).
American University in Paris, U.C. Berkeley, Education Abroad Program Aug. 2006 – Dec. 2006
Activities: Served as panelist for discussion of U.S. education policy, hosted by the U.S. Department of State, Paris Office.
Juris Doctorate , May 2013
Specialization: Certificate of Specialization in International Law
Honors: Graduate Opportunity Program Master's Fellowship; Berkeley Law Public Interest Summer Fellowship; Leadership Institute for Women of Color Attorneys, Inc. Scholarship Recipient (2013).
Activities: Research Assistant, Professor Andrew Guzman (Dec. 2011 – July 2012); International Law Society, Co-chair (2011-2012), Projects Director (2010-11); Graduate Social Club, Co-chair (2010-12); La Raza Law Students Association, 1L Representative (2010-11); Centro Legal de la Raza, Workers’ Rights Clinic Volunteer (2010-11).
University of California, Berkeley
Bachelor of Arts, International Political Economies, Dec. 2007
Concentration: International Human Rights Law
Honors: Initiative for Diversity in Education And Leadership Scholarship Recipient; Hispanic Scholarship Fund Scholarship Recipient; Cal in the Capital Scholarship Recipient; Golden Key International Honor Society; University Presidential Inaugural Conference 2009 Scholar.
Activities: International & Area Studies Student Association, President (2005–06); University of California, Berkeley, Model United Nations. Head Delegate for World Model U.N. Conferences; at Peking University, and Harvard University (2006); Organizer for U.C. Berkeley Model United Nations Conference (2005, 2006); Office of the President, Associated Students of the University of California (ASUC), Project Director (2005-06).
American University in Paris, U.C. Berkeley, Education Abroad Program Aug. 2006 – Dec. 2006
Activities: Served as panelist for discussion of U.S. education policy, hosted by the U.S. Department of State, Paris Office.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Head of Business Development and Partnerships, SchoolMint, San Francisco, CA Sept. 2014 – Nov 2016
Establish, cultivate, and manage partnerships with national and state education organizations, foundations, school choice cities, non-profits, channel partners, and other organizations in education. Drive business development strategy and initiatives at SchoolMint. Design, develop, and implement marketing strategies and build company brand. Speaker, blogger, and thought leader in edTech. Presenter and representative for SchoolMint at conferences, trade shows, and other national events.
Interim Talent Strategy Specialist, Teach For America, San Francisco, CA March 2014 – Sept. 2014
Support incoming corps members (CMs) and alumni base of approx. 700 alums in finding placements in SF classrooms and other education roles. Identify staffing needs and priorities of our school partners, and be in constant communication to ensure that the right leaders are in the right positions so we can move towards transformational classrooms. Daily communication with CMs, alums, staff, partners and stakeholders.
Bridge Legal Fellow, American Civil Liberties Union, San Francisco, CA Sept. 2013 – Feb. 2014
Legal research/writing. Identify potential plaintiffs for impact litigation/policy advocacy. Case intake and investigation. Obtain feedback from community members for policy advocacy materials.
Estamos Unidos Field Fellow, American Civil Liberties Union, San Francisco, CA June 2013 – Nov. 2013
Responsible for organizing local workshops/townhalls in partnership with local organizations, community organizers, and community leaders. Provide comprehensive “Know Your Rights” workshops focused on informing people of their constitutional rights with regards to police, immigration officials, checkpoints, reproductive health, school discipline, and general workshops on the legislative process, particularly with regard to Comprehensive Immigration Reform. Support volunteers and community partners via leadership trainings, networking, and resources.
Certified Law Clerk, San Mateo County District Attorney’s Office, Redwood City, CA Dec. 2012 – May 2013
Legal research/writing and courtroom presentations under Deputy District Attorney supervision. Respond to defense motions. Conduct preliminary hearings, motions to suppress, and oral arguments.
Summer Associate, Barrera Siqueiros y Torres Landa, S.C., Mexico City, Mexico May 2012 – July 2012
Worked at a leading Mexican law firm. Conducted legal research and drafted memoranda focusing on arbitration, antitrust, civil, and business law matters. Translated and revised contracts. Edited law firm’s work product for law firm.
Legal Intern, International Human Rights Law Clinic, Berkeley, CA & Guayaquil, Ecuador Dec. 2011 – May 2012
Member of legal team that represented Guatemalan human rights victims in a hearing before the Inter-American Court of Human Rights (extraordinary session in Guayaquil, Ecuador) in Ecuador. Case sought to hold the State of Guatemala accountable for the forced disappearance of thousands of individuals during Guatemala's civil war. Preparatory work consisted of coordinating with and preparing experts and, witnesses for the hearing; helping draft and revise oral and closing written arguments; and analyzing international case law, prior legal research, declassified U.S. documents, and secondary sources. Fluency in written and spoken Spanish required.
Legal Intern, International Criminal Law Services Foundation, The Hague, Netherlands May 2011 – Aug. 2011
Researched, took a lead on publication design, and helped draft a comprehensive, practice-oriented 1000-page training manual for national legal training centers, attorneys, and judges to implement international criminal and human rights law standards and precedents in the national courts of Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Croatia. Publication is to serve as a comprehensive, practice-oriented curriculum to be used by national legal training centers and other legal training providers in capacity-building activities for legal practitioners. The fifteen modules that compose the curriculum focus especially on genocide, crimes against humanity, and war crimes. Project title: “Supporting the Transfer of Knowledge and Materials of War Crimes Cases from the ICTY to National Jurisdictions.”
Legal Volunteer, Centro Legal de la Raza Workers' Rights Clinic, Oakland, CA August 2010 – June 2011
Investigated allegations of employment discrimination and collaborated with attorneys to determine the validity behind such claims. Coordinated with attorneys and fellow law school students in order to provide advice, referrals, and brief services to clients. Filed discrimination and wage claims, wrote letters informing the opposing party of the existence of the claim, and provided clients with legal advise specific to their case.
5th & 4th grade Bilingual Teacher, Teach for America, San Jose & Los Angeles, CA June 2008 – June 2010
Designed and implemented creative teaching strategies and accountability systems. Led community-projects to inform students, parents, and community members of their constitutional rights. Instituted plan of instruction resulting in the 5th grade team having the highest academic gains on state-wide exam in relation to all other grade levels in the school. | TFA Bay Area Latino Association, Co-Founder.
Court Monitor for Charles G. Taylor Case, Special Court of Sierra Leone, U.C. Berkeley War Crimes Studies Center, The Hague, Netherlands
Conducted research, monitored proceedings, and assisted in generating reports. Jan. 2008 – May 2008
Intern Investigator, District of Columbia Public Defender Service, Washington, DC May 2007 – Aug. 2007
Collaborated with attorneys and staff on criminal cases. Assembled records, photographed and diagrammed crime scenes, made and prepared court exhibits, performed extensive criminal background checks, served subpoenas, provided testimony, and wrote investigative research reports and memoranda.
Intern, Office of United States Senator, Barbara Boxer, San Francisco, CA Jan. 2007 – June 2007
Operated as a liaison between citizens and the federal government. Research focused on civil rights, immigration law, state/federal concerns, and homeland security policies. Assisted with administrative/office operations and attended to constituent correspondence.
Youth Development Division Intern, Children’s Defense Fund, Washington, DC May 2006 – Aug. 2006
Attended and reported on congressional and legislative briefings/hearings; analyzed academic and government reports. Juvenile justice focus.
Gymnastics Instructor & Program Manager, Golden Bear Recreation Center, City of Gilroy Gymnastics, Morgan Hill USA Gymnastics 2001-2006
Program Manager Duties: Trained & supervised 8 person staff during children’s activities program in Gymnastics Center. Scheduled, planned, and managed activities/events.
Coaching Duties: Responsible for the planning, coaching, implementation and operation of the Recreation Programs; Coached children ages 18 months - 16 years old both one-on-one and in small groups at Gymnastics Center. Developed strong record of client/parent loyalty as an instructor.
High School Program Outreach Facilitator, Raza Retention & Recruitment Center, U.C. Berkeley Spring 2005
Led workshops that informed high school students of the requirements needed to attend public and/or private universities in California. Familiarized students with the different financial aid opportunities available. Advised, mentored, and motivated low-income and minority students.
After School Tutoring Coordinator, Mexican American Community Services Agency, Gilroy, CA Summers 2003 & 2004
Instructed low-income students of 3rd -6th grade in English, Math, and Science. Tutored students and worked one-on-one with limited English proficiency students.
Establish, cultivate, and manage partnerships with national and state education organizations, foundations, school choice cities, non-profits, channel partners, and other organizations in education. Drive business development strategy and initiatives at SchoolMint. Design, develop, and implement marketing strategies and build company brand. Speaker, blogger, and thought leader in edTech. Presenter and representative for SchoolMint at conferences, trade shows, and other national events.
Interim Talent Strategy Specialist, Teach For America, San Francisco, CA March 2014 – Sept. 2014
Support incoming corps members (CMs) and alumni base of approx. 700 alums in finding placements in SF classrooms and other education roles. Identify staffing needs and priorities of our school partners, and be in constant communication to ensure that the right leaders are in the right positions so we can move towards transformational classrooms. Daily communication with CMs, alums, staff, partners and stakeholders.
Bridge Legal Fellow, American Civil Liberties Union, San Francisco, CA Sept. 2013 – Feb. 2014
Legal research/writing. Identify potential plaintiffs for impact litigation/policy advocacy. Case intake and investigation. Obtain feedback from community members for policy advocacy materials.
Estamos Unidos Field Fellow, American Civil Liberties Union, San Francisco, CA June 2013 – Nov. 2013
Responsible for organizing local workshops/townhalls in partnership with local organizations, community organizers, and community leaders. Provide comprehensive “Know Your Rights” workshops focused on informing people of their constitutional rights with regards to police, immigration officials, checkpoints, reproductive health, school discipline, and general workshops on the legislative process, particularly with regard to Comprehensive Immigration Reform. Support volunteers and community partners via leadership trainings, networking, and resources.
Certified Law Clerk, San Mateo County District Attorney’s Office, Redwood City, CA Dec. 2012 – May 2013
Legal research/writing and courtroom presentations under Deputy District Attorney supervision. Respond to defense motions. Conduct preliminary hearings, motions to suppress, and oral arguments.
Summer Associate, Barrera Siqueiros y Torres Landa, S.C., Mexico City, Mexico May 2012 – July 2012
Worked at a leading Mexican law firm. Conducted legal research and drafted memoranda focusing on arbitration, antitrust, civil, and business law matters. Translated and revised contracts. Edited law firm’s work product for law firm.
Legal Intern, International Human Rights Law Clinic, Berkeley, CA & Guayaquil, Ecuador Dec. 2011 – May 2012
Member of legal team that represented Guatemalan human rights victims in a hearing before the Inter-American Court of Human Rights (extraordinary session in Guayaquil, Ecuador) in Ecuador. Case sought to hold the State of Guatemala accountable for the forced disappearance of thousands of individuals during Guatemala's civil war. Preparatory work consisted of coordinating with and preparing experts and, witnesses for the hearing; helping draft and revise oral and closing written arguments; and analyzing international case law, prior legal research, declassified U.S. documents, and secondary sources. Fluency in written and spoken Spanish required.
Legal Intern, International Criminal Law Services Foundation, The Hague, Netherlands May 2011 – Aug. 2011
Researched, took a lead on publication design, and helped draft a comprehensive, practice-oriented 1000-page training manual for national legal training centers, attorneys, and judges to implement international criminal and human rights law standards and precedents in the national courts of Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Croatia. Publication is to serve as a comprehensive, practice-oriented curriculum to be used by national legal training centers and other legal training providers in capacity-building activities for legal practitioners. The fifteen modules that compose the curriculum focus especially on genocide, crimes against humanity, and war crimes. Project title: “Supporting the Transfer of Knowledge and Materials of War Crimes Cases from the ICTY to National Jurisdictions.”
Legal Volunteer, Centro Legal de la Raza Workers' Rights Clinic, Oakland, CA August 2010 – June 2011
Investigated allegations of employment discrimination and collaborated with attorneys to determine the validity behind such claims. Coordinated with attorneys and fellow law school students in order to provide advice, referrals, and brief services to clients. Filed discrimination and wage claims, wrote letters informing the opposing party of the existence of the claim, and provided clients with legal advise specific to their case.
5th & 4th grade Bilingual Teacher, Teach for America, San Jose & Los Angeles, CA June 2008 – June 2010
Designed and implemented creative teaching strategies and accountability systems. Led community-projects to inform students, parents, and community members of their constitutional rights. Instituted plan of instruction resulting in the 5th grade team having the highest academic gains on state-wide exam in relation to all other grade levels in the school. | TFA Bay Area Latino Association, Co-Founder.
Court Monitor for Charles G. Taylor Case, Special Court of Sierra Leone, U.C. Berkeley War Crimes Studies Center, The Hague, Netherlands
Conducted research, monitored proceedings, and assisted in generating reports. Jan. 2008 – May 2008
Intern Investigator, District of Columbia Public Defender Service, Washington, DC May 2007 – Aug. 2007
Collaborated with attorneys and staff on criminal cases. Assembled records, photographed and diagrammed crime scenes, made and prepared court exhibits, performed extensive criminal background checks, served subpoenas, provided testimony, and wrote investigative research reports and memoranda.
Intern, Office of United States Senator, Barbara Boxer, San Francisco, CA Jan. 2007 – June 2007
Operated as a liaison between citizens and the federal government. Research focused on civil rights, immigration law, state/federal concerns, and homeland security policies. Assisted with administrative/office operations and attended to constituent correspondence.
Youth Development Division Intern, Children’s Defense Fund, Washington, DC May 2006 – Aug. 2006
Attended and reported on congressional and legislative briefings/hearings; analyzed academic and government reports. Juvenile justice focus.
Gymnastics Instructor & Program Manager, Golden Bear Recreation Center, City of Gilroy Gymnastics, Morgan Hill USA Gymnastics 2001-2006
Program Manager Duties: Trained & supervised 8 person staff during children’s activities program in Gymnastics Center. Scheduled, planned, and managed activities/events.
Coaching Duties: Responsible for the planning, coaching, implementation and operation of the Recreation Programs; Coached children ages 18 months - 16 years old both one-on-one and in small groups at Gymnastics Center. Developed strong record of client/parent loyalty as an instructor.
High School Program Outreach Facilitator, Raza Retention & Recruitment Center, U.C. Berkeley Spring 2005
Led workshops that informed high school students of the requirements needed to attend public and/or private universities in California. Familiarized students with the different financial aid opportunities available. Advised, mentored, and motivated low-income and minority students.
After School Tutoring Coordinator, Mexican American Community Services Agency, Gilroy, CA Summers 2003 & 2004
Instructed low-income students of 3rd -6th grade in English, Math, and Science. Tutored students and worked one-on-one with limited English proficiency students.
LEADERSHIP
Director, Graduate Social Club, Berkeley, CA June 2011 – Oct. 2012
Oversaw event planning for 11,000+ U.C. Berkeley graduate students. Conceptualized and implemented new events and activities. Developed strategic marketing and communications plan and grew organization to largest size to date. Created graphics for marketing print, web, and email campaigns. Created and developed a website as well as social-network outlets to stay up-to-date with the organization's events. Interviewed, hired, and delegated tasks to contractors. Initiated radical change leading to a robust, efficient, and well organized organization. Built institutional memory. Managed budget of approximately $10,000, evaluated and carried out budget-allocating decisions, developed fundraising & donation proposal ideas, and collaborated with executive boards, professors, staff, local businesses, and other stakeholders to execute new projects and ideas.
Director, Berkeley Law International Law Society, Berkeley , CA Aug. 2010 – Sept. 2012
Devised, planned, and implemented new projects and activities for Berkeley Law students interested in international law. Managed marketing and communications. Created graphics for marketing print, web, and email campaigns. Oversaw budget-allocation decisions and developed fundraising and donation proposal ideas. Worked closely with professors, legal practitioners, and legal scholars to implement new projects and ideas. Operated as de facto online community manager, creating both a website and Facebook presence.
President, U.C. Berkeley International & Area Studies Student Association, Berkeley , CA Dec. 2006 –Dec . 2007
Managed the International Area Studies Student Association, an organization responsible for about 1000 students at UC Berkeley. Collaborated with International Area Studies (IAS) Research Centers to provide students access to research opportunities. Held workshops in high schools and middle schools that emphasized the importance of international awareness. Managed communications between the IAS department, students, alumni, and staff. Designated tasks to various committees and maintained group budget.
Project Director, Office of the President, Associated Students of the University of California, Berkeley , CA Aug . 2005 –June 2006
Planned, and implemented campus-wide events tailored to reach an audience of 250+ attendees. Delegated tasks to, and collaborated with, Associated Students of the University of California (ASUC) staff, student groups, community members, and campus administrators to ensure the success of the various planned events. Collaborated daily with Office of the President staff, as well as with other branches of the ASUC to effectuate planned projects. Examples of planned events: 1) Campus-wide photo exhibition with the purpose of broadening students’ knowledge of international issues, 2) Debate between two renowned scholars on the topic of capital punishment, 3) 60th anniversary week-long celebration of the United Nations.
Head Delegate, World Model United Nations Conference, Peking University, Beijing, China Spring 2006
Represented the University of California Berkeley in a conference held in Beijing, China (part of University of California Berkeley Model United Nations delegation). Researched the current relations between sovereign states and NGOs and the possibility of NGOs undermining public healthcare infrastructure in developing countries and the ethical guidelines for biomedical research in resource-poor settings. Negotiated, mediated, and collaborated with other delegates with the final goal of producing a resolution that would outline the responsibilities of NGOs and their relationship both to the state and the country’s populace.
Head Delegate, Harvard University Model United Nations Conference, Harvard University, Cambridge, MA Spring 2006
Conducted extensive research on the politics, economy, and history of Nigeria and Nigeria’s connection to non-state paramilitary groups and terrorism. Negotiated, mediated, and collaborated with other delegates with the final goal of producing a resolution that would solve the international problem of non-state paramilitary groups and terrorism.
Lobbying Group Leader, U.C. Berkeley Cal Lobby Day, Sacramento , CA Spring 2006
Lobbied on behalf of higher education at state’s capitol and encouraged assembly members and senators to freeze student fee increases, increase financial aid, and think of long-term affordability. Responsible for supervising and leading a group of eight university students.
Campaign Assistant for ASUC External Vice-President Candidate, U.C. Berkeley, Berkeley , CA Spring 2005
Assisted in the 2004-2005 senate elections. Fervently campaigned, collaborated with campaign team, and implemented innovative campaigning ideas.
Oversaw event planning for 11,000+ U.C. Berkeley graduate students. Conceptualized and implemented new events and activities. Developed strategic marketing and communications plan and grew organization to largest size to date. Created graphics for marketing print, web, and email campaigns. Created and developed a website as well as social-network outlets to stay up-to-date with the organization's events. Interviewed, hired, and delegated tasks to contractors. Initiated radical change leading to a robust, efficient, and well organized organization. Built institutional memory. Managed budget of approximately $10,000, evaluated and carried out budget-allocating decisions, developed fundraising & donation proposal ideas, and collaborated with executive boards, professors, staff, local businesses, and other stakeholders to execute new projects and ideas.
Director, Berkeley Law International Law Society, Berkeley , CA Aug. 2010 – Sept. 2012
Devised, planned, and implemented new projects and activities for Berkeley Law students interested in international law. Managed marketing and communications. Created graphics for marketing print, web, and email campaigns. Oversaw budget-allocation decisions and developed fundraising and donation proposal ideas. Worked closely with professors, legal practitioners, and legal scholars to implement new projects and ideas. Operated as de facto online community manager, creating both a website and Facebook presence.
President, U.C. Berkeley International & Area Studies Student Association, Berkeley , CA Dec. 2006 –Dec . 2007
Managed the International Area Studies Student Association, an organization responsible for about 1000 students at UC Berkeley. Collaborated with International Area Studies (IAS) Research Centers to provide students access to research opportunities. Held workshops in high schools and middle schools that emphasized the importance of international awareness. Managed communications between the IAS department, students, alumni, and staff. Designated tasks to various committees and maintained group budget.
Project Director, Office of the President, Associated Students of the University of California, Berkeley , CA Aug . 2005 –June 2006
Planned, and implemented campus-wide events tailored to reach an audience of 250+ attendees. Delegated tasks to, and collaborated with, Associated Students of the University of California (ASUC) staff, student groups, community members, and campus administrators to ensure the success of the various planned events. Collaborated daily with Office of the President staff, as well as with other branches of the ASUC to effectuate planned projects. Examples of planned events: 1) Campus-wide photo exhibition with the purpose of broadening students’ knowledge of international issues, 2) Debate between two renowned scholars on the topic of capital punishment, 3) 60th anniversary week-long celebration of the United Nations.
Head Delegate, World Model United Nations Conference, Peking University, Beijing, China Spring 2006
Represented the University of California Berkeley in a conference held in Beijing, China (part of University of California Berkeley Model United Nations delegation). Researched the current relations between sovereign states and NGOs and the possibility of NGOs undermining public healthcare infrastructure in developing countries and the ethical guidelines for biomedical research in resource-poor settings. Negotiated, mediated, and collaborated with other delegates with the final goal of producing a resolution that would outline the responsibilities of NGOs and their relationship both to the state and the country’s populace.
Head Delegate, Harvard University Model United Nations Conference, Harvard University, Cambridge, MA Spring 2006
Conducted extensive research on the politics, economy, and history of Nigeria and Nigeria’s connection to non-state paramilitary groups and terrorism. Negotiated, mediated, and collaborated with other delegates with the final goal of producing a resolution that would solve the international problem of non-state paramilitary groups and terrorism.
Lobbying Group Leader, U.C. Berkeley Cal Lobby Day, Sacramento , CA Spring 2006
Lobbied on behalf of higher education at state’s capitol and encouraged assembly members and senators to freeze student fee increases, increase financial aid, and think of long-term affordability. Responsible for supervising and leading a group of eight university students.
Campaign Assistant for ASUC External Vice-President Candidate, U.C. Berkeley, Berkeley , CA Spring 2005
Assisted in the 2004-2005 senate elections. Fervently campaigned, collaborated with campaign team, and implemented innovative campaigning ideas.
VOLUNTEERING & MISC.
Volunteer, Lester Center for Entrepreneurship, 2014
Ambassador, Manos Accelerator, 2014
Facilitator (Winning Team!), Level Playing Field Institute- Level the Coding Field Hackathon, 2014
Ambassador, Manos Accelerator, 2014
Facilitator (Winning Team!), Level Playing Field Institute- Level the Coding Field Hackathon, 2014
HONORS AND AWARDS
2010-2013 Graduate Opportunity Program Master's Fellowship; Berkeley Law Public Interest Summer Fellowship; Leadership Institute for Women of Color Attorneys, Inc. Scholarship Recipient (2013).
2004-2007 University Presidential Inaugural Conference 2009 Scholar; Initiative for Diversity in Education And Leadership Scholarship Recipient; Golden Key International Honor Society; Hispanic Scholarship Fund Scholarship Recipient; Cal in the Capital Scholarship Recipient; Nomination for National Society for Collegiate Scholars.
2000-2004 National Honor Roll, Recognition by National Society of High School Scholars; Paul Eugene Scholarship Recipient; Latina Coalition Scholarship Recipient; California Scholarship Federation Scholar Award; Dennis De Belle Scholarship Recipient; Mathematics, Engineering, Science Achievement Scholarship Recipient; AAUW (formerly known as the American Association of University Women) Scholarship Recipient; P.E.O. (Philanthropic Educational Organization) Scholarship Recipient; Latinas Scholarship Recipient; Outstanding Students of America Semi-Finalist; Who’s Who Among American High School Students.
2004-2007 University Presidential Inaugural Conference 2009 Scholar; Initiative for Diversity in Education And Leadership Scholarship Recipient; Golden Key International Honor Society; Hispanic Scholarship Fund Scholarship Recipient; Cal in the Capital Scholarship Recipient; Nomination for National Society for Collegiate Scholars.
2000-2004 National Honor Roll, Recognition by National Society of High School Scholars; Paul Eugene Scholarship Recipient; Latina Coalition Scholarship Recipient; California Scholarship Federation Scholar Award; Dennis De Belle Scholarship Recipient; Mathematics, Engineering, Science Achievement Scholarship Recipient; AAUW (formerly known as the American Association of University Women) Scholarship Recipient; P.E.O. (Philanthropic Educational Organization) Scholarship Recipient; Latinas Scholarship Recipient; Outstanding Students of America Semi-Finalist; Who’s Who Among American High School Students.