Graduate Assistant, Compass
Pronouns: she/ella/هيOffice Address: Foster Walker, House 6
- Where do you call home?
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Denver, Colorado
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- What do you do at Northwestern?
- I’m the Graduate Assistant for the Summer Academic Workshop and Compass, supporting first generation, low income, and undocumented students. I’m also a PhD student in the School of Education and Social Policy, focusing on Human Development and Social Policy.
- What groups/committees/communities are you a part of at NU?
- Within SES, I’m a member of the assessment team.
- What are you passionate about?
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I’m deeply passionate about education as a form of liberation. My focus is on challenging the status quo and creating radically inclusive spaces for historically marginalized students, both internationally and domestically, through transformational and sustainable solutions.
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- What are some moments/accomplishments/projects you have been proud of?
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I’m proud of my journey as a first-generation, low-income undergraduate and graduate student. I’m also grateful for the opportunities my academic and research work has provided, especially the chance to travel internationally.
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- Where can you be found around campus?
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When working for SES, I can be found at Foster Walker, House 6. For classes, I’m usually at Annenberg Hall. If the weather is nice—above 65 degrees—you’ll likely find me soaking up the sun outdoors.
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- What do you like to do in your spare time?
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When I’m not working on my dissertation or at the SES office, I enjoy exploring local tea shops, experimenting with new recipes, attending live music shows, and getting lost in nature. I love taking long walks with my dog, Kimo, and during the summer, we’re often paddle boarding on the lake.
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