MEET THE TEAM
STUDENT EXECUTIVE BOARD
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GISELLE VALDEZ
FOUNDER
HOMETOWN: SAN DIEGO, CA
Giselle is a Columbia Law student, Class of 2024. She studied English Literature at Columbia University, Class of 2020. She earned a Master’s in the Social Science of the Internet at the University of Oxford in 2021. She is on the Executive Board of the Latinx Law Students Association. She enjoys listening to music, tacos, and watching sports.
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Ashley Jaworoski
MEDIA REPRESENTATIVE
HOMETOWN: CHINO HILLS, CA
Ashley is a student at UC Davis School of Law, Class of 2024. Prior to law school, she studied Politics at UC Santa Cruz. She is Managing Editor of UC Davis Law Review. She enjoys playing in the King Hall Softball League, trying new restaurants and coffee shops, and creating content for social media.
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Shreya Shivakumar
LEAD PODCAST ASSISTANT, RESEARCH REPRESENTATIVE
HOMETOWN: EDISON, NJ
Shreya is a student at Barnard College of Columbia University, Class of 2025. She studies Political Science, minoring in Economics. She is an Executive Editor at the Columbia Undergraduate Law Review and was previously an intern at the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Southern District of New York. She enjoys running, volunteering, and reading.
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Mari Robles
RESEARCH REPRESENTATIVE
HOMETOWN: WILMINGTON, MA
Mari is a current fellow with the Thomas J. Watson Foundation. She studied International Studies and German at Vassar College. Recently, she was awarded the DAAD scholarship to conduct research and study in Berlin. In her free time, she enjoys watching NBA basketball, listening to techno remixes, and reading about education issues.
CAMPUS AMBASSADORS
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Ileane Barrera
COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY REPRESENTATIVE
Ileane is a student at Columbia University, Class of 2026. She is majoring in Political Science with a concentration in Public Health on a pre-law track. Ileane recently interned for NY State Senator Jessica Ramos. She enjoys listening to r & b, watching Scandal, and running.
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Zoe Beckenstein
BARNARD COLLEGE REPRESENTATIVE, DESIGN COMMITTEE
Zoe is a student at Barnard College, Class of 2026. She studies Economics, minoring in Art History. She is a writer for the Columbia Undergraduate Law Review. She enjoys filming for the Columbia Athletics Multimedia team, reading, and visiting museums around the city.
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Patricia Lynne Bessie
COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY REPRESENTATIVE
Patty is a student at Columbia University, Class of 2026. She studies Political Science, minoring in Public Health. She is the Academic Liaison for FLI (first-generation and/or low-income) Network. Outside of the classroom, she enjoys spending time with her friend, baking, and watching movies.
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Alejandra Bolanos
UC RIVERSIDE REPRESENTATIVE
Alejandra is a student at UC Riverside, Class of 2024. She studies political science with a concentration in law and society. She is Women in the Laws' Vice President and is involved in ASUCR External, advocating for student's rights. She enjoys watching rom-coms and Disney movies during her free time.
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Kaseba Chibweth
LOYOLA UNIVERSITY, CHICAGO REPRESENTATIVE
Kaseba is a student at Loyola University Chicago, Class of 2023. She studies Criminology and Criminal Justice, minoring in Women and Gender Studies. She is the co-founder of non-profit, Youth for Juvenile Justice Reform. She enjoys skincare, cooking, and spending quality time with the people she loves.
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Galin Dishoyan
INTERNATIONAL REPRESENTATIVE
Galin is a graduate from the American University of Armenia and is currently pursuing her J.D. at Seton Hall University. She studied Communications, minoring in Human Rights and Genocide Studies. She is the UN Representative for International Alliance of Women. She enjoys running, reading, and baking.
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Karina Garcia
FORDHAM UNIVERSITY REPRESENTATIVE
Karina is a student at Fordham University, Class of 2025. She is a junior at Fordham University’s Lincoln Center double-majoring in Communications and Political Science. She is a research assistant within the Fordham Communications and Media Studies department. She enjoys listening to music, bike riding, and painting.
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Laura Guerra-Lopez
YALE UNIVERSITY CAMPUS REPRESENTATIVE
Laura Guerra-López is a student at Yale University, Class of 2024. She studies Political Science. She is a community college transfer student and a Project Leader for Yale's Undergraduate Legal Aid Association. She enjoys reading, exercising, and spending free time with loved ones.
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Emma Le
UC RIVERSIDE REPRESENTATIVE
Emma is a student at the University of California, Riverside, Class of 2026. She is a second-year Political Science/Public Service student with plans of pursuing a career in law. She is the Director of Academic Affairs for UCR Womxn in the Law. She enjoys cooking, reading, and traveling.
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Olivia Martinez
BARNARD COLLEGE REPRESENTATIVE
Olivia is a student at Barnard College, Class of 2025. She is currently a junior studying Political Science and Human Rights, minoring in Psychology on the pre-law track. She is the VP of Testing and Admissions for the Athena Pre Law Society at Barnard. She enjoys yoga, journaling, and listening to live music.
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Jorge Pereira Martinez
COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY REPRESENTATIVE
Jorge is a student at Columbia University, Class of 2026. He studies Political Science with a concentration in Public Health. He is a College Access Coordinator for Columbia University's Double Discovery Center. He enjoys baking, listening to music, and writing poetry.
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Luis Angel Mendoza
CLAREMONT MCKENNA COLLEGE REPRESENTATIVE
Luis is a student at Claremont McKenna College, Class of 2025. He is a dual major in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics and Chicanx-Latine Studies with a minor in Gender and Sexuality. He is Research Assistant for Political Philosophy at CMC. He enjoys discovering playlists on Spotify, volleyball, and dancing to Reggaeton.
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Solei' Mirvil
HOWARD UNIVERSITY REPRESENTATIVE
Solei' is a student at Howard University, Class of 2026. She studies Political Science minoring in Legal Communications. She is the Programming and Pre-Professional & Development Department Staffer for Howard’s Future Law Scholars organization. She enjoys reading, listening to music, and exploring museums or attractions.
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Olivia Puzio
LAFAYETTE COLLEGE REPRESENTATIVE
Olivia is a student at Lafayette College, Class of 2025. She studies Gov/Law and History, minoring in Russian and Eastern European Studies. She is the Student Body President of the Lafayette College Student Government. She enjoys spending time with family, cooking, and playing the violin.
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Arianah Rizzo
UCLA REPRESENTATIVE
Arianah is a student at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), Class of 2024. She studies Political Science with a minor in Community Engagement & Social Change. She is a Fellow of the Latino Policy & Politics Institute (LPPI). She enjoys cooking, crocheting, and kickboxing.
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Brooke Robbins
UC SANTA BARBARA REPRESENTATIVE
Brooke is a student at UC Santa Barbara, Class of 2024. She studies Political Science, minoring in Spanish. She works for a criminal and family law firm in Santa Barbara as a legal assistant. She enjoys hiking, listening to true crime podcasts, and re-watching Harry Potter!
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Toral Talati
UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON REPRESENTAIVE
Toral is a graduate of University of Houston, Class of 2023. She studied Public Health. In addition to that, she minored in Law, Values, and Policy. She is currently a Project Services Intern at Make-A-Wish Foundation. She enjoys nature/ outdoor activities, thrifting, and building legos.
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Ashley Tsai
UC RIVERSIDE REPRESENTATIVE
Ashley is a student at the University of California, Riverside, class of 2025. She studies Business Administration with a concentration in Information Systems, and is planning to get a minor is Law and Society. She is the President of Womxn in the Law. She enjoys art, reading, and playing tennis from time to time!
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Stella Zhong
NYU REPRESENTATIVE
Stella is a student at New York University, Class of 2026. Originally from Beijing, China, she moved to NYC to pursue her studies in Political Science, with a minor in Law and Society. She was a intern in Finance & Operation Office at NYU Law School. She enjoys Broadway Shows, dancing and hiking.
DESIGN Committee
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Wendy Alba
DESIGN COMMITTEE REPRESENTATIVE
Wendy is a graduate student at the University of La Verne, class of 2025 she is currently pursuing a Master's in Education and Dual Credential. She is a Communication Fellow at the Inland Empire Youth Collective. Shen enjoys going to the driving range with friends, trying new coffee shops, and watching Star Wars!
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Riley Herbert
DESIGN COMMITTEE REPRESENTATIVE
Riley is a student at California Lutheran University. She studies Political Science and technical theatre, minoring in legal studies. She is the Director of Growth at the Institute for Youth in Policy, and a legal intern. She enjoys curating spotify playlists, baking, and buying books she knows she won't have time to read.
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Inica Kotasthane
DESIGN COMMITTEE REPRESENTATIVE, BARNARD CAMPUS AMBASSADOR
Inica is a student at Barnard College, Class of 2026. She studies Economics. She is the Co-Chair of the Mutual Aid Fund at the 116th Initiative. She enjoys making zines, playing Phase 10 with friends, and reading.
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Amaya Leiby
DESIGN COMMITTEE REPRESENTATIVE
Amaya is a student-athlete at Arizona State University, Class of 2026. She studies English, Philosophy, and Criminal Justice. She has worked for the Public Defender of Marion County. She plays water polo and enjoys reading and writing.
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Julia Vargas
DESIGN COMMITTEE REPRESENTATIVE, UCSB CAMPUS AMBASSADOR
Julia is a student at University of California, Santa Barbara, Class of 2024. She studies Political Science, minoring in Spanish. She is a Legal Intern at a Personal Injury and Criminal Justice private firm. She enjoys reading, exploring coffee shops, and playing golf.