Cristal Amezcua is a Political Science transfer student from the Central Valley. She is passionate about equity in the education system and issues unique to her community, like field worker rights. She hopes to expand her knowledge as a first-generation college student in higher education.Read more about Cristal Amezcua
Julia Byrd is the Vice Chair at the Center for Latin American and Caribbean Studies (CLACS). She has decades of experience in philanthropy and educational programs in the U.S. and in Latin America, working with U.S. universities and community-based non-profit organizations. At
Greg Louden is the Design, Web and Information Technology staff person. In this capacity, Greg is responsible for planning, scheduling and coordinating the production of publications and promotional materials.Read more about Greg Louden
Michelle Soto is an undergraduate student pursuing a major in Environmental Economics and Policy and a minor in Data Science. She is a first generation student from San Diego and is passionate about finding equitable solutions to climate change, environmental health hazards, and...Read more about Michelle Soto
Janet plans and develops public programs for the Center, working with the Chair and Vice-Chair to organize and carry out conferences, lectures, and cultural events. She also develops strategies for community building and program