Education
June 2023- May 2027
University of Florida
Gainsville, FL
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Pursuing a B.A in International Studies with a focus on Europe
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Pursuing a minor in Latin American Studies
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UF Honors Program
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International Scholar
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GPA: 3.95/4.0
Internships
January 2025 - April 2025
Gainsville, Florida
January 2025 - April 2025
Gainsville, Florida
August 2024 - December 2024
Gainsville, Florida
English Teaching Intern (Volunteer)
Latina Women's League, nonprofit, University of Florida
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Designed and implemented engaging English lessons for immigrants, promoting language acquisition and integration.
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Co-led weekly grammar-focused English lessons, providing interactive instruction every Tuesday.
Oral History Intern (Volunteer)
Samuel Proctor Oral History Program, nonprofit, University of Florida
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Transcribed oral history interviews for the Samuel Proctor Oral History Program, preserving narratives for research and education.
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Prepared for an April oral history excursion in Pensacola, documenting experiences of those affected by exposure to toxic waste sites.
Research Intern (Volunteer)
Center for European Studies (CES), University of Florida
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Analyzed 20+ weekly news articles for the CES News from Europe section and summarized the most globally pertinent ones.
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Conducted and authored an interview on far-right politics in the 2024 European elections and Peru.
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Wrote a blog for E(U) Need to Know on EU sanctions on Russia and their circumvention via Central Asia, honing research and analysis skills.
June 2024 - July 2024
Remote
Pre-Law Intern (Volunteer) Global Legal Empowerment Brigades, nonprofit, University of Florida Chapter, Honduras
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Worked with staff and team members to present a legal case for a legally underrepresented Honduran individual.
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Created digital public service announcements on bullying, designed for Honduran children.
Leadership Experience
January 2024 - Present
Gainsville, Florida
August 2023 - May 2024
Gainsville, Florida
Peer Leader (Volunteer)
First Year Florida, Center for New Student & Family Programs
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Mentored 20–30 first-year students, facilitating their transition to the University of Florida through engaging lessons and resource sharing.
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Organized extracurricular initiatives, including service projects and community-building activities, to enhance student engagement and experience
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Led the PROMISE section, supporting primarily first-generation students by equipping them with essential academic and professional skills for university success.
Council Member (Volunteer)
Freshman Leadership Council, nonprofit, University of Florida
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Selected from 300+ applicants for a prestigious leadership council, showcasing dedication to its mission.
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Contacted 10+ Alachua County schools to secure student artwork loans from selected schools for a mental health awareness event.
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Secured a 100+ school supply donation from Canes for a community service project benefiting local schools.
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Engaged in 10+ professional development meetings to strengthen academic and professional skills.
Skills:
Proficient:
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Canva, Adobe Premiere, and iMovie.
Languages:
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Bilingual in English and Spanish
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Conversational proficiency in French
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Beginner in Russian
Achievements:
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Selected Finalist for the U.S. Department of State Critical Language Scholarship (Russian) Award 2025
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Haskell Scholars Award (Research) 2025
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Emerging Scholars award (Research) recipient (2025)
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BGC Global Intern Fellowship recipient (2025)
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Freshman Leadership Council: Outstanding Member Award (2024)
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IB Diploma Recipient (2023)