ACADEMIC BACKGROUND
University of California San Diego
Berkeley City College
Fall 2026 – Present
La Jolla, California
Fall 2025 - Spring 2026
The University of California San Diego (UCSD) is an academically rigorous four-year university known for its prestigious research focus. Through the Scripps Institution of Oceanography, students gain access to leading scientists, research opportunities, and hands-on fieldwork that are essential for advancing a professional career in marine biology and conservation.
GPA: N/A
Berkeley, California
I completed coursework in Chemistry, Communications, and Introduction to the Marine Environment to establish a multidisciplinary foundation that bridges public awareness and cutting-edge research. These classes integrated scientific with essential communication skills and an understanding of marine ecosystems to support my future goals in marine biology and conservation.
GPA: 4.00
Laney College
College of Alameda
Fall 2025 - Spring 2026
Oakland, California
Summer 2024 - Fall 2025
I completed Calculus I, Calculus II, Spanish 1A and 1B, and Introductory Biology to develop the academic and practical skills required for my work in marine biology. These courses provided the foundational math and communication skills necessary for conducting biological research and conservation efforts in foreign countries.
GPA: 4.00
Alameda, California
During my time at the College of Alameda, I completed courses in Statistics and the Psychology of Race and Ethnicity. These studies provided me with essential data analysis skills for marine research and a social perspective necessary for equitable conservation work and policy creation.
GPA: 4.00
Resnick Aspen Action Forum
Latitude 37.8 High School
2024-Present
Aspen, Colorado
Fall 2022 – Spring 2026
The Resnick Aspen Action Forum is a three-day summer gathering of international leaders and youth fellows focused on complex issues like freedom of speech and our relationship with nature. During the program, I participated in hours of Socratic seminars and community-building activities with a cohort of 25 other 17–18 year olds, an experience that challenged me socially and helped me grow into a more community-oriented person.
Oakland, California
As a student at the top of my grade, I have leveraged Latitude's project-based curriculum to balance academics with career readiness and product development. Through the school's career partnerships, I launched my marine biology and conservation internship at the Aquarium of the Bay, which bridged my curiosity with my passion for marine conservation.
GPA: 4.49