Biography

I was born and raised in Los Angeles and attended the University of California, Los Angeles, where I completed a B.A. in Anthropology, with a minor in Spanish and Chicana/o Studies. From the start, it was clear that I love history! And I am excited by the prospect of being in the same spaces where ancient people once lived and grappling with the essence of those who came before us. At the University of Cambridge I will study the Archaeology of the Americas, with a particular focus on North America and Mesoamerica. My experiences and coursework at UCLA have equipped me with a deep appreciation for the complexities within the various social and ethnic groups which compose Los Angeles, California, and beyond. My purpose in studying Archaeology is to dig deeper (literally and figuratively!) into the history of underrepresented and indigenous communities, attempting to understand what exactly is our past, and how we can use it to plan and perfect our future. I’m excited and honored to be joining the Gates Cambridge community and attend the University of Cambridge, and hope to contribute to all the historically significant impacts made by scholars worldwide.

Previous Education

University of California Los Angeles Anthropology