Loyola University Chicago: B.A., International Studies and Women & Gender Studies; Arabic, Islamic Studies, Political Science | Quantic School of Business and Technology: MBA

Why Texas Law? I’m the proud daughter of two Longhorns. My dad attended the University of Texas on the GI bill following three tours in Vietnam and my mom earned her BFA while working full time. This university creates affordable access to a world-class education, and I’m excited to be a Longhorn. I’m also passionate about issues in the state of Texas. I knew Texas Law would challenge me to dive deeper into state law and policy and put theory into practice. Experiential learning is at the heart of Texas Law, and I knew that approach would prepare me to become an effective lawyer. 

When you reflect on your work as City Council Representative, what are you most proud of?

Symbolically, I’m proud that I was the only woman under 30 elected to City Council in a 10 county area in far West Texas. It was important for me to set an example to help normalize young women in positions of power because we’re here to stay. Practically, I’m proud of building a community pool in the desert, bringing in over $1M in outside funding to the city and local organizations, and helping to build an early college high school where students can graduate with an associate degree and industry certification in the same 4 years they earn their high school diploma – free of charge. Keep an eye out for Van Horn students. They’re on their way to big things!

What motivates you?

The wonderful people and communities in far West Texas motivated me to go to law school. Though remote, West Texas is in the middle of national conversations around immigration, education, infrastructure, space flight, and climate change. I’m excited to learn from the many experts at Texas Law so I can grow into a better advocate for the people of this region. If you’re reading this and haven’t yet visited far West Texas, it’s time to jump in the car and buckle up! It’s a majestic place and well worth the drive.