Andrew earned his Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from UC Berkeley. As a low-income/first-generation student, Andrew received the prestigious Regents’ and Chancellor’s Scholarship. He previously grew up in Section 8 housing and has suffered from homelessness. He decided to come to Cal because it was the best financial and geographical option for him, but also to gain the knowledge he must gain to leave an impact on the world. His career in politics is fueled by his desire to represent the interests of his community at higher levels. He has dedicated every single part of his life in order to leave a legacy that will forever change the course of those who are marginalized by the political system.
Current Employment/Post-Grad Status:
Andrew is currently a Congressional Intern in the Office of the Majority Leader Steny Hoyer in U.S. House of Representatives!
Accolades as a Student:
- Presented to Congress (2021)
- NAVCAL Student Facilitator Position
- Co-Founder and Executive Director of the Golden Heights Project
- Ronald E. McNair Scholars Research Program Recipient
- Public Policy Leadership Conference Fellow—Harvard Kennedy School
- Funded Research Position with Professor Gabriel Lenz
- Justice Corps Fellow Recipient
- Legal Intern for the Phillips Black Project
- UnidosUS Lideres Avanzando Fellowship Recipient
- Chicanx Latinx Alumni Association Covid-Relief Fund Recipient
- Penn State Explore Law Program Fellow
- Started therapy; has made genuine progress
- Received 3+ Letters of Recommendation
