Arlinda Perez is a recent graduate from UC Berkeley. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Social Welfare in 2022. As a low-income/1st gen college student, Arlinda was actively involved with programs such as Student Parents, Underground Scholars, TRIO, DSP and EOP. As a Miller's Scholar, she also did research on the examination of youth incarceration in Oakland schools. Arlinda serves as a pillar to the communities that are underprivileged, underrepresented, underserved, or low socioeconomic status, and those from her own neighborhoods. She strives to continue and further her service as a non-profit organizer and social welfare advocate.
Current Employment/Post-Grad Status:
Arlinda is currently an Addiction Prevention Specialist at Uplift Family Services!
Accolades as a Student:
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George A. Miller Research Scholar Recipient
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Ronald E. McNair Research Scholar Recipient
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Berkeley Underground Scholars Scholarship Recipient
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Hispanic Scholarship Fund Finalist
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Textbook Scholarship Recipient
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Richard and Ruben Rosillo Grant Recipient
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CE3 Career Mentorship & Training Program Recipient
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Successfully managed school and being a single mom
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Student Meal Vouchers sponsor:Chicanx Latinx Student Development office
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Cultivating Social Capital; Acquiring relationships and friendships
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Received 3 Letters of Rec
