Hi y'all! My name is Daniel and I'm currently a second year, undergraduate at the University of California Santa Cruz majoring in computer science and feminist studies. I'm a first generation, queer, Latino student and am passionate about aiding other students from historically underrepresented or marginalized communities. Using my love for science, photography, and writing, I actively advocate for the LGBTQ+ and Latinx/Chicanx communities through my coding skills, photography projects, and blog. To get more in touch with my heritage and culture, I also dance with Sabrosura, a competitive, latin style dance troupe on my university campus.
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"Rather than buckle from pressure, or find excuses for his responsibilities, Daniel rises to every challenge and continues to expand his abilities and experiences."
- Avid instructor and counselor
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"His determination is impressive and his willingness to take constructive feedback and readily apply it is a rare attribute in a student so young."
- Honors chemistry instructor
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"His infectious optimism and natural leadership skills help to cultivate intrinsic motivation and a positive learning experience for those who surround him."
- Honors English and gender studies instructor
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