Legal Profiles

Politics Undergraduate Student at New York University 

I am an MLK Jr. Scholar and 2024 Social Impact Changemaker Fellow at NYU with a strong background in educational equity, youth advocacy, and mental health accessibility. I have conducted research on affirmative action and the ethical implications of using standardized test scores as a metric for college admissions, which I presented at both Harvard and NYU. My current research focuses on the effects of structural factors in college admissions on equity across race and income, including donor influence, early decision guidelines, affirmative action trends, magnet schools, and the return of standardized testing. I currently serve as the Digital Civics Fellow at #HalfTheStory, where I help co-design the Digital Civics Academy: a summer program for teens focused on digital wellness and the responsible tech movement. I plan to pursue graduate studies in education policy or public policy, with the goal of eventually working in policy development to help create policies that support more equitable and inclusive educational systems.

Attends Florida Agricultural & Mechanical University in Tallahassee, FL

I am a broadcast journalism student at Florida A&M University. After graduating I plan to attend law school and earn my Juris Doctorate. I aspire to become a family and immigration attorney advocating and defending people in underrepresented communities. Through my course work and internship experiences, I’ve learned more about the intersection between communication and the legal field. I plan to continue building on these skills as I advance in my education and career.

Communications, Research, and Law

Kristina Madrazo is a Juris Doctor scholar. She completed her education in the Philippines—earning her Bachelor’s Degree in Communication with the distinction of Cum Laude at the Ateneo de Manila University, under a full scholarship. Impassioned about education, health sciences, and public policy, she intends to be a force for good in the legal sphere.

Aspiring J.D Candidate

A student who is deeply passionate about law and political science. I am an intern working under a Connecticut State senator, where I assist her with legislative research and other projects. I am the president of the local Model Congress chapter and have competed in international Model Congress conferences. I plan to major in political science and economics in college and ultimately pursue a J.D. in order to become a lawyer. 

Aspiring J.D Candidate

Social Studies has consistently been my strongest academic interest, serving as the foundation for my passion for law and politics. I have developed a deep understanding of both U.S. and world history, with a particular interest in the systems of governance, international relations, and historical events that shape global affairs.

I attended public school until 2020 and completed my high school education through the Acellus program, which provided the flexibility to further cultivate my academic interests. This educational path has reinforced my commitment to pursuing a career in the legal or political field, where I can apply this knowledge to contribute meaningfully to society.