Claudia is a graduating senior from the South Side of Chicago. She is studying Comparative Literature & Society and Political Science, always eager to explore the intersections between policy and community. On campus, she is a student facilitator at ROOTED, where she plans and leads important dialogues for various constituencies of Columbia University with her wonderful team. She continues the year, organizing Columbia University’s Annual Day of Service as President of Columbia Community Outreach (CCO). As a first-generation college student, she is beyond grateful for the support she has received from her parents and best friends. With many cups of tea, reassuring hugs, and countless “I love you”s, we made it.