Research Award News
Paulina Licon
Paulina Licon was born in El Paso, Texas, and raised in Ciudad Juarez, Chihuahua. Growing up surrounded by a blend of cultures has helped fuel her passion for social justice and immigrant rights. Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Social Work with a minor in Government at the University of Texas at Austin, Paulina hopes to one day earn a Master's Degree in Social Work and pursue law school. She has actively engaged with the immigrant community in Austin, Texas. During her time at Casa Marianella, she has served as a Case Manager, Support Letters Operator, and Legal Assistant, providing her with invaluable experiences. Beyond her academic pursuits and professional endeavors, Paulina finds joy in reading, nature, and the company of her pets.
Andreana Faucette
Andreana Faucette is a third-year student at UT studying Psychology and Spanish as part of the Liberal Arts Honors Scholars program, with a minor in Rhetoric and Writing. While at UT, she serves as president of the Black Honors Student Association and Senior Print Editor of SPARK Magazine. In her free time, she enjoys writing personal narratives and practicing ballet. In the long term, she hopes to go to law school and practice law while serving the immigrant community in which she grew up.