As Senior Program Coordinator at the Latino Education Advancement Foundation (LEAF), Evelyn Vazquez Urzua is dedicated to supporting and empowering first-generation Latiné college-bound students. A passionate advocate for youth justice, Evelyn draws on her background in non-profit advocacy to create equitable educational opportunities in East San José. A first-generation Mexican-American college graduate, she holds a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Ethnic Studies, and Women and Gender Studies from Santa Clara University. Evelyn is committed to fostering a holistic college-going community that uplifts students and families. In her free time, she enjoys visiting local coffee shops, walking her dog, and spending time with loved ones.