Interests/Hobbies: Running, reading, bike riding, spending time with friends and family, watching movies with my daughter, listening to country music, drinking tea, and providing quality trainings.

Bio: Marian Wright Edelman said "If we don't stand up for children, then we don't stand for much." I believe all children possess the qualities to do amazing things. I believe we are representations of our most dominant thought and possess within us the power to effectively change communities – large and small. Feel free to stop by and say hello. We love visitors.

Interests/Hobbies: Reading, playing lacrosse, spending time with my younger sisters, sarcastic conversations/people, trying new food, exploring the Berkeley area.

Bio: I feel lucky every day for having the opportunity to live in such a dynamic area and to work with all of the wonderful people involved with YSP. After studying Law & Society at UCSB and working with children's programs for a number of years, I feel incredibly fortunate that YSP encompasses all of my interests in its mission to promote educational change!

Favorite Movie: Pan's Labryinth

Favorite Song: Brown Eyed Girl by Van Morrison

Interests/Hobbies: Exploring Berkeley and the Bay Area, playing/watching sports, pop culture/current events, reading, laughing until my stomach hurts, country music, skiing/snowboarding and meeting new people!

Bio: I was born and raised just outside Minneapolis, Minnesota and decided to make the long journey out to Berkeley to help make a difference in a community, a school and in our youth. I feel very fortunate to be a part of the Willard community. I love coming to YSP each morning knowing that I am going to see our amazing mentors, mentees and Willard staff.

Favorite Movie: The Shawshank Redemption

Favorite Song: Magic by B.o.B.

Major: Development Studies with a Spanish minor, 2010

Interests/Hobbies: Traveling, Knitting, Eating, Piranha Fishing, Gardening/Farming, Running, Writing, Politics, Talking, Going on Adventures.

Bio: I believe in never letting opportunities pass you by, growing healthy food on your balcony, laughing and enjoying life, working with your friends and neighbors to create a better world, and the power of students to change lives. I have been with YSP for three and a half years and I wouldn’t still be here if I didn’t sincerely believe in the power of the program and all of our wonderful mentors, mentees, and community supporters.

Favorite Movie: Wall-E