Miranda is an undergraduate student at Arizona State University studying Criminal Justice and Criminology. She is currently serving Maricopa County by interning and helping receive feedback from juveniles in probation. Her purpose is to receive valuable information from these individuals in order to help improve the system. In the future, Miranda plans on working first hand in probation as an officer and hopes to continue to expand her career in real estate as well.

Email: mrdoty1@asu.edu

Nia is an undergraduate student at Arizona State University studying political science with a minor in business. After graduating from ASU she intends to attend law school with the hopes of becoming a civil rights attorney and law firm owner.

Email: nsblack1@asu.edu

Caitlyn is an undergraduate student at Colorado State University in the School of Social Work. She is pursuing a career working with juveniles as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She has worked as a board member with Colorado Crisis Services, focusing on juvenile mental health resource accessibility. Caitlyn is interested in the connections between juvenile delinquency and mental health. 

Email: caittab@colostate.edu 

Naya is an undergraduate student at Arizona State University majoring in Philosophy (Morality, Politics, Law) and pursuing a certificate in Socio-Legal Studies. After completing her degree, Naya plans on attending law school in hopes of becoming a contract or family law attorney.

Email: ncraig4@asu.edu

Eden is an undergraduate student at Arizona State University, earning her degree in Criminology & Criminal Justice. She aspires to work in the Department of Labor as a Special Agent focusing on investigating labor racketeering and fraud.         

Email: eassadi@asu.edu

Carla received her undergraduate degree at Arizona State University majoring in criminal justice and criminology. She was an undergraduate research assistant for the Juvenile Justice Lab from the summer of 2019 through spring of 2020. 

Email: Crgarib1@asu.edu 

David received his undergraduate degrees in Psychology and Criminology in Spring 2020, with a focus in Law and Human Behavior. Through his studies at ASU, David developed a passion for juvenile justice and wants to use what he has learned to help better his community.

Email: daroybal@asu.edu 

Fabio received his undergraduate degree in Criminology and Criminal Justice with an emphasis in Political Science in 2020. He is focused on public policy, particularly civil rights and criminal justice reform. 

Email: fvegafra@asu.edu 

Ryan earned his undergraduate degree in Criminology and Criminal Justice and a certificate in homeland security at Arizona State University. He aspires to work in the law enforcement sector after graduating with his Bachelor's degree from ASU. He was both an undergraduate research assistant with the YJL and an intern with the Pinal County Juvenile Probation Department.

Email: rjanaya@asu.edu 

Valeria received her undergraduate degree in Criminal Justice and Criminal Justice at Arizona state University. She interned with the Arizona House of Representatives. Her research interests include juvenile risk factors and recidivism. 

Email: vgarci40@asu.edu 

Maria is an undergraduate student at Arizona State University, majoring in Criminology and Criminal Justice and minoring in Communications. Her interests include a career path in victim advocacy and research interests such as Criminal Justice Reform and Intimate Partner Violence Prevention.

Email: mbeneven@asu.edu

Katelyn is an undergraduate student at Arizona State University studying Interdisciplinary Studies with concentrations in Criminal Justice and Socio-Legal Studies. She is currently conducting research on public perceptions of life without the possibility of parole for juvenile offenders. In the future, Katelyn plans to attend law school in hopes of becoming a juvenile or criminal attorney and eventually a judge.

Email: kkubly@asu.edu 

Malia is an undergraduate student at Arizona State University, earning degrees in Social Work and Justice Studies. She aspires to work in the nonprofit sector with a focus on the relationship between marginalized populations and the criminal justice system.

Email: mewils24@asu.edu

Melissa is a senior at Arizona State University majoring in criminology and criminal justice. She is working towards a certificate in juvenile justice in hopes of one day becoming a juvenile probation officer.

Email: mvielma3@asu.edu

Giovanny is an undergraduate student at Arizona State University majoring in criminal justice/criminology while pursuing a minor in juvenile justice. He hopes to become a juvenile probation officer and ultimately hopes to help reduce the rate of recidivism in his hometown in Indiana.

Email: gasedano@asu.edu

Bellamy is a Junior Software Developer at Lifelab Studios, with a BA in the School For Innovation in Society at Arizona State University. Bellamy contributes to the Youth Justice Lab through game development and design.

Email: bellamyw@asu.edu

Ahlias Jones is an undergraduate student at ASU studying Secondary Education (History) while also minoring in Communication. This upcoming fall Ahlias will be working in a local preschool as a Leading Men Fellow with the Literacy Lab, an organization created to help young men of color improve their ability to read and write. After graduation Ahlias plans to teach History at the high school level.

Email: atjone14@asu.edu

George is a first-generation undergraduate student who is starting his last year as an undergradaute in Criminology & Criminal Justice. George applied for this program because he wants to help incarcerated youth move forward to more positive things in their lives. After graduation, George hopes to find something that allows him to continue making a difference in their lives.

Email: gkebel@hotmail.com

Emanuel Solorio is a first-generation student majoring in Criminology & Criminal Justice. He joined the Youth Justice Lab at ASU in 2022, and is very excited to begin working alongside his partners in assisting youth experiencing detention. Upon graduating, he plans on becoming a police officer to help bring positive change to his community.

Email: esolori2@asu.edu

Isyss Coley is an undergraduate student at Arizona State University studying Criminology & Criminal Justice. She is also pursuing certifications in Law and Human Behavior and Criminal Investigations. She aspires to earn further graduate degrees in criminal justice, in hopes of working alongside the FBI as an intelligence analyst or forensic psychologist. Isyss hopes that her role in the governmental system will inspire youth that look like her to push forward in the justice system and reform it from the inside out.

Email: icoley@asu.edu

Jazmin is an undergraduate student at Arizona State University studying Criminology and Criminal Justice. She recently joined the Youth Justice Lab at ASU and is very excited to begin working with youth experiencing detention. Jazmin has plans of working as a probation officer in Maricopa County after graduation. She hopes to make a difference in the lives of those individuals returning back to society.

Email: jazminalaniz97@gmail.com

Brittany is pursuing a Criminology and Criminal Justice degree at ASU. She is currently an intern at the Pinal County Youth Justice Center as a tutor for youth working on their GEDs or high school credits. Her career goal is to become part of Federal Bureau of Investigations after completing her degree and any necessary internships.

Email: cewoods1@asu.edu

An is a senior undergraduate at Arizona State University at Lake Havasu. She is currently majoring in Psychology. Her current goals are to graduate college with a Bachelor’s degree and

attend graduate school in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with the hopes of pursuing a career as a professional mental health counselor.

Email: dtran39@asu.edu

Erandi is a third year undergraduate student majoring in Forensic Psychology and minoring in Youth Services Leadership. She currently interns at the Maricopa County Juvenile Detention center as a tutor. Upon graduation she plans to work within the juvenile detention center or in an area where she can help youth.

Email: eherna95@asu.edu

Jaylene Drummer is an undergraduate student at Arizona State University studying Justice Studies with a minor in Philosophy. After completing her degree, Jaylene plans on attending Law School in hopes of becoming an International Human Rights attorney

Email: jdrummer@asu.edu

Lex is an undergraduate student at Arizona State University studying Criminology and Criminal Justice with a minor in Political Science. She aspires to earn graduate degrees in sociology. Her research interests include criminal justice reform, community/law enforcement relationships and socialization.

Email: anweber3@asu.edu 

Erandy is in her last year as an undergraduate student at Arizona State University studying Criminal Justice & Criminology. She is an intern at Pinal County Juvenile Probation working with families and their youth to offer them the opportunity to voice their experience with their probation process and has also been a part of the officer mental health project as a research assistant. Erandy has plans of attending law school after completing her degree with hopes to pursue a career as a prosecutor.

Email: eleon14@asu.edu

 Haroni is an undergraduate student at Arizona State University majoring in Philosophy and Justice Studies, and minoring in African and African American Studies and Civic and Economic Thought and Leadership. She is a research assistant for the San Francisco 8 Project with the School of Historical, Philosophical and Religious Studies. After graduation, Haroni plans on attending Law School to become a criminal attorney.

Email: hsahilu@asu.edu

Dajah Grant is a first-generation undergraduate student at Arizona State University majoring in Criminology and Criminal Justice. She joined this program in hopes to serve as a mentor and help troubled youth reach their full potential. Upon graduating, Dajah plans to become a Juvenile Probation Officer.

Email: ddgrant1@asu.edu

Chloe is an undergraduate student at Arizona State University majoring in Political Science and minoring Criminology and Criminal Justice. She is currently interning at the Arizona Legislature as a page for members of the House of Representatives. Chloe plans on attending law school to become a prosecutor and help facilitate rehabilitative forms of justice as a way to reduce crime.

Email: cewoods1@asu.edu

McKenna is an undergraduate student at Arizona State University majoring in Criminology and Criminal Justice. Her plans after graduation are to attend law school and gain more experience in the victim services field. Her career goals are to either work in the victim services division of major law enforcement agencies or practice family law with a focus in child neglect and domestic violence cases. Her research interests include women’s experience in the criminal justice system, the effects of childhood victimization, and the improvement of victim treatment programs.

Email: mdiebits@asu.edu

Sidney is an undergraduate student at Arizona State University, earning a Bachelor’s degree in Criminology & Criminal Justice. She has been with the Youth Justice Lab since 2018 and has gained hands on experience with the procedures and practices used in quantitative research.

Email: smlopes@asu.edu

Katya Wolf is a Criminology and Criminal Justice major with a minor in Russian language at ASU. Her current goals are to graduate from ASU with a Bachelor's in Science and potentially attend law school to further study criminal law.

Email: kmwolf5@asu.edu

Santiago Pesqueira is an undergraduate student at Arizona State University majoring in Criminal Justice and Criminology. He is a US Army Paralegal Specialist with hopes to attend law school and become a Judge Advocate for the Army upon graduation. An interesting fact about Santiago is that he has been playing the piano since he was 3 years old.

Email: sfpesque@asu.edu

Rahwa is a first-generation undergraduate student at Arizona State University studying Sociology with a minor in Political Science. After graduating, Rahwa will be attending law school with plans to become a Social Justice lawyer. She hopes to not only work with the youth, but also plans to dedicate her efforts to mending the ongoing genocide and war conflict in Tigray, Ethiopia.

Email: rtadess1@asu.edu

Ellysa is an undergraduate student at Arizona State University majoring in Criminology and Criminal Justice. She is interested in providing rehabilitative programs to youth to improve any personal struggles and advocating for at-risk youth. She hopes to become a Juvenile Probation Officer and guide at-risk youth into a healthier path to adulthood.

Email: ecorte16@asu.edu

Erin is an undergraduate student at Arizona State University majoring in Criminology and Criminal Justice. After graduating, She hopes to work within the Juvenile Justice system, helping those who are dually involved in both foster care and the justice system or as a crime scene investigator.

Email: eallen21@asu.edu

Brittany Vasquez is Criminology and Criminal Justice major at ASU. Her current goals are to graduate from ASU next year. After graduation, she hopes to pursue a career in corrections as a juvenile probation officer.

Email: bkvasque@asu.edu

Alexia earned her undergraduate degree in Criminology & Criminal Justice. She has assisted with the development of research methodologies, such as surveys and game simulations. Alexia has an interest in psychology and plans on getting her life coaching certificate after graduating to coach and counsel in the future. She was both an undergraduate research assistant with the YJL as well as an intern for the Pinal County Juvenile Probation Department.

Email: amfox10@asu.edu 

Alondra graduated from Arizona State University with her Bachelor’s Degree in the spring of 2020. She was a research assistant with the Youth Justice Lab from 2019 through early 2021. She aspires to work with juveniles, particularly in the probation or diversion department and hopes to continue on to receive her Master's degree to focus on risk and protective factors for juvenile delinquency. 

Email: asotorob@asu.edu

Caitlin Taylor is from Washington State, she loves all things outdoors and getting her hands dirty. Caitlin will be graduating from ASU with a bachelors in Criminal Justice & Criminology by end of 2023. Afterwards, she hopes to work in law enforcement.

Email: ctaylo65@asu.edu

Cecily is an undergraduate student at Arizona State University majoring in Criminology and Criminal Justice. After graduation, her goals are to attend law school and pursue a legal career in family law.

Email: cvasqu26@asu.edu

Haley is an undergraduate student at ASU working towards obtaining her bachelor's of Public Policy and Public Service. During her time at ASU, she hopes to gain a better understanding of the complexity of society in order to help her decide where she can best serve her community. Her end goal is to become a resource for those who need it by developing her knowledge and awareness of the government and justice system.

Email: hlucas@asu.edu

Serena is an undergraduate student at Arizona State University majoring in Criminology and Criminal Justice. After graduation, she hopes to continue working with youth in the Juvenile Justice System and aid in the rehabilitation of youth.

Email: stnguy13@asu.edu

Yaritzi Sicairos is a senior at Arizona State University. She is a Criminology and Criminal Justice major. She is passionate about helping the youth and being able to provide services that enable them to become the best version of themselves. She is excited to continue with YJL and grow with it.

Email: ysicairo@asu.edu

Stephanie is an undergraduate student at Arizona State University majoring in Criminology and Criminal Justice and also working on a certificate in Security Studies.She is also a member of The National Society of Leadership and Success. Stephanie has experience working with police departments as she has interned with the Greeley Police Department in Greeley, Colorado. Now she is a Youth Justice Lab intern at the Maricopa County Juvenile Detention Facility. After graduation, Stephanie will be pursuing a career in law enforcement and hopes to work her way up the law enforcement career ladder.

Email: smeza5@asu.edu

Alex is currently enrolled as an undergraduate student at Arizona State University. She is majoring social work and aims complete her master’s degree in social work as well. Alex hopes become a licensed clinical social worker after her time at Arizona State. Her main sources of motivation for her educational pursuits are her family, pets, and desire to be of service to her community.

Email: aroark2@asu.edu

Avani is an undergraduate student pursuing a double major in Criminal Justice/Criminology and Psychology at Arizona State University. She is currently a research assistant for the Youth and Families in Court Lab and a community assistant for ASU's Downtown Campus. Avani is excited to be joining the Youth Justice Lab as a research assistant and reviewer for the Journey.Do program for the summer. Avani hopes to pursue a research career to learn more about what youths and women face during incarceration and how to build their agency and resiliency.

Email: amaddipa@asu.edu

Jonathon Lopez is a criminology and criminal justice student and a tutor in the Pinal County Juvenile Detention Center. He wants to start a career in law enforcement after graduation from ASU in 2024.

Kaliyah is a senior undergraduate student at Arizona State University who is passionate about and majoring in criminology and criminal justice and aims to have a positive impact on the criminal justice system. She wants to see big change and is aware of the challenges that communities with limited resources face. Her future career will include proactive community well-being programs, criminal justice system reform, and active participation in communities that are underprivileged. She is currently working with the Youth Justice Lab and is a tutor with the Maricopa County Juvenile Detention Center. 

Diana Palka-Flores is an undergraduate student at Arizona State University majoring in Psychology. She is engaged in the Youth Justice Lab in which she helps tutor juveniles in a Juvenile Detention Center in the Phoenix area. Diana hopes to pursue a career in which she can help adolescents with psychological disorders adapt to society and its stressors. 

Heather graduated from Arizona State University with dual majors in Psychology and Criminology & Criminal Justice in Fall 2023. After completing her degrees, she plans on attending graduate school for clinical psychology with a focus on forensic or correctional settings.

Email: hkmcderm@asu.edu

Sophia is a senior majoring in Criminology and Criminal Justice and is a Barrett honors student. She is also working on a certificate in Homeland Security. In the YJL, she is an intern for the Pinal County Youth Detention Center. After graduation, she hopes to work for the government as an investigator.

Email: smartura@asu.edu

Ava Phillips is an undergraduate student at Arizona State University majoring in Criminology and Criminal Justice. She is currently working with the Youth Justice Lab and is a tutor with the Maricopa County Juvenile Detention Center. After graduation she hopes to attend law school and work to develop and strengthen rehabilitation services throughout the criminal justice system.

Mercedes is a third-year undergraduate student at Arizona State University pursuing a degree in Criminology and Criminal Justice (BS) with a minor in Biological Sciences. She believes in an informed approach from the accumulation of multiple perspectives. Her current goals are to graduate with a Bachelor of Science followed by a step-by-step career path into helping at-risk youth obtain the better lives they deserve. She hopes to accomplish her goals by providing safe environments for disadvantaged youth to grow through research-based programming within communities. She is an undergraduate research fellow with the Destruction of Records Project.

Email: metang@asu.edu

Ashlynn is a third-year undergraduate student at Arizona State University pursuing a double major in both Psychology and Criminal Justice and Criminology. She is currently working with the Youth Justice Lab and is a tutor with the Maricopa County Juvenile Detention Center. After graduation, she plans to continue her education and earn a PhD in Clinical Psychology. She hopes to one day work in the field of Prison Rehabilitation, providing mental health services to individuals upon their release and aiding in their transition back into society. Through her work, Ashlynn wants to be an advocate for Prison Reform and provide a platform for incarcerated individuals to share their stories with the public.

Email: acompo@asu.edu

Lauren Bucklin

Undergraduate Honors Student 

Lauren Bucklin is an undergraduate student at Arizona State University working on a concurrent Bachelor’s Degree in Criminology & Criminal Justice, Sociology, and a minor in Justice Studies. Her goals are to attend law school after graduating and pursue a career in criminal defense.

Email: lebuckli@asu.edu

Casandra Esquivel

Tutor with the Youth Education Program 

Casandra is a senior at Arizona State University, where she is pursuing dual Bachelor of Science degrees: one in Criminology and Criminal Justice, and another in Psychology. She is currently working within the Youth Justice Lab as a tutor. Upon graduation, she aims to work as a case manager or counselor at a human trafficking shelter, where she hopes to make a meaningful impact by supporting and assisting individuals in need.

Email: cibarrae@asu.edu

America Mendez 

Tutor with the Youth Education Program 

America Mendez, is an undergraduate student at Arizona State University pursuing a degree in Criminology & Criminal Justice (BS) with a minor in Public Service & Public Policy. She plans to take her career one step at a time. After graduation, she hopes to attend law school and become a prosecutor. Although, she also has an interest in furthering her studies at ASU and pursuing a Masters in Criminology & Criminal Justice.

Selene Contreras

Tutor with the Youth Justice Education Program 

Selene Contreras is an undergraduate student at Arizona State University pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminology and Criminal Justice. She is currently working as a tutor with the Youth Justice Lab. After graduation, she plans to attend law school and work to become a juvenile defense attorney. She desires to be a voice for the next generation and make certain that juveniles are not defined by their past. She ultimately desires to create an influential, meaningful impact in the lives of our youth and will provide juveniles with encouragement and hope for a better future.  

Email: scontr27@asu.edu

Anika Narayan

Tutor with the Youth Education Program

Anika is a current honors undergraduate student at Arizona State University. She is currently pursuing a BS in Criminology and Criminal Justice with a certificate in Homeland Security. She will be beginning the 4+1 program to pursue a Masters, and has interests in human trafficking, counterterrorism, and counterintelligence. In the future, she is interested in working within federal law enforcement in both domestic and international settings.

Email: anaray60@asu.edu

Claire Horsfield

Supporting Youth Success Project

Claire is an undergraduate student at Arizona State University working on a bachelors degree in Psychology and a minor in Counseling and Applied Psychological Sciences. Currently, she is working as a research assistant with the Youth Justice Lab focusing on juvenile probation. After graduation, she plans to get her masters degree in Clinical Psychology with plans to become a Licensed Professional Counselor.

Email: chorsfie@asu.edu

Julia Wegiel

Undergraduate Research Fellow, Supporting Youth Success Project

Julia is an undergraduate student at Arizona State University majoring in Criminology and Criminal Justice. After graduation, she plans to pursue research on undiagnosed mental illness in youth and its impact in the juvenile justice system.

Email: jwegiel@asu.edu

Francesca Gemignani

Teen Court Project

Francesca is a recent graduate of Barrett, The Honors College at ASU, where she earned dual degrees in Political Science and Sociology, along with certificates in Human Rights and International Relations. Her academic background has led to an interest in the intersection of law, psychology, and social justice. She aspires to pursue a JD/PhD in Law and Psychology. Through her studies and career, she hopes to lead meaningful change in the way legal systems approach justice, mental health, and rehabilitation.

Email: francescamgemignani@gmail.com

Valerie Yule

Teen Court Project

Valerie is a bachelor’s student at Arizona State University majoring in Criminology and Criminal Justice. She recently earned her Associate in Arts with an emphasis in Criminal Justice from Scottsdale Community College, along with a Certificate of Completion in Law Enforcement and Administration of Justice. Valerie is passionate about advancing equitable outcomes in the justice system and plans to pursue a career in crime scene forensics or the probation system after completing her degree.

Email: vyule@asu.edu