Matsui Center Cal-in-Sacramento Fellows

Lesly Silva Rosales, is a first-generation Mexican-American student at UC Berkeley pursuing a major in Legal Studies. As a Regents’ and Chancellor’s Scholar, she is passionate about immigration law and public service, driven by her commitment to uplift immigrant and working-class communities like the one that raised her.

Growing up as the daughter of Mexican immigrants, she witnessed firsthand the barriers that limit access to justice and opportunity. These experiences inspired her to pursue a career in immigration law, where she hopes to advocate for equitable policy reform and...

An Le is a second-generation Vietnamese American student at UC Berkeley, majoring in Conservation & Resources Studies with a minor in City Planning. Driven by a deep commitment to environmental justice and equitable urban development, An is passionate about addressing the disproportionate impacts of climate change on marginalized communities. Grounded in years of cultural organizing and activities, her leadership approach is driven to create inclusive, accessible, and welcoming spaces.

An’s professional experience is defined by translating strategic goals into actionable change...

Jason Marmol Cedillos is a fourth-year undergraduate at UC Berkeley studying political science and public policy. A low-income, first generation student from the San Fernando Valley, Jason has been deeply influenced by his upbringing as a son of Salvadoran immigrants. His experiences have motivated him to pursue a political career to uplift marginalized communities on issues pertaining to economic, social, and political inequalities.

Through their time at Berkeley, Jason has shown a passion for community advocacy to serve the same marginalized communities they come from. Jason is...

Manuel Gomez Garcia (He/Him)
Manuel Gomez Garcia is a first-generation college student majoring in Legal Studies and Economics. Manuel is a Mexican-American who grew up in a large agricultural and labor community in Santa Maria, California. His passion for labor and immigration rights stems from working in the strawberry fields at the age of 13 and growing up in a community filled with immigrants. His passion for social justice and equality has driven him to pursue a career in public service, where he hopes to contribute to research and legislation. He has demonstrated a commitment to...