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Awards on awards on awards 🏆✨The NAVCAL Excellence takeover! Join us in celebrating our incredible alumni who took home ...
06/05/2026

Awards on awards on awards 🏆✨

The NAVCAL Excellence takeover! Join us in celebrating our incredible alumni who took home major departmental honors for their leadership, scholarship, dedication to social justice and beyond:
🎓 Xavier Durham – Sociology Graduate Student Speaker
🎓 Joanna Ugalde – Sociology Department Citation Winner
🎓 Arlinda Ruiz – Social Welfare Graduate Student Speaker & Dean’s Award for Social Justice
🎓 Marc Tutwiler – The James Midgley Leadership Award
🎓 Amada Madrigal – Social Welfare Community Service Award
🎓 Ashley Papias – Norma Alarcón Award in the Humanities (pic attached)

Leaders, changemakers, and more🔥

🌟NAVCAL EXCELLENCE 🌟Huge congratulations to Elizabeth Diaz on all of her recent accomplishments! Recently featured in an...
05/28/2026

🌟NAVCAL EXCELLENCE 🌟

Huge congratulations to Elizabeth Diaz on all of her recent accomplishments! Recently featured in an L&S spotlight, she also presented her senior thesis at the Pacific Coast Branch American Historical Association as part of a panel highlighting Central Valley histories 📚✨

We’re also excited to celebrate her next chapter after accepting a role with Destination College Advising Corps and Early Academic Outreach Program! Your NAVCAL family is so proud of you and all the impact you continue to make in education and your community 💙💛



Image Description: A NAVCAL Excellence spotlight graphic featuring Elizabeth Diaz standing outdoors on the UC Berkeley campus in graduation attire. She is smiling while wearing a navy blue dress and Berkeley graduation stoles. The graphic highlights her as a NAVCAL alum and recognizes her recent accomplishments, including being spotlighted by L&S, presenting her senior thesis at the Pacific Coast Branch American Historical Association, and accepting a role with Destination College Advising Corps & EAOP. The design uses Berkeley blue and gold colors with bold “NAVCAL EXCELLENCE” text at the top.

🌟NAVCAL EXCELLENCE🌟Ashley was awarded the 2026 UC Berkeley Data Science Community Award! 🏆✨From first-gen Latina transfe...
05/08/2026

🌟NAVCAL EXCELLENCE🌟

Ashley was awarded the 2026 UC Berkeley Data Science Community Award! 🏆✨

From first-gen Latina transfer student to Data Scientist at Warner Bros. Discovery, Ashley Santos is the definition of a transformative leader. Whether she’s leading the DSUS Career Connections program or hosting alumni meetups, she’s dedicated to making sure every student feels they belong in the tech world.

t’s not every day you get to sit across the table from a leader like Jen Lyons 🐻💙We were privileged to have Jen in commu...
04/30/2026

t’s not every day you get to sit across the table from a leader like Jen Lyons 🐻💙

We were privileged to have Jen in community with NAVCAL recently for a deep dive into the power of storytelling and deconstructing the notion of failure.

Jen’s presence and reciprocal engagement—both in listening deeply and sharing her own insights—served as a powerful reminder of the fierce advocate she is for our students️ ⚡

This is what NAVCAL is all about: creating intentional, safe spaces for thought-provoking, genuine connection and growth​ 🌱

Huge thanks to Jen for her time! We’re looking forward to more moments with leaders who recognize that our students aren’t just the future—they are the ones leading the way right now​ ✨

🌟NAVCAL EXCELLENCE 🌟Dean was recently featured in Berkeley News for the powerful impact of co-founding NAVCAL and buildi...
04/10/2026

🌟NAVCAL EXCELLENCE 🌟

Dean was recently featured in Berkeley News for the powerful impact of co-founding NAVCAL and building a community rooted in belonging, mentorship, and opportunity.

What started from his own experience navigating Berkeley has grown into a transformative space that has supported hundreds of nontraditional and underrepresented students in understanding the hidden curriculum, building confidence, and accessing life changing opportunities.

Through his vision, leadership, and commitment to uplifting others, Dean continues to create pathways for students to thrive and give back to their communities. His influence is reflected in every student empowered to take up space, support one another, and lead with purpose 💙💛🐻

🌟 NAVCAL EXCELLENCE 🌟Congratulations to Marlenne on receiving the 2026 Outstanding Student Staff Member Award! As a NAVC...
04/09/2026

🌟 NAVCAL EXCELLENCE 🌟

Congratulations to Marlenne on receiving the 2026 Outstanding Student Staff Member Award! As a NAVCAL Facilitator, intern and mentee, Marlenne has dedicated years to uplifting underrepresented students through mentorship, leadership, and community building. From creating meaningful programming and guiding high school students through the college process, to founding initiatives that expand access to higher education, her impact reaches far beyond one space!

We are grateful for the intention, care, and leadership she brings to NAVCAL and the broader community. Well deserved! 💙💛🌟

🌟NAVCAL EXCELLENCE 🌟Congratulations to Marlenne on receiving the 2026 Outstanding Student Staff Member Award! As a NAVCA...
04/09/2026

🌟NAVCAL EXCELLENCE 🌟

Congratulations to Marlenne on receiving the 2026 Outstanding Student Staff Member Award! As a NAVCAL Facilitator, intern, mentor, and founder, Marlenne has dedicated years to uplifting underrepresented students through mentorship, leadership, and community building. From creating meaningful programming and guiding high school students through the college process, to founding initiatives that expand access to higher education, her impact reaches far beyond one space!

We are grateful for the intention, care, and leadership she brings to NAVCAL and the broader community. Well deserved! 💙💛🌟

🌟NAVCAL EXCELLENCE🌟Parshv is heading to Amazon this Summer 2026 as a Data Science Intern in Seattle! 🚀 From getting his ...
04/03/2026

🌟NAVCAL EXCELLENCE🌟

Parshv is heading to Amazon this Summer 2026 as a Data Science Intern in Seattle! 🚀 From getting his start with the Amazon Future Engineer program to now stepping into this incredible opportunity, his journey is a powerful full-circle moment.

We’re proud to see his growth, dedication, and impact come to life in such a meaningful way. Wishing you a summer filled with learning, innovation, and new connections. Seattle is lucky to have you! 🌟

🌟NAVCAL EXCELLENCE 🌟Congratulations to Brooklyn Adams on being accepted to the SHPEP program at Columbia University Irvi...
03/25/2026

🌟NAVCAL EXCELLENCE 🌟

Congratulations to Brooklyn Adams on being accepted to the SHPEP program at Columbia University Irving Medical Center in NYC this summer! 🩺✨

Brooklyn’s passion for women’s health, health equity, and increasing representation in the medical field continues to shine through her work and dedication. This opportunity marks an exciting step in her journey toward becoming an obstetrician-gynecologist and creating meaningful impact in underserved communities.

We are so proud of you, Brooklyn, and can’t wait to see all that you accomplish on this journey! 💙💛🌟

🌟NAVCAL EXCELLENCE🌟Congratulations to Kanto Raveloson, NAVCAL alum and current Master’s student at Harvard, for organizi...
03/11/2026

🌟NAVCAL EXCELLENCE🌟

Congratulations to Kanto Raveloson, NAVCAL alum and current Master’s student at Harvard, for organizing and moderating a webinar supporting African students.

We are proud of your leadership and dedication to uplifting and empowering others. Wishing you continued success as you continue making an impact! 💙💛

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