Scholars of Color- Elizabeth Ramirez
What is Scholars of Color?
It is a platform in which scholars of color are purposefully celebrated. It’s a space where scholars of color are showcased front and center. It is a digital space where we feel empowered and resilient. Let us get to know each other. Let us cheer each other on AND show the world what we have to offer.
Let us now welcome Elizabeth Ramirez to the Scholars of Color space!
Name: Elizabeth Ramirez
Gender Pronouns: She/Her/Hers/Ella
What do you currently do for work and/or school?: Graduate Student Assistant
Without positions or titles, how would you describe yourself?: PROUD Mexican-American, strong and independent first generation womxn, eldest of 5 siblings, sCHOLar, daughter to parents that immigrated to this country in the pursuit of a better life. I would describe myself as a beaming ray of sunshine always radiating positivity. I love to support people's journey en route to self discovery and growth in their holistic development. When I am not in school, working, or completing papers/readings for school... I love to spend time with my loved ones and partake in invigorating/spontaneous activities and go out dancing as well!
What are you passionate about?: Serving historically disadvantaged student populations (first-gen, low income, marginalized communities), social justice, advocacy, inclusivity, equity, human rights, access and empowerment, dismantling systemic barriers, advocating self love/care, fostering spaces in which people feel seen, heard, and valued.
Why is the representation of scholars of color important to you?: The up and coming generations need to see themselves represented in many spaces as possible. My identities are all very important to me and have helped inform my purpose for the work that I do in this field. I look forward to the work we as a collective will do today and moving forward to continue to instill motivation and empowerment to our fellow colleagues of color and forthcoming generations in the ever-changing system of higher education. If I can do it, so can you! SI SE PUEDE mi gente!
If people are interested in getting connected to you, how can they?: Email: elizabeth.alexandra.ramirez@gmail.com Instagram: xo.elizabethramirez LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabeth1ramirez/
Anything else you would like us to know?: N/A
Thank you Elizabeth for sharing space with us!
Stay tuned everyone for more Scholars of Color profiles. Interested in being showcased yourself? Please email the Scholars of Color team at scholarsofcolor@reclaimingyourhappiness.com and we will get back to you shortly.
