Breaking barriers and guiding others

As an outreach specialist with UC Santa Cruz's Underground Scholars Program, Sammy Chavez (Rachel Carson '25, Latin American and Latino studies and sociology) supports students navigating complex challenges in higher education. While completing his own degree, he was recognized with the Silver Slug Scholarship as a staff member pursuing his studies.

via: https://news.ucsc.edu/2025/10/breaking-barriers-and-guiding-others/