The Fellows have spent the last nine months gaining a deep understanding of Los Angeles and learning firsthand what it really takes to be a civic leader. In light of the pandemic, they swiftly shifted to virtual activities, adapting quickly to this new reality. We’re excited to recognize their hard work and accomplishments, and we hope you’ll join us in celebrating the graduation of our 62nd Class of Fellows in Public Affairs!
When: Friday, May 29, 2020, 6:00pm – 7:30pm PST
Where: Online. Details will be sent upon registration.
For questions, reach out to Abril at abril@corola.org or (213) 267-6478.
The Fellows are currently seeking job opportunities, and have a diverse set of skills and capabilities.
Semi Cole
Areas of interest: Public Service, Civic Tech, Future of Work, Entrepreneurship, Civic Engagement, (Environmental, Social, and Governance)
R. William Dahlin
Areas of interest: International Relations, Statistics, Labor, and Economics
Tiffany M. Darden
Areas of interest: Civil Law, Civil Rights, Entrepreneurship, Energy (oil & renewable gases), Criminal Justice, Systemic Change, Social Action
Adrienne Ullman Epstein
Areas of interest: Research (democracy, rule of law, women’s reproductive rights, voting, homelessness, criminal justice), Development/Fundraising, Political Consulting, Government Affairs, Lobbying, Communications, Women’s Reproductive Rights, Politics, Campaigning
Zahra Hajee
Areas of interest: community organizing, government and policymaking, housing, workers rights, and environmental justice
Willow Grace Higgins
Areas of interest: Journalism, media, communication, politics, policy, equity and equality, racial and gender activism, arts and culture
Serena Arielle Limas
Areas of interest: Law, Labor (Building & Construction Trades Unions), Oil Industry, Sports Industry (Gov/External Affairs, Philanthropy), Community Engagement
Ted Olguin
Areas of interest: Community building, strategic communications, philanthropy, LGBTQ+ community involvement (health, discrimination, housing), government relations
Axel Sarkissian
Areas of interest: Law; government; transportation (particularly aviation); national security (especially foreign affairs and defense).
Kayla Tilton, MPH
Areas of interest: Public Health (health equity); Corporate Social Responsibility & Philanthropy; Government Affairs; Public Relations; Business & Economic Development; the Sports Industry
