Tina Lam

Department: Education

What Award/ Scholarship did you receive? Richard and Cindy Morley Award in Education

When do you expect to graduate? June 10, 2022

Where do you call home? Long Beach, CA

With all of the choices for college, what made UC Santa Cruz stand out? UC Santa Cruz’s Masters in Education/Teaching Credential program and their focus on social justice and paving paths for diversity, equal opportunity and equality.

What is your field of focus? Education - Multiple Subject Credential.

What do you hope to do once you graduate from UC Santa Cruz? Find a job in Santa Cruz as an elementary teacher!

What is one memorable moment that stands out for you as a student here? Spotting my first banana slug during the Fall quarter and being so fascinated by how yellow they are! But also, being able to bond and connect deeply with my professors and cohort members.

What is your one piece of advice for incoming students about life at UC Santa Cruz? Take risks because growth and change will not happen if you are too comfortable.

How will this scholarship impact your academic life /research? This scholarship provided me the financial assistance I needed to complete my Masters degree!