Doctoral Student Directory
UCLA Ed&IS doctoral students are emerging scholars and researchers committed to advancing equity, access, and social justice in education and information. Their work reflects the School’s dedication to rigorous inquiry, innovation, and addressing the most pressing challenges facing communities locally and globally.

Daniela R. Amaya (she/her/ella)
Ph.D. in Education

Yadira Arellano (She/Her/Ella/Ellas)
Educational Leadership Program (Ed.D)

Annie Bae (she/her)
Ph.D. in Education

Daniela Anais Cortez Bravo (she/her/hers)
Ph.D. in Education

Paolo Cantos
Educational Leadership Program (Ed.D)

David Ulises Vargas Ezquivel (he/they/él)
Ph.D. in Education

Alexis Hale (She/Hers)
Ph.D. in Education

Omar Ismael Alvarado (él/him)
Ph.D. in Education

Haida Jimenez-Martinez (she/her/ella)
Educational Leadership Program (Ed.D)

Passion Lord
Ph.D. in Education

Ainslee Preciado
Ph.D. in Education
