Desiree Ruiz Ramoz is a Junior at Stonehill College whose zeal for advocacy, human rights, and equity is evident in her efforts to create change on campus, in our local community, and abroad. Desiree has been involved in the H.O.P.E. service immersion program since her first year at Stonehill. She has been engaged as a participant in a racial justice immersion, held a role as a leader of a virtual immersion, and now serves as one of the H.O.P.E. interns planning the program. In this role, she facilitates trainings for the leader team and designs the immersions in communication with partner organizations. She holds the role of president of SORAI, a newly formed student organization promoting education and advocacy for refugee, asylee, and immigrant rights. She also serves as a BASES mentor through the Office of Intercultural Affairs, supporting other students of color in their college journey. Desiree displays maturity, professionalism, and wisdom beyond her years and commits herself fully to every opportunity. Desiree is a valued member of the Stonehill community. She is eager to offer her presence, ideas, and talents to support her peers and will undeniably be a source of light and hope in all her endeavors.