Mia Velasco is a first-year student from Central Jersey studying Public Policy with a minor in Education and a planned certificate in Health Policy. She is passionate about educational and healthcare reform specifically for low-income communities. In the future, Mia hopes to attend law school or run for office. Currently, she serves as an intern in the Duke University Office of Student Conduct and Community Standards and as a volunteer in Bull City Scholars. She plans to further learn how low-income communities are formed and why they have limited access to education and healthcare. In her free time, Mia enjoys reading, writing, and spending time with her dog Duke. An avid crocheter, she has a small business through which she aims to spread awareness for healthcare access through her creations, which include stuffed animals and clothing.