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Ferdinand Onia

San Lorenzo

Summary

Recent graduate from UC Santa Barbara with a B.A. in Political Science, specializing in International Relations and a minor in Feminist Studies. Proven experience in grassroots organizing and legal advocacy, demonstrated through leadership as President of the Santa Barbara Student Housing Cooperative and Intern at Freedom 4 Youth. Committed to advancing justice in immigration law and empowering marginalized communities through inclusive policy initiatives.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Intern and Advocate

Freedom 4 Youth
Santa Barbara
02.2025 - Current
  • Fostered connection and emotional support for incarcerated youth and adults through sustained letter-writing communication.
  • Advocated restorative justice by developing one-on-one relationships with system-impacted individuals.
  • Provided educational assistance and mentorship at local continuation high school, supporting alternative education pathways.
  • Collaborated with Freedom 4 Youth staff to empower justice-involved youth through education and advocacy.

President and House Board Rep.

Santa Barbara Student Housing Cooperative
Goleta
12.2023 - 07.2025
  • Led strategic initiatives as President for multimillion-dollar student housing cooperative
  • Managed legal affairs to support operations and infrastructure development efficiently.
  • Ensured compliance with regulations, bylaws, and state and federal laws for organizational integrity.
  • Collaborated with board to devise risk mitigation strategies that protected assets.

Campus Ambassador

The Princeton Review
Santa Barbara
05.2024 - 06.2025
  • Promoted test preparation resources for LSAT, MCAT, GRE through campus events and social media outreach.
  • Organized information sessions and workshops to enhance awareness of graduate school preparation resources.
  • Cultivated relationships with student organizations and academic departments to coordinate promotional initiatives.
  • Delivered peer-to-peer guidance on test preparation to boost student engagement and brand visibility.

Member and Marketing Chair

Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity International
Santa Barbara
05.2024 - 06.2025
  • Contributed to discussions on legal education through participation in law panels, enhancing knowledge and networking.
  • Strengthened fraternity bonds by organizing social activities, fostering a supportive network within the legal community.
  • Worked with fraternity leadership to promote membership expansion and cultivate a sense of brotherhood.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB)
Santa Barbara, CA
06.2025

Skills

  • Legal research
  • Immigration policy
  • Public speaking
  • Critical thinking
  • Community outreach
  • Organizational leadership

Languages

English (Native), Tagalog (Native), and Spanish (Basic)

Accomplishments

  • Freedom 4 Youth Internship Award
  • Santa Barbara Student Housing Cooperative Member Of The Year (2025)
  • Santa Barbara Student Housing Cooperative Board Member Of The Year (2024)

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Intern and Advocate

Freedom 4 Youth
02.2025 - Current

Campus Ambassador

The Princeton Review
05.2024 - 06.2025

Member and Marketing Chair

Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity International
05.2024 - 06.2025

President and House Board Rep.

Santa Barbara Student Housing Cooperative
12.2023 - 07.2025

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB)

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