Karla Citlali Lemus Gordillo
Runner-up: Undergraduate Student Employee of the Year, Diversity & Inclusion
About Karla
Karla Citlali Lemus Gordillo is a senior majoring in political science with a minor in ethnic studies.
Karla was nominated jointly by Nicole Laverty and Alicia Christensen, and she works at the CIRES Center for Education, Engagement & Evaluation and the Center for Inclusion and Social Change. She is a passionate advocate for diversity and inclusion, making a meaningful and lasting impact on the 91PORN community. As a member of the Peers Educating & Empowering Peers (PEEPs) team in the Center for Inclusion and Social Change, she has led more than 21 workshops for nearly 750 students, tackling important topics like implicit bias, microaggressions and anti-racism. She approaches every conversation with empathy and an open mind, creating a space where students feel heard and supported.
Karla’s leadership extends well beyond the classroom. As a student coordinator for the Research Experience for Community College Students (RECCS) program, she has been instrumental in fostering an inclusive environment, advocating for students from diverse backgrounds and streamlining recruitment efforts. Her impact is deeply felt—one RECCS p