Richmond Promise Profiles
We are proud to share the stories of Richmond Promise Scholars, Board Members, Alumni, and other members of the RP community.
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Meet our RP Interns: Nayeli Del Mundo
Nayeli is serving as RP’s Marketing & Communications Intern during the Spring of 2026
Meet our 2025-26 Near-Peer Ambassadors
Learn more about the current college students who help our College Access team provide in-class services to Richmond high school and middle school students.
Scholar Reflection: Jaelyn Williams
In a piece titled “1,600 Miles to Growth,” Jaelyn Williams reflects on how moving away to go to college has helped her grow
Scholar Reflection: Fatoumata Cissé
Third-year USC Scholar reflects on her participation in Uniqlo’s Global Management Program
Meet Our RP Interns: Jaelyn Williams
Jaelyn is serving as RP’s Communications & Marketing Intern during the Fall 2025 semester
Scholar Profile: Avyanah Washington
Working with animals has turned into a passion for Richmond Promise Scholar Avyanah Washington
2025 Summer Associates
Learn more about five RP Scholars who are helping RP staff deliver key services
Alumni Profile: Chandani Battle
Participation in a prestigious fellowship brought Chandani Battle back to Richmond Promise
Alumni Profile: Mahi Taban
Taking advantage of opportunities has prepared RP alum Mahi Taban for a career in the courtroom
Scholar Profile: Joseph Lopez
RP Scholar Joseph Lopez is getting as much experience as he can in preparation for life after graduation.
Scholar Profile: Edgar De Anda
El Cerrito High Grad Edgar De Anda Took Advantage Of The Opportunities San Francisco State Had To Offer, And That Has Him Thinking Big After Graduation.
Mentor Spotlight: Megan & Marissa
Working Through the Grad School Application Process Helped One RP Mentor-Mentee Pair Draw Inspiration From Each Other
Scholar & Parent Profile: Karla Zermeno Gonzalez
Richmond Promise Services Aim to Help Parents Feel More Engaged and Comfortable With a Complicated College Application Process
Scholar Profile: Jessica Nora Lopez
In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, Richmond Promise Highlights UC Berkeley Graduate Jessica Nora Lopez and her Mental Health Advocacy in the Public Health Sphere.
Scholar Profile: Prathana Adhikari
In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, Richmond Promise Highlights Summit Tamalpais High Grad, and UC Berkeley Sophomore Prathana Adhikari and her Mental Health Advocacy in the Public Health Sphere.
Mentorship Spotlight: Estelle Paysinger-Hill & Ashley Saechao
Through The Richmond Promise Mentor Program, One RP Scholar Is Taking Advantage Of Some Helpful Advice As She Navigates Her College Experience.
Scholar Profile: Irene Kou
In honor of Women’s History Month, Richmond Promise Recognizes the Accomplishments of De Anza High Grad and UC Berkeley Sophomore Irene Kou.
Scholar Profile: Nouhamin Leoulekal
In honor of Women’s History Month, Richmond Promise Recognizes the Accomplishments of Middle College High Grad and UC Berkeley Junior Nouhamin Leoulekal.
Scholar Profile: Yeison Samayoa
RP Scholar and UC Santa Cruz sophomore Yeison Samayoa participated in the 2024 Koret UC Leads Research and Leadership Symposium at UC Berkeley, where he presented on his field of research and earned a top-five award for his work.
Scholar Profile: Rodney Green Jr.
Richmond Promise Scholar Rodney Green Jr. Is Representing His Hometown While Making A Name As One Of The Country’s Most Highly Regarded Baseball Prospects.
Scholar Profile: Jaszwan Veal
In Celebration Of Black History Month, Richmond Promise Profiles ECHS Grad and Howard University Senior Jaszwan Veal
Board Profile: Linda Schmid
Whether As A Board Member Or A Mentor, Linda Schmid Is Making An Impact For Richmond Promise Scholars
Board Profile: Mojdeh Mehdizadeh
Contra Costa Community College District Chancellor And Richmond Promise Board Member Mojdeh Mehdizadeh Has Dedicated Her Career To Serving Communities Like Richmond.
Alumni Profile: Bianca Delgado
As Rivet School’s Digital Content Strategist, Bianca Delgado Is Finding Her Career Path By Working In Her Hometown.
Richmond Promise Near-Peer Ambassadors
Learn more about the RP Scholars who help our College Access team provide in-class services to current Richmond high school and middle school students.
Staff Profile: Miguel Molina
In Celebration Of Latinx Hispanic Heritage Month, Richmond Promise Is Turning The Spotlight Onto One Of Its Own Who Continues To Make An Unmistakable Impact Throughout The City Of Richmond.
Alumni Profile: Pooja Sandhu
Catching Up With Richmond Promise Alum and El Cerrito High/San Jose State University Alum Pooja Sandhu
Board Profile: Dr. Kenneth “Chris” Hurst
Whether As WCCUSD Superintendent Or Richmond Promise Board Member, Dr. Chris Hurst Is Driven To Support Richmond Youth In Any Way He Can.
Alumni Profile: Cali Luke
Catching Up With Richmond Promise Alum and El Cerrito High/UC Berkeley Alum Cali Luke
2023 Richmond Promise Summer Associates
Learn more about the RP Scholars who help advance our mission by offering critical support to current high school and middle school students as well as incoming college freshmen.
Alumni Profile: Jarschire Dennis
Richmond Promise Alum Jarschire Dennis Is On A Path To Create Change In His Community.
Scholar Profile: Vanessa Crisostomo Garcia
As She Prepares To Graduate From UC Berkeley, Vanessa Crisostomo Garcia’s Next Step Will Lead Her Home.
Board Profile: Richmond City Manager Shasa Curl
Before She Became Richmond’s City Manager, Shasa Curl Played A Pivotal Part In The Creation Of Richmond Promise
Board Profile: RP Board Chair Michael Littleton
Early Retirement Left Michael Littleton In Search Of A Way To Make An Impact. He Found It In Richmond Promise.
