Lupe Sandoval
As an alumna of the Barrio Logan College Institute (BLCI), Lupe Sandoval has experienced
firsthand the wraparound support and investment of an educational equity program.
As the Coordinator for the BLCI Upward Bound Program, Lupe has come full circle: from
student to mentor. Lupe's philosophy on the importance of a college education is also
informed by her leadership, advocacy, and the firm belief that a college degree is
more about civic participation and finding a voice than just the promise of upward
mobility. Lupe's primer on education, litigation, & policy advocacy began through
her internship with the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) and has persisted in
her community organizing efforts within the most resilient communities in San Diego.
Presently, Lupe chairs the BLCI Alumni Advisory Committee which engages alumni and
fundraises scholarships for students.