Timmy Lake (he/him) is a senior from Fair Haven, NJ, double concentrating in Hispanic Studies and Science, Technology, and Society. On campus, Timmy is a Student Coordinator and Tour Guide for the Office of Admissions, as well as an Academic Coach for the Office of Athletics. He works with the Brown Elementary Afterschool Mentoring Program to provide after school care to Spanish-speaking students in the Providence Public School District. As an active member of the Hispanic Studies department, he volunteered at the Festival de Literatura Iberoamericana en Providence (FLIP) in April 2024. He is excited to engage more with the Hispanic Studies department this year.

Karina Ortiz is a senior from Chicago, IL, and also calls Aguascalientes, Mexico, home. She is double concentrating in Hispanic Studies and Health and Human Biology. On campus, Karina is passionate about bridging communication barriers for Spanish-speaking patients through her role as a qualified medical interpreter. Outside of campus, Karina has volunteered at free clinics in both Chicago and Providence, gaining hands-on experience in patient care. After graduation, she plans to pursue a degree in the healthcare field, with aspirations to work in hospice services.

Everton Prospere (he/him) is a sophomore from Valley Stream, NY, double concentrating in Hispanic Studies and Political Science. Growing up in a Spanish-speaking household, Everton’s upbringing has caused him to maintain a close connection to his background and pursue a career in law and public service. He plans to study abroad in Santiago, Chile, in the fall of 2025 and is ready to dive deeply into the full experience of Hispanic culture. Outside the classroom, Everton participates in voting advocacy organizations, plays on the club tennis team, and is a conductor in the Brown Band. He is thrilled to help promote and organize Hispanic Studies concentration-related events this year with the rest of the DUG!