¡Hola!


My name is Leslie and I am an aspiring architect dedicated to designing spaces that promote environmental stewardship and enhance community well-being.

Currently pursuing a Master’s in Architecture II at Harvard University Graduate School of Design as a Dean's Merit Scholar, 2024 Paul and Daisy Soros Fellow and Leopold Schepp Scholar.
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Obtained a Bachelor’s of Architecture from Rhode Island School of Design with double-minors in Nature Sustainability and Latin-American Cultural Studies.

Previously worked with BNIMStudio Gang and Sweet Water Foundation.

My passions in architecture and education have led me to founding my community organization, First-Gen Chisme. Dedicated to empowering first-generation youth through the intersections of design, culture and mentorship!

Beyond work, I enjoy handcrafting Mexican beaded jewelry, exploring nature and
playing fútbol with my family!


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Resume and portfolio available upon request and
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Articles:


Harvard GSD Student Spotlight Speaker / 2024


2024 Paul and Daisy Soros Fellowship Profile / 2024


New York Times - 2024 Paul and Daisy Soros Fellowship / 2024


Forbes - 2024 Paul and Daisy Soros Fellowship / 2024


Harvard GSD - 2024 Paul and Daisy Soros Fellowship / 2024

RISD - 2024 Paul and Daisy Soros Fellowship / 2024

AIA Kansas City Architectural Scholarship / 2023

RISD Convocation Student Spotlight Speaker / 2022

Sweet Water Foundation / 2022

RISD SPUR Grant Research / 2022

Newman Civic Fellowship / 2022

RISD Alumni Momentum / 2021  

RISD Maharam Fellowship / 2021

Kansas City DosMundos Bilingual Newspaper / 2021

The Kansas City Beacon - Enough is Enough / 2021

Brown University B-Lab Venture Accelerator / 2021

Rhode Island Biz Journals / 2021

Taco Bell Foundation Scholar Profile / 2021