Cici is going into her senior year at the University of California Santa Barbara, where she is pursuing a degree in Psychology and Brain Sciences and a minor in Applied Psychology. She first began her journey with PeerBuddies in Spring 2025, where she was a volunteer facilitator for inclusion camp and group programs. She officially joined the Team in Spring 2026, and is incredibly grateful to work alongside amazing people in an environment where there is constant support and learning! Cici grew up in Big Bear, CA, and found herself drawn to the Santa Barbara beaches. In her free time, she enjoys researching in pedagogy psychology, drawing, and spending time with her friends and family!