Partners & Projects
These are the partner organizations and research opportunities for the 2026 ASCENSO cohort.
Directed Research
Fellows will conduct research under with a Cal Lutheran faculty mentor:
| Organization | Area of Focus |
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Day Labor Site Study |
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Environmental and Land Justice |
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a) Civic Engagement and Advocacy/Voter Engagement; b) Evaluate Effectiveness of Managerial and Leadership Development |
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Tenant Protection Rights-Oxnard Office |
Research Internships
Fellows will work with Lorena Muñoz and a community mentor.
| Organization | Area of Focus |
|---|---|
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Housing Access and Ownership |
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a) Healthcare Access Advocacy in Santa Clara Valley; b) Higher Education Access Advocacy in Santa Clara Valley |
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Student Perception of Campus and Services |
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Students Perceptions Research |