Peer Advisor: Diana Lopez-silva

Diana is a first gen student at the University Of Minnesota - Twin Cities from Coon Rapids Minnesota. She is a Junior pursuing political science and strategic communications. In Political Science she's interested in international relations, foreign policy as well as law and justice within politics. Outside of work and school she enjoys weightlifting, photography, and spending time with family and friends.

What motivated you to major in political science?

Diana has been interested in politics for a long time as she grew up as a first gen Mexican American with immigrant parents. Growing up in politics and surrounding subjects became a prevalent conversation and is what sparked the interest in political science.

What is your favorite resource on campus?

Diana's favorite resource on campus is the recreation and wellness facilities. Diana has enjoyed weightlifting since before her time at university and enjoys it even more nowadays. Being able to take some time away to refresh the mind after a long day of classes and move the body can feel incredibly satisfying.

How can students benefit from meeting with you?

Being a peer advisor, Diana hopes to be able to provide any clarity or guidance that a student may need in regards to their academic goals. Diana hopes to create a welcoming space that can allow students to feel and express themselves more comfortably while getting another student perspective on class curriculum or other experiences and opportunities 

What conversations do you look forward to having with students as a peer advisor?

Working as a peer advisor, Diana looks forward to meeting people and getting to know them on the individual level. Whether it be seeing other perspectives or goals people have within the major, Diana is excited to be there for people while helping provide a layer of support and guidance as students learn and get involved with the  political science major and department.