Ariana Hernandez is pursuing a master’s degree in communication at The University of Texas at Arlington. She earned a bachelor’s degree in visual communication and interdisciplinary studies with honors from the same institution. As a graduate student assistant, she managed communication and operations in the Honors College. She also worked as a senior peer academic leader, mentoring student leaders and fostering collaboration. Hernandez has conducted research on the media’s representation of women and served as a co-investigator on a study examining pro-equality attitudes toward women in leadership roles. Her career interests focus on pursuing research in media framing, policy, and advocacy to promote equity and representation for women and minority groups. Through the Graduate Archer Fellowship, she aims to advance her understanding of federal policy to support her advocacy efforts.