Josue Lopez is pursuing a doctoral degree in sociology in the Sociology and Anthropology Department at The University of Texas at El Paso. Specializing in community and identity building within the Asian American community in El Paso, Texas, Lopez has studied and researched Korean American community building, focusing on how they create identity and engage in civic life in the context of the border and Hispanic-majority city of El Paso. During this time, he also researched migration issues on the border, helping find solutions for asylum policy. Lopez has a master’s degree in sociology, with experience studying abroad at Korea University in Seoul, South Korea. He served as president of the Sociology Club and is a member of the service fraternity Alpha Phi Omega. Lopez plans to utilize his experience as a Graduate Archer Fellow to help minorities gain visibility on the border and advocate for and promote equitable opportunities.