Arely Ramirez earned her B.A. in Psychology with a minor in Political Science from the University of Iowa in May 2026. She is a research assistant at Dr. Kochanska's Child Lab and works as an Associate Peer Leader for the Iowa Edge program. Arely enjoys writing, having work published in FOOLS undergraduate literary magazine and volunteering at community/non-profit organizations including active involvement with SALUD Multicultural Coalition in her hometown of Storm Lake, Iowa.