Janet Ibarra

Hometown: Bangor, Michigan 

CLS Affiliation: CLS Minor Student

Current Status: Undergraduate Student

Graduation Year: May 2021

Double Major: Social Relations & Policy and Political Science (pre-law) 

Minor: Chicano/Latino Studies

Celebrating Janet: 

Janet was recently selected to receive the Martin Luther King Jr. Advancing Inclusion through Research Awards! She won first place for her research project on “How the Trump Presidency Has Affected Latinx Undergraduates.” Janet has completed several internships including an internship with the Hispanic/Latino Commission of Michigan; the

U.S. House of Representatives; Michigan Congressional District 8; and Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (CHCI)—all of which have enhanced her educational and professional experience. During her time at MSU, Janet has also participated in several research projects, including a project on the mass incarceration and the privatization and criminalization of immigration in Michigan and another project on the undergraduate Latinx perceptions of the presidency. Janet also founded the Civil Rights for Immigrants at MSU (@MsuCRi), an organization that strives to educate college students on the importance of state and local politics. 

What advice/tips/consejos would you give students in terms of navigating school? 

First, learn what study habits work best for you! After you establish study habits, good time management, and learn to prioritize, you will be solid. Second, when you network,make sure to do it with genuine intentions to build and foster relationships. Finally, create healthy habits of self-care embedded in your daily routine, even if it is only 5 minutes. Remember that we are not made out of steel, be gentle with yourself throughout your journey.

What are your professional/career aspirations?

Attend law school after undergrad and practice immigration law!

What (or who) inspires you? 

My family and community inspires me everyday. 

To learn more about Janet, visit her LinedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/janet-ibarra-0667a6b5/ and follow the Civil Rights for Immigrants Twitter page for more information @MsuCri