Biography

Erika joined the USC REBEL team in April 2021. She received a B.S. degree in Molecular Environmental Biology from the University of California, Berkeley and a Master’s in Public Health degree from the University of Southern California. Prior to joining the REBEL team, Erika worked closely with adolescents at USC Student Health and a Federally Qualified Health Center before that. As Project Specialist, Erika supports project operations, assists with data collection and study procedures for cohort studies focused on young adults, substance use, and emotional well-being. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, reading, and sharing meals with friends and family.