Mariam Denisse Estrada Rangel

I'm a storyteller driven by a passion for shaping narratives that inspire change—skilled at distilling complex ideas, deep analysis, and cultivating audience interest with engaging style.

• "Between Me and You" - Critiqued Tavares Strachan’s Between Me and You through themes of historical memory and impermanence, connecting the work to Baudelaire’s philosophy of beauty to challenge societal values and dominant historical narratives.
• "Must Art be Beautiful?: Inquiry into the Avant Garde" - Analyzed texts and art to explore evolving definitions of beauty and how the avant-garde challenges traditional aesthetic standards
• "Ethical Analysis of Psychedelic Therapies for Mental Health" - I researched the ethical implications of using psychotropic substances for mental health treatment, honing my research and writing skills while engaging with bioethical debates.
• Somos LatinX Initiative - I launched a social media campaign for the Institute for Diversity and Civic Life, highlighting LatinX narratives and uncovering their cultural significance.
• Exploration into the Epistemological Value of Aesthetics Seminar - Created and presented a lecture on the Socratic view of aesthetics, analyzing primary texts and presenting original arguments to engage an audience.

• Philosophy Club- Cultivated intellectual curiosity and critical thinking skills through active involvement in the Philosophy Club, contributing to in-depth discussions and engaging in critical examination of philosophical texts.
• Latin American Poet Society- Organized and facilitated poetry nights and workshops for the Latin American Poet Society, focusing on themes of peace, culture, and resilience.
• Model United Nations Club- Strengthened research, public speaking, and debate skills, focusing on in-depth analysis of global issues and diverse cultural perspectives.

• Oral History for Social Change Certificate

Trained in ethical interviewing practices, transcription, and narrative analysis for community storytelling.

References available upon request.