Emery Reddy Scholarship for Legal Studies

Karla Davis, University of Washington

Karla is currently a law student at the University of Washington School of Law (J.D. expected 2020). Prior to law school, Karla was a Legal Advocate within the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Unit at Northwest Immigrant Rights Project (NWIRP) in Seattle, WA. She previously worked at NWIRP as a Lutheran Volunteer Corps year-long fellow. Karla was born in Mexico and was raised in Kansas City. She attended MidAmerica Nazarene University in Olathe, Kansas, where she studied Corporate Communications, Marketing, and Graphic Design. As a first-generation college student, Karla has developed a passion for radical social change movements. She recognizes the need to advocate for and with marginalized communities and now hopes to dedicate both her personal and professional life to such individuals.

Emery Reddy Paralegal Scholarship

Brittany Watkins, Edmonds Community College

Brittany was born and raised in Florida and moved to Washington state about eight years ago. She loves going to Pike Place and relaxing with a good book. She has a wonderful cat named Zilla and an amazing, smart, and talented 10 year old sister named Teagan. Brittany is very excited to begin her career in the legal field.

Emery Reddy Willamette College of Law
Workers’ Rights Advocacy Scholarship

Ana Escobedo-Barraza, Willamette University College of Law

“When I was in second grade I went to my first pro-immigrant rally. As a second-generation immigrant, I felt empowered by the strength felt throughout the crowds of hard-working people. This moment in my life inspired my desire to spend my career fighting for these mothers, fathers, and children. I am currently in my second semester of law school and am part of the executive boards of the Willamette University National Lawyers Guild and the Latinx Student Law Association. My ultimate goal is to become an immigration lawyer and serve my community to the best of my ability.”