About Nancy Lopez

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Education:

Masters of Journalism, University of California, Berkeley

August 2009 - May 2011

Bachelor of Arts, University of California, Los Angeles

January 2003 - March 2005

Published Stories:

Immigrant Minors Fall Through Cracks in Legal Representation

New York Times Student Journalism Institute

Non-profits groups and lawyers facing deportation charges for unaccompanied children are reaching the limit of their caseloads.

Hope for Haiti at Museum of Contemporary Art

New York Times Student Journalism Institute

One year later, Miami's Haitian community gathers to remember and honor those lost in Haiti's devastating earthquake.

Undocumented American Struggles to Prove his Citizenship

KALW

Millions of Americans lack birth certificates or other means of proof of citizenship. One man's story shows the consequences of living in the U.S. without those documents.

Mining and Oil Boom Propel Investment in Colombia

Associated Press

Security gains and capitalist-friendly investment rules are spurring an unprecedented mining and oil boom in Colombia.

New Amazon Monkey Species Discovered in Colombia

Associated Press

A new Amazon monkey species has been discovered in Colombia that researchers believe is at risk due to the cutting of forests.

Casual Carpool Hits a Speed Bump

KALW

In the Bay Area casual carpoolers will have to pay a $2.50 toll, which could make the casual carpool a bit more of a bumpy ride.

Clarion Alley Regrets

Mission Loc@l

Reporters Bridget Huber and Nancy López set up shop in Clarion Alley and ask Mission residents what they wish they’d said to a loved one that they never did.

Doulas, a Mom's Best Friend During Labor, Grow in Popularity

Mission Loc@l

More low-income and Latina mothers have access to doulas, thanks to volunteer and community-based programs.

Gypsy Honeymoon's Bold Move

Mission Loc@l

The antique store is moving around the corner to enjoy a larger space and more foot traffic.

Artist Reflections of Tehran

Mission Loc@l

VIDEO: A look at the many lived realities of Tehran on display at Intersection for the Arts.

U.S. Wireless Race Plays Out on Mission Street

Mission Loc@l

An eight-block stretch of Mission Street sees a rush of customers looking for prepaid calling options. The demand is happening at the briskest pace in the Latino community.

Condo Sales Up, Prices Fall

Mission Loc@l

Condo buyers in the Mission District are taking the plunge amidst a still tepid economy.

SBA Stimulus Lifeline Too Short for the Mission District

Mission Loc@l

President Barack Obama’s stimulus plan to aid struggling small businesses looks good on paper, but small businesses have not benefited from the new programs.

Awards:

Dean's Award for Distinguished Public Service Journalism (April 2010)

Work Experience:

Radio Engineer/Editor

UC Berkeley  - Berkeley CA  ( September 2010 -  )

Engineer and edit the Criminal Justice Conversations podcast, which is a co-production of the Berkeley Center for Justice and the Berkeley School of Journalism.

News Intern

Associated Press  - Bogota  ( May 2010 - August 2010 )

Reported on Colombian politics, specifically the presidential elections, the emerging green party and the foreign investment boom. Translated stories from Spanish to English, and wrote up news alerts.

Reporter/Editor

Mission Loc@l  - San Francisco CA  ( August 2009 -  )

Report on property and housing in San Francisco's Mission District. Articles range from city hall meetings to feature stories dealing with real estate market and small business. Manage editing duties, such as deciding weekend coverage and updating hyperlocal site.

Interviewer

Coalition for Humane Immigrants Rights of Los Angeles  - Los Angeles CA  ( January 2007 - February 2007 )

Compiled interviews of street vendors in Los Angeles' Fashion District who were being displaced by police.

Reporter/Editor

Soul Rebel Radio  - Los Angeles CA  ( June 2006 - July 2009 )

Reported, edited, and produced radio stories for one-hour monthly show that airs on KPFK 90.7FM in Los Angeles.

Interpreter/Translator

Multi-Ethnic Immigrant Workers Organizing Network  - Los Angeles CA  ( March 2005 - January 2007 )

Interpreted at community and staff meetings and organizational events. Translated meeting agendas, information sheets, and educational materials.

Skills:

• Final Cut Pro, Pro Tools, Photoshop. Experienced in Adobe Audition, audio editing software. Fluent in both English and Spanish.

Other Works:

Participated in the New York Times Student Journalism Institute, a two-week intensive training with reporters and editors from the New York Times.   Read more...