June 5, 2025

NextGen SPA Profile: Sandra Teran

  • Pronouns: She/Her
  • Hometown: Houston, TX
  • College/University: University of Houston
  • Major: Public Policy

Tell us a little about yourself?

I’m a first-generation college student majoring in Public Policy, with minors in Human Development and Family Sciences and Business Administration. I currently serve as the Social Media Coordinator for a nonpartisan grassroots organization focused on advocacy both on and off campus. I’m passionate about equity across various sectors, and using policy as a tool for social change.

What is your dream job? What kind of impact do you hope to make?

Policy Consultant

If you could have dinner with anyone in the world (deceased or alive), who would it be and why?

If I could have dinner with anyone in the world, I’d choose Eleanor Roosevelt because she was not only a dedicated public servant who shaped international human rights, but also a compassionate advocate.

Who is your favorite public servant and why?

My favorite is Bernie Sanders who has spent his life fighting for justice, and healthcare with compassion, always focused on helping ordinary people.