Victoria grew up between the neighboring cities of San Diego and Tijuana. Her areas of expertise include migration, human rights, and U.S.-Mexico bilateral relations. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from San Diego State University as well as a Certificate in Social Sciences and Humanities from the Paris Institute of Political Studies.

Prior to joining the MSFS program, Victoria worked at the Legal Affairs Office of the Mexican Ministry of the Interior. She served as an advisor to the Ministry’s Attorney General as well as the Deputy Director of Political Analysis and International Affairs. In addition to English, she speaks Spanish, Italian, French, and Turkish.

"What makes the MSFS program the best of its kind, is the combination of outstanding academics, experienced faculty, professional resources, and community life.”