Grace Manley

Conducted research under a PhD student on international religious freedom and the effects of theocracy on democracy. Collected and compiled 5 years of US State Department International Religious Freedom Reports data across all available countries using Excel.

Operated the LOOP shuttle for UC Berkeley DSP students and football event patrons, coordinating with teams of up to 13 drivers. Represented the department at campus kiosks, handling parking passes and scheduling LOOP rides for 3 drivers. Managed campus parking lots during high-volume event days, handling parking sales and directing vehicle traffic to ensure smooth patron flow.

Reviewed primary and secondary literature via JSTOR and other sources on American international military and economic strategy in the Indo-Pacific for Professor Emeritus Lowell Dittmer's research team. Authored a report analyzing the roles of the US, China, Australia, India, Japan, Central Asia, and small island states in Indo-Pacific strategy; presented findings to the research team.

Led a group of 7 advisors as Group Lead, answering questions, sharing advising strategies, and connecting advisors to relevant resources. Guided 4 high-achieving, low-income high school students through the college application process, covering financial aid, fly-in programs, and school selection. Reviewed and provided editing feedback on personal statements and supplemental application responses.

Pursuing an LLM in International Human Rights Law at the University of Glasgow, with expected completion in September 2026.

Earned a Bachelor of Arts in Global Studies with a focus on Peace and Conflict, and a minor in Human Rights.

Participated in the UCEAP Spring Semester Study Abroad Program at Korea University.