Taliek Lopez-DuBoff

Taliek Lopez-DuBoff is a native Oregonian, student, public official, and policy advocate attending the University of Oregon, where he studies Planning, Public Policy and Management. His work centers on civic engagement, community development, and expanding access to opportunity. He has interned in Congress and worked across education, local government, and public institutions, experiences that have strengthened his interest in public service and democratic engagement. In 2025, he was appointed by Oregon Governor Tina Kotek and confirmed by the Oregon State Senate to serve on the University of Oregon Board of Trustees. His writing and leadership often explore the intersection of policy, belonging, and civic responsibility, with a focus on how institutions can better serve their communities.