Current Management Fellows

Cecilia earned her Master of Global Management with a concentration in Public Administration from Thunderbird at Arizona State University’s (ASU) Downtown Phoenix campus in 2025. Prior to that she completed a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering Systems and a minor in Project Management from ASU Polytechnic in 2023.

At ASU, she served as a producer and director for science and technology YouTube videos and worked as Assistant Project Manager for the Global Future Laboratory’s Center for Negative Carbon Emissions, managing National Science Foundation and Department of Energy-funded sustainability engineering projects. She also interned with the U.S. Department of Education’s White House Hispanic Initiative, serving as lead author of a federal report on equity efforts for Latino communities. From 2021 to 2023, Cecilia represented thousands of students as ASU Polytechnic Student Body President and completed internships with local engineering firms.

She credits her time at ASU, the Department of Education internship, Valle del Sol’s Hispanic Leadership Institute, and the hiking trails of Phoenix as key inspirations behind her decision to pursue a career in municipal leadership with the City of Phoenix.

Dayana Rosas is a graduate of the University of North Florida, where she earned a Master’s degree in International Affairs. She also holds a Bachelor’s degree in International Affairs with a minor in International Business, Language, and Culture from the Georgia Institute of Technology, as well as an Associate of Science degree from Dalton State College. Her professional background includes serving as an AmeriCorps member with Teach for America and as a middle and high school mathematics teacher.

Dayana’s commitment to local government is deeply rooted in her journey. As a formerly homeless youth, first-generation college graduate, and migrant worker, she brings a unique perspective and a strong dedication to public service. Her academic training and international research experience—including fieldwork in Senegal, West Africa, and environmental monitoring using geospatial tools—have prepared her to address complex challenges. These experiences have led her to view local government as a space where she can apply her analytical, interdisciplinary, and cross-cultural skills to support local governance.

Taniya holds a Master of Public Administration (MPA) and a Bachelor of Science in Political Science with a minor in Communications from Florida State University (FSU). Her interest in government began during her teenage years, inspired by the television series Scandal, which sparked her curiosity about politics and leadership. That interest deepened through hands-on experience as a Legislative Intern for the Florida House of Representatives and a Mentoring Specialist at the Florida Department of Juvenile Justice. These experiences enhanced her understanding of how public service impacts everyday life and fueled her commitment to a career in local government.

Taniya also gained experience in strategic communications through internships with the Palm Beach County Public Affairs Office and the Innocence Project of Florida, which focused on public engagement and media outreach. While completing her MPA, she supported student success initiatives as a Graduate Assistant and Teaching Assistant at FSU. She most recently worked as a Substitute Teacher for the Palm Beach County School District, continuing her commitment to education. With a strong foundation in public service, communication, and leadership, Taniya is excited to grow her career in government with the City of Phoenix.