Bella Mendoza graduated from the University of California, Berkeley, where they studied Data Science and Legal Studies. Prior to the U.S. Digital Corps, Bella served as a research assistant at the UC Berkeley EPIC Lab centering work around creating accessible data tools. Furthermore, as a coding instructor, Bella has fostered the development of aspiring technologists by sharing the potential of technology and emphasizing the significance of inclusivity in its implementation.

Throughout her professional development, Bella has consistently emphasized ethical technology use as a means to navigate and embrace a diverse and ever-changing world. With the moments in between, Bella enjoys jamming out with friends, going to concerts, and discovering new hobbies.