Ryan Zapata

MPA Student

Biography

Ryan Zapata graduated from the University of Southern California with a bachelor’s degree in urban studies and planning. His policy interests include transportation development and demographic analysis, which he explored through internships with the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) and Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA). While studying abroad at University College London, Ryan traveled extensively across Europe, gaining firsthand experience with public transit systems. He is originally from Los Angeles, California.