After graduating from Berkeley, she hoped to apply to a concurrent Juris Doctorate and Master’s program in public policy, according to the GoFundMe.
Foster also hoped to become a foster parent one day and “build a life where her son would be proud of his mom,” according to the GoFundMe.
“Paloma’s warm smile, infectious laugh, beautiful spirit, and genuine care for those around her touched the lives of so many,” according to the Berkeley Unground Scholars Initiative. “She carried herself with grace, compassion, and strength, and her presence made our community better. While her passing leaves an unimaginable void, her impact, love, and legacy will continue to live on through the countless lives she touched.”