April 9, 2025

Irvine City Council member and Ecology and Evolutionary Biology Professor Kathleen Treseder was named a “2025 Woman Making a Difference” by Orange County Supervisor Katrina Foley at the fourth annual Women Making A Difference Awards. Orange County Supervisor Katrina Foley recognized more than 60 women at her Fourth Annual Women Making A Difference Awards. The 2025 national theme for Women’s History Month is “Moving Forward Together! Women Educating & Inspiring Generations.” This year, Vice Chair Foley honored women in Orange County who represent education, community advocacy, nonprofits, climate, healthcare and support services for disabled communities.