Summary
Languages: Spanish, English (fluent). Italian (basic).
I was born in México City but grew up in a small town called Texcoco. As the eldest of four siblings, my upbringing instilled in me a love for exploration and an appreciation for diverse cultures. This passion for cultural exchange began early, as my family hosted exchange students from the United States during my youth, a tradition we continue by welcoming international visitors to our home.
I earned my bachelor's degree in journalism and mass communications from the Universidad Autónoma de Guadalajara and participated in an exchange program at the University of Oklahoma. I received a scholarship from the Inter American Press Association, which enabled me to pursue a master's degree in journalism at the University of Missouri.
Since 2000, I've been a graphic designer in the Office of Marketing and Communications at the University of Nevada, Reno. Prior to this role, I taught Media Graphics at the Reynolds School of Journalism. I honed my editorial and design skills as the Features and Sports Planning Editor at the Savannah Morning News in Georgia and the Reno Gazette-Journal.
Beyond my professional endeavors, I've been deeply involved in various organizations and boards, from Mizzou's Latin American Student Association to the Northern Nevada International Center. I've also contributed my time as a Spanish-language docent at the Nevada Museum of Art and served on the Nevada Humanities board. Within the University community, I'm actively engaged in some University committees, but my favorite is Alianza! I remain committed to fostering inclusivity and cultural understanding in my personal and professional pursuits.