Cynthia Cortes Flores is a recent May 2024 graduate of James Madison University from The Plains, Virginia. Cynthia received a Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management and minors in General Business and Latinx Community Engagement. She is a proud first-generation college student and is extremely grateful to have accomplished this dream she set out for herself when she was younger. During her time at JMU, Cynthia was a member of the Centennial Scholars Program, an Ambassador for the Hart School, and worked at UREC as a student employee in various roles. Through these and many other experiences, Cynthia has come to know the value of working with others on a team and has formed a passion to serve others. Cynthia is excited to build on her past experiences in this new role as the Engagement Fellow for Valley Scholars and have an impact on other first-generation students in the Shenandoah Valley. When Cynthia is not working in her office or visiting students at schools, you can find her at UREC taking a cycle class or playing pickleball, trying out a new recipe, reading, or spending time outside with her friends!