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Mario Cruz

Assistant Director
Mario Cruz
Mario operates out of the Northern Virginia region.

Mario graduated from Salisbury University with a Bachelor's degree in International Studies, and earned his Master's degree in Higher Postsecondary Education from Syracuse University.

Mario is a first-generation college graduate, which led to his passion for higher education and working with other first-generation college students.

Fun fact: Mario contributed to an exhibition that is currently on display at the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History!

Hometown: Washington D.C.

Territories: Montgomery County, MD; Prince George’s County, MD; District of Columbia; Alexandria, Arlington, Fairfax, and Manassas, VA

Responsibilities: Regional Recruiter