Guadalupe Martinez
Guadalupe graduated from City University of New York (CUNY), Queens College, with a BA in English and minors in Spanish and History. Her thesis examined retellings of La Llorona, a Mexican folklore, in contemporary young adult literature and explored how these narratives connect to Gloria Anzaldúa’s theory of conocimiento . Building on this foundation, she hopes to continue her studies of Latinx Literature, Indigenous studies, and literary translation at Villanova. After graduation, Guadalupe worked as a grant writer for a New York City nonprofit, helping secure funding for after-school programs, winter sports initiatives, supportive housing in Brooklyn and Bronx communities. In her free, she enjoys hiking, swimming, reading, and attending Broadway shows.