MARIANA E. VALENZUELA
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Mariana was born in La Serena, Chile, and has lived in the State of Oregon since 2001. She received her M.B.A. from Pacific University, as well as a B.A.in Latin American Studies, M.A in Literature from New Mexico State University.  Her professional career includes twenty-seven years of teaching experience at institutions of higher education, including Idaho State University, Portland Community College, and Pacific University. Currently, she holds the position of Director of Community Partnerships and Advocacy at Centro Cultural where she has worked on civic engagement projects and community outreach since August 2018. Ms. Valenzuela is a member of the Latino Policy Council and City Councilor for the City of Forest Grove.