Cynthia Velasquez
Hi! I’m your admissions counselor, Cynthia. Here’s a little bit about me and what I enjoy most about UNH. I look forward to working with you!
Where is your favorite place on campus?
The MUB
What’s your favorite thing to eat on campus?
I enjoy the sandwiches from The Works Cafe
What makes UNH so special?
I deeply admire the commitment of change-makers on campus.
What’s your favorite UNH tradition?
Commencement
Where did you grow up?
Los Angeles, California
What college did you attend/degree earned?
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona/BA in Gender, Ethnic, Multicultural Studies & BFA in Fine Arts; California Institute of the Arts/MA in Critical Studies
Family/pets?
I am part of a large transnational family from Chile to Maine that includes pups, cats, and humans.
Do you have any hidden talents?
I can play a competitive game of basketball. I also consider myself an expert at making good food under frugal circumstances.
Any fun facts about yourself?
I am a committed Latinx artist.
What’s the coolest thing you’ve ever done in your life?
The coolest thing I’ve done was to make friends with art-makers.