Cynthia Ceron

Cynthia Ceron

El Centro

El Centro Operations Specialist

Office:  El Centro
Phone:  (773) 442-4080
Email:  c-ceron2@neiu.edu
Office Hours:  Mon-Thurs:8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. | Fri:8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Country:  United States

Biography

At NEIU El Centro since 2014, I serve as an Office Operations Specialist, bringing knowledge in financial aid, advising, admissions, and recruitment to support students in reaching their highest potential. As a first-generation college student and daughter of immigrant parents from Guerrero, Mexico, I balance my career and life as a mother of two while remaining deeply committed to fostering access, opportunity, and success in higher education. 

Expertise

Serves as an advocate for students and provides direct support with day to day operations at El Centro to ensure things stay running smoothly.  

Education

Northeastern Illinois University,
Higher Education and Leadership, M.A. 

Northern Illinois University,
Sociology, B. A. 

Wright College,
Associate of Arts 

Background

Cynthia is a first-generation college graduate and former Chicago Public Schools student. She aspires to become an administrator in higher education to directly assist and advocate for students. In her current role she assists students with any questions and requests; she is responsible for providing the best customer service at the El Centro's front desk. In her downtime she enjoys Pinterest and spending time with her son.