Maria Torres serves as the Director of Communications and Outreach at the Maryland Higher Education Commission (MHEC), where she plays a pivotal role in shaping the agency's public profile and enhancing its outreach initiatives. With a robust background in multicultural outreach, marketing, and public relations,...
Maria Torres serves as the Director of Communications and Outreach at the Maryland Higher Education Commission (MHEC), where she plays a pivotal role in shaping the agency's public profile and enhancing its outreach initiatives. With a robust background in multicultural outreach, marketing, and public relations, Maria is adept at crafting strategic communications that resonate with diverse audiences across Maryland. Her bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish allows her to effectively engage with a wider demographic, ensuring that vital information about higher education resources and opportunities reaches all residents of the state.
In her current role, Maria is responsible for advising the Secretary of Higher Education on the implementation of a comprehensive statewide communications strategy. This includes both online and offline efforts aimed at increasing MHEC's visibility and influence among stakeholders, including students, parents, educators, and community organizations. She has successfully spearheaded key projects that promote educational equity and access, such as targeted outreach campaigns and community engagement events that highlight the importance of higher education in underrepresented communities.
Maria's expertise extends to organizational and cultural diversity training, where she has designed and implemented professional development programs that foster cultural competence within educational institutions. Her leadership skills and experience in program management have enabled her to build strategic partnerships that enhance MHEC's mission and objectives. Through her innovative approach to community outreach and her commitment to educational leadership, Maria Torres continues to make significant contributions to the landscape of higher education in Maryland, ensuring that all residents are informed and empowered to pursue their educational goals.
