2023 Scholarship Recipients

	Cinthia Delgadillo Hi! I am a graduating 2023 Senior at Del Valle High School. I plan to go to college at the University of Texas at Austin and major in Kinesiology: Exercise Science. With this major, I will be making my way towards a career as a Physical Therapist. I am a first-generation Mexican-American who loves to spend time with my family and play soccer. I am very proud to be a 2023 Young Women’s Alliance Scholarship recipient and want to dedicate this achievement to my hardworking parents, supportive teachers, and counselor who made this possible for me!
Cindy Palomino-Cruz Hello! I am currently a senior at Del Valle High School. I am very proud to be Hispanic, first-gen, and a 2023 Young Women’s Alliance Scholarship Recipient! I plan to attend Texas State University this upcoming Fall and major in pre-nursing! I am beyond grateful for all the blessings I have received. I owe all my accomplishments to God, my friends, family, and my favorite DVHS counselors, Ricky Perez & Dasjah Martinez<3. I will continue to work hard, be a good role model, and help give back to my community!
	Alexis Ritchie Hi! I’m a 2023 Senior at Del Valle. I love going to Zilker park with my friends where I enjoy soaking up the sun and swimming in the river. I plan on attending the University of Texas at Austin where I will be majoring in Business. I am so thankful to have a wonderful support system that consists of my family, friends, coaches, teachers, and most importantly my sister. They continue to believe in me and encourage me to keep growing as a person by challenging myself.
Mayra Luna Hi y’all! I’m a graduating senior at Del Valle. I plan to attend Texas A&M University in the fall to major in Management Information Systems. I’m extremely excited to make new friends, memories, and experiences! I’m super grateful to have received the Young Women’s Alliance scholarship this year. Thanks to my family, friends and teachers who have supported and encouraged me throughout the years! #gig’em !
	Ashley Avalos Hello! I’m a student at Del Valle High School. I will be attending the University of Texas at Austin this upcoming fall and majoring in government. I am pursuing this major in hopes of one day having the opportunity to be in a position where I can fight for the rights of minorities, women, and any voice that has been dismissed. I feel incredibly blessed to be a Young Women’s Alliance recipient since it will allow me to fulfill my dream of going to college and be the first in my family to do so
Evelyn Salas Hi, I am a 2023 Senior at Del Valle High School. I like to paint, sculpt, play the piano, hike, and go to museums in my free time. I am excited to attend college at UT Austin in the fall and major in Biology with a pre-dental track. I aspire to become a dentist in the future and be able to help people be more confident and more comfortable with their smile.
	Fatima Mendoza Hello! I am a Senior in Del Valle High School. I enjoy reading, working out, and making crafts. This fall I will be attending UT Austin with a Biology major. After my Bachelor’s Degree, I hope to apply to medical school and become a doctor. I am so grateful to the Young Women’s Alliance for this award. I want to thank everyone who has supported me throughout this whole process.