Lorena Alvarez

Background

About Lorena Alvarez

Definitions belong to the definers, not the defined.” — Toni Morrison I’m a first-generation college student at Washington University in St. Louis studying Economics & Strategy with a minor in Business Analytics. I'm passionate about understanding how markets shape behavior and impact communities—interests that have guided my academic and professional path. This summer (2025), I’ll be joining Cboe Global Markets as a Regulatory Intern, where I look forward to applying my skills in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. On campus, I serve as Founder and President of WashU’s ALPFA chapter and have previous experience as a Finance & HR Intern at East Aurora School District 131. I’m especially committed to advancing financial literacy and college access for underrepresented communities, including those in my hometown of Aurora, IL. In my free time, I love walking in Forest Park, collecting CDs, exploring coffee shops, and listening to news and market podcasts! Clifton Strengths: Discipline | Analytical | Consistency | Responsibility | Developer