Evelyn Torres

Evelyn Torres is the Senior Director of the Milken Scholars Program at the Milken Institute. She joined the organization in August 2019 and has progressively advanced through roles including Associate Director and Director of the program.123

Professional Background

Career Highlights::

• Has over 15 years of experience in the education and nonprofit sectors in the U.S. and Latin America2
• Previously worked at the Institute of International Education as Deputy Director in Mexico City2
• Provided technical oversight for a multimillion-dollar USAID initiative at FHI 360 in Washington D.C.1

Key Professional Expertise::

• Strategic leader in educational access and career development
• Skilled in project management, partnership development, and cross-cultural collaboration
• Bilingual in Spanish and English, with basic Portuguese skills2

Professional Roles at Milken Institute

• Senior Director, Milken Scholars Program (January 2023 - Present)
• Director, Milken Scholars Program (January 2021 - January 2023)
• Associate Director, Milken Scholars Program (September 2019 - January 2021)2

Her work involves maintaining communication with over 400 Alumni Scholars, coaching recent graduates, planning program events, and serving on the scholar selection committee.2