Yarile Jimenez Cuevas is from Alamance County, North Carolina, and graduated from Graham High School in the Class of 2025. During the summer, they participated in the Introduction to Political Theory program at Elon University, where their favorite text was “The Racial Contract” by Charles W. Mills, for its powerful insights into systemic inequality. They currently attend Elon University as a Business Administration major with a focus on International Business. A first-generation college student and proud Mexican American, they are especially proud of mentoring younger students and empowering their community through civic education, cultural outreach, and leadership.