Un Poquito de Mi

 

Hola!

My name is Milary (pronounced Mee-lah-ree) and I’m a proud Dominican American with deep roots in Cranston and Providence, RI. I’m the eldest of three, and a fun fact my twin brothers, Arimil Arys and I, share names crafted from the letters of our parents’ names. 

I’m also a proud dog mom to Cookie, my adorable fur baby who’s a Yorkie-Shih Tzu mix with a big personality and even bigger cuddles.

My academic journey has been a wonderful journey! I hold a Bachelor’s in Youth Development, a Master’s in Education, and I’m currently pursuing a second Master’s in Youth Development because I believe in lifelong learning and empowering the next generation.

Professionally, I serve as a Coordinator/Counselor for Educational Talent Search at the Community College of Rhode Island, where I help students unlock their potential and access higher education opportunities. 

Outside of work, I stay connected to my Latina heritage through dance and culture. I teach Latin dance and proudly direct Quisqueya In Action, a youth folklore group that brings Dominican traditions to life at events like the Dominican Festival and other cultural celebrations across Rhode Island.