She received her Doctorate of Economic Development from New Mexico State University. Dr. Reyes’ research covers a wide range of topics that include international economics, entrepreneurship, female labor participation, water scarcity, U.S. – Mexico border issues, and international migration. She earned her BS in Industrial Engineering from Instituto Tecnologico de Durango in Mexico, her MBA & MPA from University of Texas at El Paso. Dr. Reyes has worked with private and public organizations in Mexico and the U.S.