Leia Kawaii-Mooney
Bachelor of Arts: Anthropology
Honors
Cum Laude
Hometown
Moraga,CaliforniaMy Greatest Supporters
My family ,particularly my siblings and my children, and my dearest friend of over Forty years Jacquie D, have been my cheering section during my educational journey. I am very grateful for all of the wonderful professors at SMC , and for my Academic Advisor Dr. Dana R. Herrera, and my SEAS coach Dr. Calvin Monroe, who have encouraged me to "forge ahead"!
Favorite Saint Mary's Memory
My favorite Saint Mary's memory is of the Initiation Ceremony that took place on campus ( April 18, 2021)).On this special day, I became a Confirmed Catholic and shared in the joy and honor with other Initiates from RCIA at Saint Mary's. Thank you Fr. Michael Olawuni , Fr Hai Ho, and Juliana Caruso of SMC Mission Ministry !
My Next Chapter
This summer, I am off to Anthropology Field School on the Island of Malta, where I will participate in an ethnographic research project. I am also looking into field schools for archaeology and I plan to continue my education as I pursue graduate studies in Evolutionary Anthropology.
Clubs and Activities
-RCIA-BSU
-Anthropology
Favorite Quote
"IT ALWAYS SEEMS IMPOSSIBLE UNTIL IT IS DONE"