Major: Anthropology

Keion Hill

Bachelor of Arts: Anthropology

Hometown

San Francisco, California

My Greatest Supporters

Everyone in the anthro club, Professor Anna Corwin and my mom

Favorite Saint Mary's Memory

I took intro to anthro and I don't regret it

Favorite Quote

If you strike me down I shall become more powerful than you can possibly imagine
— Obi Wan Kenobi

Nikki Phan

Bachelor of Arts: Anthropology

Minor

East Asian Studies

Honors

Magna Cum Laude
Margaret Mead

Hometown

Cupertino, California

Award Bio

Nikki Phan is an Anthropology major and East Asian studies minor from Cupertino, California. During her time at SMC, she has worked at the Intercultural Center as a student leader initiating Diversity Education in her sophomore year, and as the graphic designer in her senior year. She has also completed internships with the Anthropology Department and Worthwhile Research & Consulting.

My Greatest Supporters

My mom, the professional & student staff at the Intercultural Center, Drs. Dana Herrera & András Margitay-Becht, Naoko Uehara, and my wonderful friends! I appreciate all of the time and energy you put into helping me get through my college experience. Thank you for the many treasured memories and loving support throughout my education and graduation.
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Madeline Bird

Bachelor of Arts: Anthropology

Minor

Performing Arts: Dance

Honors

Magna Cum Laude

Hometown

Atwater, California

Lauren Soares

Bachelor of Arts: Anthropology

Minor

Sociology

Honors

Cum Laude

Hometown

Roseville, California

My Greatest Supporters

My greatest supporters are my parents, Nathalee and Joseph, my siblings, and my fiance, Dylan.

Favorite Saint Mary's Memory

My favorite memory from Saint Mary’s is the Jan Term travel courses I was able to take in Brazil and Puerto Rico. These courses introduced me to new fields of study and presented opportunities for further growth.

My Next Chapter

This summer I will start a position with AmeriCorps in their FEMA Corp program.

Favorite Quote

“The secret to having it all is believing you already do.”

Leia Kawaii-Mooney

Bachelor of Arts: Anthropology

Honors

Cum Laude

Hometown

Moraga,California

My 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"
— NELSON MANDELA
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Kari Kongsøre

Bachelor of Arts: Anthropology

Hometown

Eugene, Oregon
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Isabella Heatwole

Bachelor of Arts: Anthropology & Philosophy

Honors

Cum Laude

Hometown

Peoria, California
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Emily Pelster

Bachelor of Arts: Anthropology: Archaeology

Minor

Psychology

Hometown

Pleasant Hill, California