Major: Multiple Subject Teacher Education

Victoria Renteria

Bachelor of Arts: Justice, Community, and Leadership: Multiple Subject Teacher Education

Honors

Cum Laude

Hometown

San Diego, California

My Greatest Supporters

My parents, sister, friends, family members, and mentors! I want to thank my parents and sister for believing in me and helping me achieve my goals. Thank you to my friends for always being there for me and motivating me. Los quiero mucho! I also want to thank my JCL classmates, professors, and the HP family for constantly supporting me.

Favorite Saint Mary's Memory

Traveling to India during Jan Term and making many amazing memories with my friends at SMC!

My Next Chapter

As an educator, I am excited to support my future students and community.

Favorite Quote

"Your ancestors are walking with you—inspired by your courage, resilience, and ALL that you've become"

— Roza Nozari

Sarah Gallo

Bachelor of Arts: Justice, Community, and Leadership: Multiple Subject Teacher Education

Honors

Cum Laude

Hometown

Modesto, California

My Greatest Supporters

My greatest supporters are my parents, siblings, grandparents, and my closest friends!

Favorite Saint Mary's Memory

There are so many, but I would probably say basketball games Junior year. Cheering with my best friends and being as loud as possible!

My Next Chapter

I will be getting my Masters in Education and Reading Intervention Endorsement at the University of Portland through the PACE program. In this program, I will spend the school year teaching Second Grade at Madeleine Choir School in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Clubs and Activities

InterVarsity
Gael Force
Portuguese Club
Compassion Club

Favorite Quote

"Be strong and courageous. So not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you."

— Deuteronomy 31:6

Rachel Henke

Bachelor of Arts: Justice, Community, and Leadership: Multiple Subject Teacher Education

Honors

Magna Cum Laude

Hometown

Pleasanton, California

Mariam Nino

Bachelor of Arts: Justice, Community, and Leadership: Multiple Subject Teacher Education

Honors

Magna Cum Laude

Hometown

Pleasanton, California

Katrina Pantell

Bachelor of Arts: Justice, Community, and Leadership: Multiple Subject Teacher Education

Honors

Magna Cum Laude

Hometown

Antioch, California

Kristina Galan

Bachelor of Arts: Justice, Community, and Leadership: Multiple Subject Teacher Education

Honors

Cum Laude

Hometown

Hayward

My Greatest Supporters

Thank you to my mom and dad for always supporting me and believing in me. I am so thankful for your love. Thank you to my brother for always being a shoulder to lean on. Thank you to my boyfriend who has always encouraged me to follow my dreams. Thank you to my Abuelita who has always supported me. Lastly, thank you to my village, I would not be here without you.

Favorite Saint Mary's Memory

My involvement in the LatinX clubs will always hold a special place in my heart. I will never forget move in day and meeting my roommate Imelda! We talked about being first generation college students and our life goals. I will never forget meeting my best friend, Ale and the long nights and fun adventures! Lastly, I will never forget the experience of being a Resident Advisor.

My Next Chapter

I will fulfill my lifelong dream and become an elementary school teacher! I am so excited to finally be an educator and start living the life I've always dreamed of.

Clubs and Activities

Resident Advisor of Aquinas Hall
Orientation Leader
Weekend of Welcome Leader
Baile Folkclorico Club Member
Las Hermanas Club Member
High Potential Program Member

Favorite Quote

"When life gives you lemons, make orange juice, and leave the world wondering how you did it."

Juaqlyne Garza

Bachelor of Arts: Justice, Community, and Leadership: Multiple Subject Teacher Education

Hometown

Merced, California

My Greatest Supporters

My greatest supporters are my family, friends, professors, pets, and myself. They have gotten me through so many challenges that have truly made me into a better person.

Favorite Saint Mary's Memory

My favorite Saint Mary's memory would be being in the dorm rooms with my roommates while singing and cooking cakes together trying to make it through finals weeks.

My Next Chapter

The next chapter of my life would consist of getting my teaching credential and then becoming a teacher. Also I will be working towards my PhD in child development in the classroom.

Favorite Quote

Love who you are, embrace who you are. Love yourself. When you love yourself, people can kind of pick up on that: they can see confidence, they can see self-esteem, and naturally, people gravitate towards you.

— Lilly Singh

Jayni Abraham

Bachelor of Arts: Justice, Community, and Leadership: Multiple Subject Teacher Education

Hometown

Martinez, California

Evelyn Tijero

Bachelor of Arts: Justice, Community, and Leadership: Multiple Subject Teacher Education & Spanish

Hometown

Napa, California

My Greatest Supporters

Mi querida familia, cercana y lejana

Favorite Saint Mary's Memory

My favorite Saint Mary's memory is the moment I fell in love with my future profession and the friendships that came along the way.

Clubs and Activities

High Potential Program
Saint Mary's Spirit Team
Baile Folklorico
Alpha Mu Gamma Honor Society
KSOE Student Ambassador

Favorite Quote

"You should enjoy the little detours to the fullest because that's where you'll find things more important than what you want."

— HXH

Esmeralda Munoz

Bachelor of Arts: Justice, Community, and Leadership: Multiple Subject Teacher Education

Hometown

San Jose, California