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Olivia Basilio

Bachelor of Arts: Psychology: Personality

Hometown

San Jose, California
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Jailine Valdes

Bachelor of Science: Psychology: Personality

Minor

Justice, Community and Leadership

Hometown

Oakland, California
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Irisbelle Maravilla

Bachelor of Science: Psychology: Personality

Hometown

San Ramon, California

Hannah Stevenson

Bachelor of Science: Psychology: Personality

Minor

Anthropology

Honors

Cum Laude

Hometown

Elk Grove, California

My Greatest Supporters

My greatest sources of support are my family, friends, & professors. My family have always had unwavering faith in me and my ability to do what I want to do & be who I want to be, especially when I can't see it in myself. My friends are the most genuine & compassionate people I know (ILYSM) & my professors affirm my belonging in every space I wish to inhabit. Thank you all for everything, always.

Favorite Saint Mary's Memory

It's impossible to choose just one! I think my most favorite moments have been the small ones; staying after class to chat with professors & attending office hours, learning something new that just clicks, seeing friends while walking between classes, staying up late in the library, doing nothing with my best friends, and enjoying campus in the rain. I'm going to miss it all.

My Next Chapter

This coming August, I'll be part of THE Howard University's PhD in counseling psychology Fall 2021 cohort. I feel very privileged to begin doctoral study as a first step in pursuing a career - & a life - focused on advocacy, education, & social justice. I can only anticipate the many ways in which I'll grow over the next 5(ish) years as a researcher, future clinician & educator, woman, & human.

Clubs and Activities

Psi Chi
Psych Club

Favorite Quote

Here's one, of an immeasurable many.
"One is responsible to life: It is the small beacon in that terrifying darkness from which we come and to which we shall return. One must negotiate this passage as nobly as possible, for the sake of those who are coming after us." - James Baldwin, in "The Fire Next Time"

Some may call the full quote more confrontational than inspirational. Go read it :)
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Haylee Smith

Bachelor of Science: Psychology: Personality

Hometown

Antioch, California

Chantylle Pradera

Bachelor of Science: Psychology: Personality

Minor

Sociology

Hometown

Orange County

My Greatest Supporters

My parents, professors, and the friends I've made at SMC

Favorite Saint Mary's Memory

Hanging out with friends whether is exploring the cities around school, studying in the library, going out for food, or just staying in and watching movies.

My Next Chapter

Going on to Graduate school and getting my Masters in Counseling Psychology with a Specialization in Children & Adolescents

Clubs and Activities

PSYCH Club
Women's Lacrosse

Favorite Quote

"Don't think too much, just do what makes you happy."

Brock Ghosn

Bachelor of Science: Psychology: Personality

Hometown

Maple Valley, Washington

My Greatest Supporters

My Parents and my family for being there every step of the way. My roommates for making me laugh and being great friends. Also, the Psychology Department professors for being amazing inspirations to me and being a guide throughout my 4 years.

Favorite Saint Mary's Memory

All of my memories with Connor, Gabe, Ricardo, Josh, and Daniel.

My Next Chapter

For now I think I am going to take a break for a little bit. In all seriousness, I will be pursuing a career in the technology/marketing industry.

Clubs and Activities

Psychology Club
Computer Club
Club Baseball - Freshman Year

Favorite Quote

Believe you can and you're halfway there.
— Theodore Roosevelt

Ariel Canonizado

Bachelor of Science: Psychology: Personality

Minor

Sociology

Hometown

San Francisco, California

My Greatest Supporters

My friends who have been there to support me during times I thought I couldn't go on. You know who you are and I am so thankful for you! :D
My family; my reasons to keep going! ♡
My Professors, HP Coach, Advisor, and supervisors. Thank you for giving me the space to excel and grow as a student and a person!

Favorite Saint Mary's Memory

How can I choose just one!? I'll never forget all the times I studied in the Psych Annex, said hi to friends during passing period in Dante Quad, did homework in the library atrium, spent time with friends on Rheem & Ascot, worked out in the rec center, shared long talks in my car, and overall built meaningful connections with people who I now consider family!

My Next Chapter

Trying to stay as sane as possible!:)

Clubs and Activities

APASA
Elf Program
Jumpstart
High Potential Program

Favorite Quote

"Now we're going to do the most human thing of all: attempt something futile with a ton of unearned confidence and fail spectacularly!" Become Adults.
— Michael; The Good Place
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Amanda Ausonio

Bachelor of Science: Psychology: Personality

Minor

Theology and Religious Studies & Italian Studies

Hometown

Monterey, California