Minor: Communication

Mikaela Robles

Bachelor of Science: Psychology

Minor

Communication

Honors

Cum Laude

Hometown

Brentwood, California

My Greatest Supporters

First and foremost, I would like to express my deepest gratitude for my parents and my mamas. Thank you for supporting and loving me every step of the way. I love you with all my heart!
I'd also like to thank my family and friends who have always been there for me. I know that anything is possible when you are by my side.

Favorite Saint Mary's Memory

My favorite memories are those late nights in the dorms with some of my closest friends in Justin hall. Shoutout to my day one besties!

My Next Chapter

You first heard it here folks...I will make this world a better place!

Clubs and Activities

Meditation Club President
Communication Club Public Relations Officer
Psi Chi International Honor Society

Favorite Quote

"Every day and in every way I am getting better and better" -Brother Camillus

Isabella Corral

Bachelor of Science: Psychology: Child/Adolescent Development

Minor

Communication

Honors

Magna Cum Laude

Hometown

Denver, CO

Clubs and Activities

Women's Club Lacrosse
Psych Club
Psi Chi National Honors Society

Catherine Doran

Bachelor of Arts: Justice, Community, and Leadership: General

Minor

Communication & Law and Society

Hometown

Laguna Niguel, California

Ariana Harr

Bachelor of Science: Business Administration: Marketing

Minor

Communication

Hometown

Moon Township, Pennsylvania

My Greatest Supporters

Thank you to my parents for their endless love and support throughout my time at SMC, and giving me the opportunity to go to SMC. Thank you to my older sister, Esperanza, for being my anchor and always encouraging me.Thank you Jen Herzog, Shelby Perez Daniel McCarthy, and the rest of the NSFP family for believing in me and pushing me through my leadership experience at SMC.

Favorite Saint Mary's Memory

Applying to be a Weekend of Welcome leader (WoWie) at the end of my first year at SMC was the best decision I made. Being involved is what made my experience at Saint Mary's what it was. Being a WoWie not only led me all of my closest friends, but also opened the Saint Mary's leadership path for me. I then had the opportunity to become a Saint Mary's Orientation, which I did for two years.

My Next Chapter

I will be living in Huntington Beach, CA after I graduate, living and spending time with my family as I prepare for my future. I hope to travel and soak in the summer. I also plan to work at my part-time retail job as I look for the perfect marketing position with a company I am passionate about.

Clubs and Activities

Weekend of Welcome Leader 2018-2020
-Co-team Lead for Weekend of Welcome Carnival 2019
-Co-team lead and originator of Weekend of Welcome SMChefs Zoom cooking show 2020
Orientation Leader 2019-2020
Gael Force VP of Marketing 2020/2021
Student Coordinator for Applied Marketing Research Fall 2020
Liturgical Choir 2018-2020
Music for Good Social Media Coordinator 2017/2018

Favorite Quote

"All of us, at some time or other, need help. Whether we're giving or receiving help, each one of us has something valuable to bring to this world"

— Mister Rogers

Alondra Mendoza

Bachelor of Science: Business Administration: Marketing

Minor

Communication

Honors

Magna Cum Laude

Earl W. Smith

Hometown

Fort Bragg, California

Award Bio

Alondra Mendoza is a Business Administration major with a concentration in Marketing and a Communication minor. Throughout her undergraduate career, Alondra was a lead peer mentor for the High Potential Program, the PR and Event Planning intern for the Disney Forum Speaker Series, and the Diversity Dance representative for La Hermandad. In addition, she was a member of the Beta Gamma Sigma and Phi Kappa Phi honor societies. After graduation, Alondra will work at Five9 as a Social Media and Communications intern.

My Greatest Supporters

My greatest supporters are first and foremost my family and friends, as well as the High Potential Program community at Saint Mary's. Without them, I wouldn't be where I'm at today.

Favorite Saint Mary's Memory

My favorite Saint Mary's memory is getting to know and live with my best friends from campus. We've established such close connections that I know we will be friends for life. I also truly enjoyed being a part of the High Potential Program and building such a tight-knit community with my peers and coach.

My Next Chapter

I will be staying home in Fort Bragg, CA, and starting an internship for Five9 as their 2021 Social Media & Communications intern this summer.

Clubs and Activities

High Potential Program Lead Peer Mentor
La Hermandad Diversity Dance Representative
NSFP Weekend of Welcome Leader
TASC Tutor
CILSA Jumpstart Corps Member

Favorite Quote

"God is within her, she will not fall..."

— Psalm 46:5

Ariana Khojasteh

Bachelor of Science: Psychology: Clinical Counseling

Minor

Communication

Honors

Magna Cum Laude

Hometown

Campbell, California

My Greatest Supporters

My mom, dad, older brother Ryan, and all of my friends and professors at SMC!

Favorite Saint Mary's Memory

Being a Weekend of Welcome Leader my Junior year and being a Resident Advisor my Senior year.

My Next Chapter

I will begin a PhD program in Clinical Psychology at Palo Alto University this Fall.

Clubs and Activities

Resident Advisor
Research Assistant
Weekend of Welcome Leader
Peer Conduct Council Member
Psi Chi President
Phi Kappa Phi Honors Society
Psychology Club Co-President
Admissions Volunteer
Senior Week Committee

Favorite Quote

“Take pride in how far you’ve come. Have faith in how far you can go. But don’t forget to enjoy the journey.”

— Michael Josephson

Alexander Riggsby

Bachelor of Arts: Politics

Minor

Communication

Honors

Magna Cum Laude

Hometown

Reno, Nevada

Abigayle Mitchell

Bachelor of Arts: Global Studies

Minor

Communication

Honors

Summa Cum Laude

Dag Hammarskjold
George R. McKeon

Hometown

Hughson, California

Award Bio

Abigayle Mitchell is a Global and Regional Studies major and a Communications minor. She will attend the University of Oregon School of Law after graduation to pursue a degree in International Law, with a focus on human rights and nonprofit work. She served for two years as the captain of the women's cross country and track team.

My Greatest Supporters

My greatest support comes from my family. My mom has always inspired me to believe in myself, knowing that she is in my corner has helped me take risks and achieve things that I never thought were possible. Because of my family, my grandparents, parents, and siblings, I always have a home to come back to and people who will support my dreams. My SMC family has also made a tremendous difference.

Favorite Saint Mary's Memory

I will always cherish the moments that I spent this year with my teammates on the Cross Country and Track team. I was lucky enough to run with an amazing group of women who were resilient, stubborn, and gracious in the face of adversity. As an outgoing senior, I am so proud to have been a part of what we created out of all the challenges we faced this year.

My Next Chapter

This fall semester, I will begin my studies at the University of Oregon School of Law. I will be pursuing a concurrent degree in International Law and Nonprofit Management. I will be living in Eugene, Oregon, so I am moving away from the California sun for the first time! My work will be focused on human rights, and I hope to foster a career in making the world a more equitable place for us all.

Clubs and Activities

Women's Cross Country and Track
Fresh Lifelines for Youth (volunteer)

Favorite Quote

"The hope of the world lies in what one demands, not of others, but of oneself."

— James Baldwin