Minor: Performing Arts

Victoria Striebel

Bachelor of Science: Psychology

Minor

Performing Arts: Music

Honors

Summa Cum Laude

Hometown

South Windsor, Connecticut

My Greatest Supporters

To start, I need to give a huge shoutout to all my friends and family that supported me along the way. I also want to personally recognize Sharon Kim, Dr.Julie Ford, Professor Poundstone, Professor Seay-Dashjian, and Professor Vu. Thank you for believing in me and always pushing me to grow. I cannot thank you all enough.

Favorite Saint Mary's Memory

There is most definitely too many to count. If I had to pick one though it would be all the late night laughs I shared in Sabatte 13 with Jill Hubbard, Crystal Monroy, Evelyn Tijero, Emily Conway, and Caroline Escobar.

My Next Chapter

I get to stay a Gael for two more years! Fall 2021 I'm off to the KSOE Counseling Program with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy :)

Clubs and Activities

Chamber Singers
Glee Club
Jazz Choir
Psychology Research Team
Saint Mary's Honor Program
Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society
Mission and Ministry Cantoring

Madeleine Vine

Bachelor of Arts: Environmental Studies

Minor

Performing Arts: Music

Hometown

Sacramento, California

My Greatest Supporters

My greatest supporters would be my parents John and Andrea Vine who have constantly supported me through all my endeavors. My partner and friends I have made along the way here at Saint Mary’s. And lastly my professors Dr. Nekesha Williams, Dr. Julie Ford, and Sharon Lee Kim who provided me with the opportunity to grow and learn throughout my time here.

Favorite Saint Mary's Memory

Getting to live with my best friends my Junior year. Alex Vela, Jiana Limtiaco, Shelby Perez, Celine Calvo, and Amalia Duennas, and myself all lived in Syufy 24. Sadly our time together was cut short due to the pandemic but we had the best times living together on campus.

My Next Chapter

As of right now I will be moving back to Sacramento to spend time with my family and prepare for my future. Whether that be school or heading directly into the work force.

Clubs and Activities

St. Marys College Chamber and Glee Club Member
St. Mary's College Jazz Singers
Weekend of Welcome Leader
Orientation Leader]
Ageno East Hall Resident Advisor
The Council of Areopagus

Favorite Quote

"Nothing is absolute. Everything changes, everything moves, everything revolves, everything flies and goes away."

— Frida Kahlo

Madeline Bird

Bachelor of Arts: Anthropology

Minor

Performing Arts: Dance

Honors

Magna Cum Laude

Hometown

Atwater, California

Mylan Biltz

Bachelor of Science: Biology

Minor

Performing Arts: Music

Honors

Magna Cum Laude

Hometown

Fresno, California

Karina Cabrera

Bachelor of Arts: Communication

Minor

Performing Arts: Music

Honors

Cum Laude

Hometown

East Palo Alto, CA

My Greatest Supporters

I would like to thank my parents, Martha and Cristobal Cabrera, my little brother and my Wita for being my biggest support system, constantly encouraging me to go after my dreams no matter the obstacles. I'd like to thank my Godparents and uncle for their support and last but not least, my dog Khloe for the unconditional love and company she gave me during stressful times.

Clubs and Activities

Saint Mary's College Choir: Glee, Chamber & Jazz singers

Favorite Quote

"Don't be afraid. Be focused. Be determined. Be hopeful. Be empowered."

— Michelle Obama

Katherine Kahler

Bachelor of Science: Economics

Minor

Performing Arts: Theatre

Honors

Summa Cum Laude

Adam Smith

Hometown

Modesto, California

Award Bio

Katherine (Arzella) Kahler entered Saint Mary's intending to double major in Theatre and JCL. An econ course led to her discovering a great interest in economics, and she is now graduating with a BS in Economics and a minor in Theatre. Moving forward, she is considering a career in criminal law or pursuing a graduate degree in Economics.

My Greatest Supporters

This may sound like a cliche, but I mean it with complete sincerity when I say that my family is my greatest support. They have always pushed me to work hard and study hard, but ultimately to just do my best in everything. They have imparted on me the belief that I am capable of anything and that I can do anything I set me mind to. When I need help, they are the ones I turn to.

Favorite Saint Mary's Memory

I have many wonderful memories of my time at Saint Mary's. Perhaps my favorite memory and thing to do is hiking to the cross at night. Whether I am alone or with friends, there is nothing I would prefer to do on campus. There is something serenely beautiful being up there at night looking down on the campus below or up at the stars.

My Next Chapter

Life after graduation is a daunting thing to think about. Some already have a plan for where they are heading next and others may still be figuring things out. I fall into the later category. While I don't have a specific course planned out, I am strongly considering attending law school, obtaining my masters in Economics, or potentially working in the film or theatre industry.

Clubs and Activities

Inter-varsity Christian Fellowship
Theatre
Honors
Gael Force

Favorite Quote

"We know what we are, but know not what we can be"

— William Shakespeare

Jacob Ricafrente

Bachelor of Arts: Economics

Minor

Performing Arts: Music

Honors

Cum Laude

Hometown

WALNUT CREEK, CA

My Greatest Supporters

Without a doubt, my parents Cielo and Neil Ricafrente have supported me through every aspect of life and raised me into the man I am today as well as my sister Sam, and my dog Luna. Special shout out to my professors Roy Allen, Dr. Julie Ford, and Sharon Lee Kim for allowing me to grow and develop. Lastly, I would like to thank the Academy as well as sidewalks for keeping me off of the streets.

Favorite Saint Mary's Memory

My favorite Saint Mary's memory would either be when I traveled to South Africa for the World Choir Games in 2018 with the Saint Mary's College choir or when I studied abroad in Japan for Jan Term 2020. In addition, I will always treasure the infamous "water cooler talks" I had with my boys Michael Prebil, Moises Gonzalez, Ryan Ford, and Trent Cox.

My Next Chapter

Currently, I am working as an Agent at New York Life in San Francisco. I will be staying in Walnut Creek to spend time with my family and friends. At the same time, I am looking to further my career in music on the side and release an album in the future.

Clubs and Activities

Economics Society
KSMC
APASA
Saint Mary's College Chamber Singers
Saint Mary's College Glee Club
Saint Mary's College Jazz Singers

Favorite Quote

Let's go on a little win streak, [what happened today?] it will not matter...and this will be in the past like a ponytail.

— Klay Thompson