Portrait of a Graduate 2015

Portrait of a

Graduate 2015 The next generation of women leaders and innovators take flight to change the world.

Educating Her Since 1882

ACADEMY OF

OUR LADY OF

PEACE FOUNDED 1882

Honor Cords/Stoles The Class of 2015 earned 20 California Scholarship Federation Stoles, 21 California Scholarship Federation Cords, 49 National Honor Society Cords, 8 Honor Thespian Cords, 7 National Art Honor Society cords, and 81 Rho Kappa cords.

Scholarship Spotlight Senior Mary Clare Shen was a National Merit Finalist and she receiveda scholarship to attend Harvey Mudd College, a private residential liberal arts college of science, engineering, and mathematics.

OurMission Statement

The Academy of Our Lady of Peace is a Catholic, liberal arts oriented, college preparatory secondary school dedicated to the education of young women. As a Catholic school, it is committed to helping its students become active participants in building Christ’s kingdom of justice, love and peace. As a school rooted in the values of the Sisters of St. Joseph, it promotes the cultivation of “gentleness, peace and joy” as we respond to the needs of the “dear neighbor” both in our midst and in our human community. Through its

Internships/Research Samantha Faustino - Qualcomm Internship Dana Zapanta - Paid Qualcomm Internship Olivia Palid - UCSD Science Internship; Published Author Elizabeth Farkas - UCSD Supercomputer Science Academy Internship Marissa Gomez - State of CA Distinguished Young Women Delegate Pitrina Gilger - Youth Citizenship Seminar Program

Service to the Dear Neighbor OLP students go above and beyond the service hour requyirement each year, a testament to their committment to the “dear neighbor.” The graduating class of 2015 was required to complete 1,640 hours of service. However, they completed 4,901 hours.

college preparatory program, its mission is to empower its students to become knowledgeable in those skills needed to achieve success in post-secondary studies, and to make informed and values-driven decisions in the context of today’s world. As a result of these endeavors, and working with parents as our educational partners providing a family context of faith-in-action, the Academy of Our Lady of Peace strives to graduate responsible women educated to the needs of society.

ACADEMICS The graduating Class of 2015, 164 students, received 752 offers of admission to 4-year institutions. This includes: three Ivy League schools (Cornell University, Yale, Penn State), Cal Tech, 2 Stanford, 9 Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, 5 UC Berkeley, 6 UCLA, 1 University of Southern California, 2 Colorado School of Mines, 2 University of Notre Dame, Georgetown, and the US Naval Academy.

The OLP Difference

Spiritual Life & Service Learning

$20,740,727 The amount of merit, scholarship and institutional grant aid offered to the Class of 2015

19% OLP is committed to providing all young women access to a Catholic, collegeprepartory education. This year, 19% of the class of 2015 will be the first in their family to attend college.

30% of the class of 2015 plans to major in a STEM field of study

OUR STUDENTS

Founded by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet in 1882, OLP has successfully educated young women for more than 132 years to meet the needs of society.

The OLP Department of Religious Studies operates from the CSJ tradition of “Faith in Action”. The curriculum is rooted in balancing formation with information and is integrated across all disciplines under the guidance of the tradition of the Roman Catholic Church.

With the integration of a Campus Ministry program rooted in student leadership, students are encouraged to engage in their faith and lead others through a vibrant faith experience. Religious studies in the classrooms is complemented with class level retreats for all grade levels. Liturgies are planned by students and led by visiting Priests from all over San Diego Diocese.

Students are required to complete 85 hours of service by the time of graduation, however, most go above and beyond the minimum requirements because the culture of our community is that of serving the “dear neighbor.”

STEAM Curriculum

164

Graduating Seniors

This class also boasts 4 National

Merit Scholars, 1 National Merit Finalist and 5 National Hispanic Merit Scholars.

Received 752 offers of admission to 4-year institutions

66% of the Class of 2015 was

offered at least one scholarship from a college or university

At OLP, we help our students develop the skills necessary to take on any challenge. We offer 47 classes in the STEAM disciplines.

Science, technology, engineering, arts and math (STEAM) subjects are integrated into the curriculum, giving our girls the opportunity to learn and innovate across a variety of disciplines.

We are committed to supporting our the passions of our students and educating the next generation of female leaders and innovators in all fields.

Class of 2015 Lourdes Acosta Claire Acree Tiffany Allen Liana Alvarez Stanford University Texas Christian Dominican University CSU, Channel University of California Islands

Mariana Astiazaran Gutierrez Universidad de Monterrey

Dulce Avina Heredaia ITESM*

Courtney Bahoura Nadia Balin Casey Barbosa Megan Baughman Emily Bekkema Nicole Black Kate Boeh Cuyamaca College Gonzaga University CSU, Chico Marquette University San Diego Mesa Gonzaga University San Diego State College University

Lauren Brown Noah Brown Madison Byron UC San Diego Marymount Manhattan University of College Alabama

Lesly Castro UC Merced

Olivia Alves Haley Antoine Melana Apodaca Julia Angela Arellano Paulina Armenta CSU, Long Beach Cornell University University of Colorado San Francisco State Gap Year at Boulder University

Susana Cafasso Alvarado Southern Oregon University

Megan Cali Cal Poly San Luis Obispo

Khrissa Devon Rebecca Diaz Crystal Doan Oregon State Notre Dame de Namur UC San Diego University University

Abigail Engle Elizabeth Farkas Samantha Faustino Isabella Fimbres Caroline Flagg Taylor Frontiera Violet Garduno Southern Methodist UC San Diego Rhode Island School of MIUA&D** University of Denver San Francisco State San Diego Mesa University Design University College

Marisa Gomez Gabrielle Hadzicki Nika Haleftiras Isabella Halley Fordham University San Diego State California Institute of Yale University University Technology

Talia Hill Ana Hinkledire Miranda Hirmez University of Texas, San Diego Mesa Cuyamaca College Austin College

Artemis Hodoyan Loyola Marymount University

Erin Brown Regis University

Clara Calleran Julia Camara Christina Camarata Ivanna Cano Diana Castillo Villasenor Cal Poly San Luis San Diego Mesa Point Loma Nazarene San Diego State Loyola University Chicago Obispo College University University

Martha Castro Beltran Emma Celeste Andrea Cervantes Stefany Chadkewicz Catherine Chan Alejandra Cisneros Kristen Claunch ITESM* Seattle University San Jose State CSU, Channel UC Irvine Serrano Grand Canyon University Islands San Diego City College University

Julia Covington Alejandra Cruz Rabago Rebecca Cudal Nia de la Pena Ana Paula Del Rio Grossmont College San Diego State Grossmont College California Lutheran CETYS Universidad University University

Gabriela Ashenafi Northwestern University

Carmen Corona CSU, San Marcos

Kristina Cosner Grand Canyon University

Vanessa Dominguez Victoria Doyle UC San Diego University Tennessee

Amanda Gateley Kellie Gerhart Pitrina Gilger San Diego State University of Colorado University of San Diego University at Denver

Laura Handy Lauren Harelson Maria Healy Montalvo Maria Hernandez Elsi Hildebrand Saint Louis University UC Santa Barbara San Diego State New York University Gonzaga University University

Raechel Hill UC Berkeley

Kayla Hofstee UC Los Angeles

Ane Holland St. Olaf College

Tiffany Hsu Bridget Hulburt Anna Ivanjack Katherine Johnson Seattle University University of Portland American University San Francisco University

Hannah Keohane Keara Kirkpatrick Ana Cecilia Larroque Rene Leech Hannah Lewis Marquette University CSU, Long Beach Cal Poly Pomona Marquette University Knox College

Christina Ligi Texas Christian University

Rebecca Lindgren San Diego Mesa College

Leonida Lorja Elizabeth Lumanlan Lindsay Magee San Diego Mesa San Francisco State Gonzaga University College University

Gabriela Maldonado Bridget Mallett Veronica Marquez Sophia MartinMariel Martinez Lauren Mazzeo San Diego Mesa Notre Dame de Namur San Diego State Carloz California College of UC Santa Cruz College University University Grossmont College the Arts

Karen Noriko Miyai Constanza Morellon Daniella Moreno Tori Mullenix San Francisco State San Diego Mesa University of Colorado San Diego Mesa University College at Boulder College

Nadia Nassif Baloyan San Francisco State University

Alexa Ornelas Minette OrtegaNew York University Ounigian Suffolk University

Natalie Panigall Duquesne University

Ana-Sofia Otanez ITESM*

Olivia Palid University of Chicago

Julia Nava Iona College

Jasmine McCarthy Natalia Medina-Meza Jessica Meehan Gonzaga Savannah College of Art Villanova University & Design University

Chilan Nguyen Creighton University

Isabelle Parra Caroline Pearlman Colorado State Loyola Marymount University University

Priscilla Posada-Pedrin Katherine Prevo Genel Querido Fairleigh Quinn Alejandra Ramirez Madalyn Rauh Cynthia Rebeil University of San Manhattan College University of San Grossmont College University of San Diego Grossmont College Wagner College Francisco Francisco

Jordan Robinette Raquel Russo Krista Sacco Abbey Sarnowski San Diego State University of Portland CSU, San Marcos Xavier University University

Riley Stenehjem Jordan Stewart Abigail Suster New York Marymount Manhattan Santa Clara University College University

Renae Sweis Grossmont College

Patricia Miramontes Santa Barbara City College

Huong-Tiffany Nguyen Adriana Olivares Adrianna Oliver San Diego Mesa University of San Santa Clara University College Diego

Sierra Peralto CSU, San Marcos

Arielle Perfecto San Diego State University

Erika Pichardo-Ley Fordham University

Estefania Regalado Selena Reyes Hannah Roach University of San University of Portland Cal Poly San Luis Obispo Francisco

Torrey Schenewerk Karina Scolari Madeleine Seelert Megan Shamoun Mary Clare Shen Natalie Skidmore Creighton San Francisco State Santa Clara University Cuyamaca Harvey Mudd College San Diego Mesa University Univeristy College College

Veronica Talia Andrea Tamer Tyra Trinidad Brenda Trujillo Leah Trusso Isabel Tubao University of San San Francisco State Fordham University Concordia University De Anza College University of Portland Diego University Irvine

Emily Valine Lucia Ventura Coudurier Jade Vidal Christina Villanueva Elizabeth Villanueva Shauna Vorst Kendra Vu San Jose State California College of San Francisco State Cal Poly Pomona San Diego State Purdue University San Diego State University the Arts University University Univerity

Krista Walsh Alejandra Wehber Claire Westermeyer Villanova University Zuniga Southern Methodist Universidad University Iberoamericana

*ITESM: Instituto Tecnologico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey, Ciudad de Mexico **MIUA&D*: Miami International University of Art & Design Anna Williamson Sarah Wreschinsky Cal Poly San Luis University of Obispo Redlands

Shereen Younan San Diego Mesa College

Dana Annemarie Zapanta Palomar College

Congratulations!

THERE’S NO MISTAKING Founded in 1882 by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet (CSJ).

an OLP graduate.

CONFIDENT GIRLS. TRUE LEADERS. DEDICATED ADVOCATES.

Graduation Outcomes As a SPIRITUAL LEADER, a graduate of the Academy of Our Lady of Peace is expected to: Develop an understanding of the spiritual and physical needs of self, society and the world as these are guided by the teachings of the Catholic Church; Cultivate a sense of individual accountability, integrity, responsibility, self-esteem and respect toward others with Jesus as her model, Mary as her inspiration, and Joseph as her guide; Make informed and mature moral decisions; Choose to work toward becoming a whole person able to integrate healthful living and attention to mental, physical and spiritual well-being; Cultivate creative abilities through artistically enriching opportunities for self-expression.

As an ACADEMIC LEADER, a graduate of the Academy of Our Lady of Peace is expected to: Develop an appreciation of learning as a lifelong pursuit and a willingness to diligently follow those academic pathways that will result in a successful transition to college studies; Set realistic goals and expectations in order to achieve specific and measurable outcomes in a multi-disciplinary curriculum; Demonstrate an ability to think logically, critically, and objectively; Communicate effectively both in speech and in writing; Use technology effectively and ethically to improve the learning experience of OLP and to enhance the community.

As a SOCIAL LEADER, a graduate of the Academy of Our Lady of Peace is expected to: Demonstrate an ability to work collaboratively and compassionately in a spirit of friendliness, adaptability, empathy and courtesy; Nurture meaningful interests and participation in co-curricular activities; Foster peace and harmony in interpersonal relationships, and recognize the basic human rights of each person; Assert herself as a young woman with informed and well-supported opinions, and appreciate differing viewpoints through active listening; Acknowledge the world as a globally interdependent society.

As a CSJ LEADER, a graduate of the Academy of Our Lady of Peace is expected to: Achieve “all of which woman is capable” through the recognition, acceptance, and use of personal talents and goals; Understand the CSJ call to become women of heart (femmes de coeur), women of faith (femmes de foi), and women of courage (femmes de courage); Distinguish herself by example in recognizing and valuing the dignity of the “dear neighbor”; Incorporate the CSJ value of community through Peace Education; Embody the CSJ values of excellence tempered by gentleness, peace and joy in furthering the mission of OLP.

The Class of 2015 College Acceptances Abilene Christian University Adams State University The University of Alabama American University Arizona State University The University of Arizona Auburn University Baylor University Boston College Boston University Brandeis University California College of the Arts (San Francisco) California Institute of Technology California Lutheran University California State Polytechnic University, Pomona California Polytechnic State University,

San Luis Obispo California State University, Channel Islands California State University, Chico California State University, Dominguez Hills California State University, East Bay California State University, Fullerton California State University, Long Beach California State University, Los Angeles California State University, Monterey Bay California State University, Sacramento California State University, San Bernardino California State University, San Marcos University of California, Berkeley University of California, Davis University of California, Irvine University of California, Los Angeles University of California, Merced University of California, Riverside University of California, San Diego University of California, Santa Barbara University of California, Santa Cruz University of Central Florida CETYS Universidad Chapman University University of Chicago Clarkson University Clemson University University of Colorado at Boulder University of Colorado at Colorado Springs University of Colorado at Denver Colorado School of Mines Colorado State University Colorado State University Pueblo Concordia College - New York Concordia University - Irvine University of Connecticut Cornell University Creighton University University of Dallas University of Denver DePaul University DePauw University Dominican University of California Drexel University Duquesne University Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Emerson College Emmanuel College Florida State University Fordham University Franciscan University of Steubenville The George Washington University

Georgetown University Gonzaga University Grand Canyon University Harvey Mudd College University of Hawaii at Hilo University of Hawaii at Manoa Hawaii Pacific University Hofstra University Holy Names University Humboldt State University Huntingdon College University of Illinois at Chicago Immaculata University Instituto Tecnologico y de Estudios Superiores

de Monterrey Ithaca College Jacksonville University Johnson & Wales University (Denver) Johnson & Wales University (North Miami) Johnson & Wales University (Providence) Knox College La Salle University University of La Verne Lamar University Lasell College Lehigh University LES ROCHES, Swiss Hotel Association,

School of Hotel Management Louisiana State University Loyola Marymount University Loyola University Chicago Loyola University New Orleans Lynn University Macalester College Manhattan College Manhattanville College Marist College Marquette University Marymount California University Marymount Manhattan College Miami International University of Art & Design University of Michigan University of Mississippi University of Missouri Columbia Montana State University, Bozeman Mount St. Mary’s University (Chalon) University of Nevada, Las Vegas University of Nevada, Reno University of New Mexico New York University Newbury College Northeastern University Northern Arizona University Northwestern University Notre Dame de Namur University University of Notre Dame Occidental College Oklahoma State University Oregon State University University of Oregon Otis College of Art and Design Pace University, New York City Pacific University University of the Pacific Pennsylvania State University University of Pennsylvania Pepperdine University Point Loma Nazarene University

Pomona College Portland State University University of Portland Purdue University University of Redlands Regis College Regis University Rhode Island School of Design Rhodes College Rider University University of Rochester Rutgers University-New Brunswick Saint Joseph’s University Saint Louis University Saint Louis University Saint Mary’s College Saint Mary’s College of California San Diego State University University of San Diego San Francisco State University University of San Francisco San Jose State University Santa Clara University Savannah College of Art and Design School of the Art Institute of Chicago Seattle Pacific University Seattle University Seton Hall University Skidmore College Sonoma State University University of South Carolina University of Southern California Southern Methodist University Southern Oregon University Springfield College St. Edward’s University St. John’s University - Queens Campus St. Lawrence University St. Olaf College St. Thomas Aquinas College Stanford University State University of New York at New Paltz Stonehill College Suffolk University Syracuse University University of Tennessee, Knoxville Texas Christian University The University of Texas, Austin United States Naval Academy Universidad de las Americas Puebla Universidad de Monterrey Universidad Iberoamericana Universidad Panamericana Vassar College University of Vermont Villanova University Wagner College Washington State University Washington University in St. Louis University of Washington Western Washington University Whittier College William Woods University Woodbury University Xavier University Yale University

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