4B
Graduation
THE CATHOLIC SPIRIT • MAY 12, 2011
Miriam Aragon
Erin Pfarr
Cristo Rey Jesuit High School, Minneapolis
Le Sueur High School, Le Sueur
Miriam Aragon plans to attend St. Mary’s University in Winona. She is the daughter of Martina Aquilar and Marcial Aragon and attends Sagrado Corazón in Minneapolis. What is the greatest lesson you learned in high school? Continue your education no matter what! It’s essential for getting a good job. Name one thing you are proud of accomplishing in high school? I am proud I was accepted to my first choice for college. Describe the most significant faith experience you have had during high school. A couple years ago, I was Catholic, but not very into practicing the religion. Then, I went to Mexico and spent time with my uncle who, at the time, was training to become a priest. He helped me strengthen my faith. What book did you read in high school that most changed the way you think and why? “I Am the Messenger” by Markus Zusak taught me that everyone has a mission. Even the most ordinary person has something to accomplish in life. If you could have a conversation with a historical figure, who would it be and why? Jesus. I would have so many questions to ask. What problem in the world most concerns you? How do you think it can be solved? Lack of religion, lack of faith. We need to give God a moment more often. What are the top three things that you hope to accomplish in your life? Bring my grandparents to the United States. Graduate from college. Take my mom to Rome and Jerusalem to see firsthand where Jesus lived.
Erin Pfarr plans to attend the University of Minnesota. She is the daughter of David and Robyn Pfarr and attends St. Anne in Le Sueur. What is the greatest lesson you learned in high school? I learned that setting my goals high and working to achieve them is worth the effort. Name one thing you are proud of accomplishing in high school? I am proud of the growth I have made as a visual artist. What is the most meaningful way you have helped another student or students in your school? I was a role model and mentor to a sixth-grade volleyball player this fall. I encouraged her in her pursuits on and off the court. Describe the most significant faith experience you have had during high school. I always feel close to God when cantoring at church. What book did you read in high school that most changed the way you think and why? “Pride and Prejudice” by Jane Austen changed the way I thought about novels. It opened my eyes to the merits of challenging, classical literature. What can the Catholic Church do to keep you and other young adults engaged in the life of the church? Church youth groups are a great way for young adults to stay connected. What problem in the world most concerns you? How do you think it can be solved? Feeding a growing world population. Agricultural technology has the answer. If you could go back in time five years, what advice would you give yourself? I would tell myself to follow my passions and not be afraid to try new things.