Meet the Fellows

Where they come from:

Franciscan University of Steubenville
University of Dallas
Benedictine College
Texas A & M
UCLA
Cornell University
Brown University

Where they go:

Romero Academies
Brillante Academy
Brilla Schools
Maria Bay

Maria Bay

Franciscan University of Steubenville

Major: Elementary Education Major
Minor: Theatre
Hometown: Hartland, WI

Jadaja Britton

Franciscan University of Steubenville

Major: Clinical Psychology
Hometown: Knightdale, NC

Abraham Gavin

Abraham Gavin

Franciscan University of Steubenville

Major: Business
Hometown: Westerville, OH

Isabel Marmol

Isabel Marmol

Franciscan University of Steubenville

Majors: Catechetics and Evangelization; Theology
Hometown: Boston, MA

Connor McCallen

Franciscan University

Major: History
Hometown: Springfield, PA

Sophia Del Mazo

Sophia del Mazo

University of Dallas

Major: History
Minors: Ethics and Ceramics

Hometown: Suwannee, GA

Keira Devlin

Keira Devlin

University of Dallas

Major: Philosophy, pre-medical track
Hometown: Bozeman, MT

Therese Fayard

Therese Fayard

University of Dallas

Major: History
Concentration: Political Philosophy.
Hometown: Metairie, LA

Veronica Kelly

Veronica Kelly

University of Dallas

Major: English
Minor: Spanish
Hometown: Lancaster, MA

Judith Webster

Judith Webster

University of Dallas

Major: Politics with a German concentration
Hometown: Birmingham, AL

Noelle Beach

Noelle Beach

Benedictine College

Major: Elementary Education
Hometown: Concord, CA

Anna Constantino

Anna Constantino

Benedictine College

Major: Philosophy
Minors: Theology and Business Administration

Hometown: Subiaco, AR

Joseph Green

Joseph Green

Benedictine College

Major: Theology
Hometown: Ponder, TX

Gabriel Maday

Gabriel Maday

Benedictine College

Major: Theology
Minors: Philosophy

Hometown: Traverse City, MI

Siena Michael

Siena Michael

Benedictine College

Major: English
Minor: Spanish
Hometown: Rogers, MN

Abigail Starrs

Abigail Starrs

Benedictine College

Major: Elementary Education
Minor: Theology

Hometown: South Riding, VA

Aimee Cisneros

Aimee Cisneros

Texas A&M University

Major: Psychology
Hometown: Grand Prairie, TX

Rachel Ascarate

Rachel Ascarate

University of California – Los Angeles

Major: Physiological Science
Hometown: Orange, CA

Deisy Garcia Rojas

University of California – Los Angeles

Major: Public Health Major
Minor: Applied Developmental Psychology

Hometown: Los Angeles, CA

Elise Tyler

Elise Tyler

University of California – Los Angeles

Major: English
Minor: Education

Hometown: Irvine, CA

Paola Alvarado

Paola Alvarado

Brown University

Major: Computer Science and Linguistic Anthropology
Hometown: San Diego, CA

America Marin

Brown University

Major: Computer Science and Linguistic Anthropology
Hometown: San Diego, CA

Laurence Koodin

Laurence Koodin

Cornell University

Applied Economics and Management
In Progress: Master of Computer Science

Hometown: Suffern, NY

Carrie Bonar

Carrie Bonar

Hillsdale College

Major: Chemistry
Minor: Classical Education

Hometown: Hillsdale, MI

Regina Bonvissuto

Regina Bonvissuto

Christendom College

Major: Philosophy
Hometown: Kingston Springs, TN

Abigail Blair

Abigail Blair

Baylor University

Majors: Philosophy, Mathematics
Hometown: Bloomer, WI

Mary Chittle

Mary Chittle

Marian University

Major: English
Minors: Psychology, Ministry Studies

Hometown: Hendersonville, TN

Ava Doherty

Ava Doherty

University of Minnesota Twin Cities

Major: Psychology
Minor: Developmental Psychology

Hometown: Indianapolis, IN

Emily Gayle

Emily Gayle

University of Iowa

Undergrad: Public Relations
Masters: Sociology

Hometown: Richmond, TX

Isabel Marmol

Isabel Marmol

Franciscan University of Steubenville

Majors: Catechetics and Evangelization; Theology
Hometown: Boston, MA

Bernadette Mercurio

Bernadette Mercurio

Loras College

Majors: Spanish and Secondary Education
Hometown: Barlett, IL

Vanessa Ochoa

Vanessa Ochoa

Marian University

Major: Vocal Performance
Minor: Psychology
Concentration: Vocal Music

Hometown: Warsaw, IN

Denise Sherer

Denise Sherer

Bowling Green State University

Major: Education (Spanish)
Hometown: Sandusky, OH

Clarissa Bisono

Clarissa Bisono

Montclair State University

Major: Family Science and Human Development
Concentration: School Settings

Hometown: Paterson, NJ

Aimee Cisneros

Aimee Cisneros

Texas A&M University

Major: Psychology
Hometown: Grand Prairie, TX

Landon Etheridge

Landon Etheridge

Belmont Abbey College

Major: Elementary Education
Minor: Theology
Hometown: Fremont, NC

Viviana Gonzalez

Viviana Gonzalez

St. Mary’s University

Major: Theology
Hometown: San Antonio, TX

Natalia Reyes

Natalia Reyes

University of Florida

Major: Elementary Education
Minor: Early Childhood Studies

Hometown: Labelle, FL

Alex Stewart

Alex Stewart

Purdue University

Major: Biomedical Engineering
Hometown: Cincinnati, OH

Stephen Strickland

Stephen Strickland

Auburn University

Major: Aerospace Engineering
Minor: Materials Engineering

Hometown: Nashville, TN

Chase Dorsett

Chase Dorsett

Franciscan University of Steubenville

Major: Theology and Philosophy
Hometown: Wichita, KS

Andre Morales

Andre Morales

Christendom College

Major: Philosophy
Hometown: Woodbridge, VA

Sean Roh

Sean Roh

Rutgers University

Major: Computer Science
Hometown: New Milford, NJ

Justin Aderhold

Justin Aderhold

University of Mary

Major: Communications
Minors: Writing, Catholic Studies

Hometown: Great Falls, MT

Rachel Ascarate

Rachel Ascarate

University of California – Los Angeles

Major: Physiological Science
Hometown: Orange, CA

Maria Bay

Maria Bay

Franciscan University of Steubenville

Major: Elementary Education Major
Minor: Theatre
Hometown: Hartland, WI

Noelle Beach

Noelle Beach

Benedictine College

Major: Elementary Education
Hometown: Concord, CA

Gabriela Bott

Gabriela Bott

University of Dayton

Major: Visual Arts
Minor: Theology

Hometown: Columbus, OH

Jadaja Britton

Franciscan University of Steubenville

Major: Clinical Psychology
Hometown: Knightdale, NC

Chris Campo

University of Chicago

Major: Computational and Applied Math; Statistics
Hometown: Gainseville, FL

Anna Constantino

Anna Constantino

Benedictine College

Major: Philosophy
Minors: Theology and Business Administration

Hometown: Subiaco, AR

James Cullen

University of Cincinnati

Major: Secondary Education & History
Hometown: West Chester, OH

Livia Cullen

Livia Cullen

University of Kentucky

Major: History
Minor: Political Science

Hometown:
Fort Thomas, KY

Sophia Del Mazo

Sophia del Mazo

University of Dallas

Major: History
Minors: Ethics and Ceramics

Hometown: Suwannee, GA

Keira Devlin

Keira Devlin

University of Dallas

Major: Philosophy, pre-medical track
Hometown: Bozeman, MT

Kyle Elsner

Kyle Elsner

Ave Maria University

Philosophy & Education
Hometown: San Diego, CA

Therese Fayard

Therese Fayard

University of Dallas

Major: History
Concentration: Political Philosophy.
Hometown: Metairie, LA

Ethan-Fernandes

Ethan Fernandes

Georgia Southern University

Major: Business Marketing
Mino: Music Technology

Hometown: Monroe, NY

Adriana Fiorino

Central Michigan University

Major: Business Marketing
Mino: Music Technology

Hometown: Macomb, MI

Litzi Flores

Litzi Flores

University of Central Arkansas

Majors: Criminology and Sociology
Hometown: DeQueen, AR

Abraham Gavin

Abraham Gavin

Franciscan University of Steubenville

Major: Business
Hometown: Westerville, OH

Joseph Green

Joseph Green

Benedictine College

Major: Theology
Hometown: Ponder, TX

David Kranenburg

University of Illinois Chicago

Major: Applied Psychology
Minor: Education

Hometown: Chicago, IL

Erin Klingenberger

Purdue University

Majors: Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences
Minors: Psychology and Human Development and Family Science

Hometown: Fort Wayne, IN

Laurence Koodin

Laurence Koodin

Cornell University

Applied Economics and Management
In Progress: Master of Computer Science

Hometown: Suffern, NY

Veronica Kelly

Veronica Kelly

University of Dallas

Major: English
Minor: Spanish
Hometown: Lancaster, MA

Rebecca Kaminski

University of Mississippi

Major: Public Policy Leadership
Minor: American Sign Language

Hometown: Georgetown, SC

Elisabeth "Betsy" Lorenz

Bowling Green State University

Major: Political science major
Minor: History
Hometown: Powell, OH

Gabriel Maday

Gabriel Maday

Benedictine College

Major: Theology
Minors: Philosophy

Hometown: Traverse City, MI

Connor McCallen

Franciscan University

Major: History
Hometown: Springfield, PA

Alexander Miguel

Alexander Miguel

Benedictine College

Major: Philosophy
Minors: Theology and Business Administration
Hometown: Subiaco, AR

Victoria Matuszak

Victoria Matuszak

University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign

Major: Social Work
Minor: Psychology

Hometown: Chicago, IL

Robert Mullins

Robert Mullins

Assumption University

Major: Social Work
Minor: Psychology

Hometown: Northford, CT

Emma Newgarden

Seton Hall University

Undergrad Major: Classical Studies and Religion,
Minor: English
Graduate: Theology, concentration Moral Theology

Hometown: Staten Island, NY

Anna Von Holten

Anna Von Holten

Fordham University

Major: English
Minors: Spanish and Theology

Hometown: Brooklyn, NY

Lawrence James-Osondu

Lawrence James-Osondu

University of Kansas

Major: Behavioral Neuroscience
Hometown: Fate, TX

Elise Tyler

Elise Tyler

University of California – Los Angeles

Major: English
Minor: Education

Hometown: Irvine, CA

Abigail Starrs

Abigail Starrs

Benedictine College

Major: Elementary Education
Minor: Theology

Hometown: South Riding, VA

Mary Reimann

Mary Reimann

University of Florida

Major: Family, Youth, and Community Sciences
Minor: International Development and Humanitarian Assistance

Hometown: Oldsmar, FL

Jacinta Sigaud

Jacinta Sigaud

Thomas More College of Liberal Arts

Major: Liberal Arts with
Concentration: Literature and Humane Letters

Hometown: Rockland, ME

Carson Patrick

University of Virginia

Major: Biochemistry Major
Minor: Religious Studies
Hometown: Great Falls, VA

Kristian Powell

Kristian Powell

Fordham University

B.A. Major: Medieval & Renaissance Studies
Minor: Art History
Master: Medieval Studies
Concentration: medieval philosophy and history

Hometown: Averill Park, NY

Ezekiel Pulido

Ezekiel Pulido

Mississippi State University

Major: Software Engineering
Minor: Business Information Systems
Hometown: Toomsuba, MS

Jesus Quiroz

University of North Carolina – Chapel Hill

Major: Biology
Minor: Chemistry
Hometown: Mount Olive, NC

Deisy Garcia Rojas

University of California – Los Angeles

Major: Public Health Major
Minor: Applied Developmental Psychology

Hometown: Los Angeles, CA

Gabriel Wiechert

Gabriel Wiechert

Michigan State University

Major: Political Theory & Constitutional Democracy
Minor: Bioethics
Hometown: Shelby Township, MI

Judith Webster

Judith Webster

University of Dallas

Major: Politics with a German concentration
Hometown: Birmingham, AL

Jasmine Zepeda

Jasmine Zepeda

Grand Canyon University

Major: Elementary Education
Hometown: Fontanta, CA

Justin Aderhold

Justin Aderhold

University of Mary

Major: Communications
Minors: Writing, Catholic Studies

Hometown: Great Falls, MT

Paola Alvarado

Paola Alvarado

Brown University

Major: Cognitive Neuroscience and Music
Hometown: San Juan, PR

Rachel Ascarate

Rachel Ascarate

University of California – Los Angeles

Major: Physiological Science
Hometown: Orange, CA

Maria Bay

Maria Bay

Franciscan University of Steubenville

Major: Elementary Education Major
Minor: Theatre
Hometown: Hartland, WI

Noelle Beach

Noelle Beach

Benedictine College

Major: Elementary Education
Hometown: Concord, CA

Abigail Blair

Abigail Blair

Baylor University

Majors: Philosophy, Mathematics
Hometown: Bloomer, WI

Clarissa Bisono

Clarissa Bisono

Montclair State University

Major: Family Science and Human Development
Concentration: School Settings

Hometown: Paterson, NJ

Carrie Bonar

Carrie Bonar

Hillsdale College

Major: Chemistry
Minor: Classical Education

Hometown: Hillsdale, MI

Regina Bonvissuto

Regina Bonvissuto

Christendom College

Major: Philosophy
Hometown: Kingston Springs, TN

Gabriela Bott

Gabriela Bott

University of Dayton

Major: Visual Arts
Minor: Theology

Hometown: Columbus, OH

Jadaja Britton

Franciscan University of Steubenville

Major: Clinical Psychology
Hometown: Knightdale, NC

Chris Campo

University of Chicago

Major: Computational and Applied Math; Statistics
Hometown: Gainseville, FL

Mary Chittle

Mary Chittle

Marian University

Major: English
Minors: Psychology, Ministry Studies

Hometown: Hendersonville, TN

Aimee Cisneros

Aimee Cisneros

Texas A&M University

Major: Psychology
Hometown: Grand Prairie, TX

Anna Constantino

Anna Constantino

Benedictine College

Major: Philosophy
Minors: Theology and Business Administration

Hometown: Subiaco, AR

James Cullen

University of Cincinnati

Major: Secondary Education & History
Hometown: West Chester, OH

Livia Cullen

Livia Cullen

University of Kentucky

Major: History
Minor: Political Science

Hometown:
Fort Thomas, KY

Keira Devlin

Keira Devlin

University of Dallas

Major: Philosophy, pre-medical track
Hometown: Bozeman, MT

Ava Doherty

Ava Doherty

University of Minnesota Twin Cities

Major: Psychology
Minor: Developmental Psychology

Hometown: Indianapolis, IN

Chase Dorsett

Chase Dorsett

Franciscan University of Steubenville

Major: Theology and Philosophy
Hometown: Wichita, KS

Kyle Elsner

Kyle Elsner

Ave Maria University

Philosophy & Education
Hometown: San Diego, CA

Landon Etheridge

Landon Etheridge

Belmont Abbey College

Major: Elementary Education
Minor: Theology
Hometown: Fremont, NC

Therese Fayard

Therese Fayard

University of Dallas

Major: History
Concentration: Political Philosophy.
Hometown: Metairie, LA

Ethan-Fernandes

Ethan Fernandes

Georgia Southern University

Major: Business Marketing
Mino: Music Technology

Hometown: Monroe, NY

Adriana Fiorino

Central Michigan University

Major: Event and Recreation Management
Mino: Music Technology

Hometown: Macomb, MI

Litzi Flores

Litzi Flores

University of Central Arkansas

Majors: Criminology and Sociology
Hometown: DeQueen, AR

Abraham Gavin

Abraham Gavin

Franciscan University of Steubenville

Major: Business
Hometown: Westerville, OH

Emily Gayle

Emily Gayle

University of Iowa

Undergrad: Public Relations
Masters: Sociology

Hometown: Richmond, TX

Viviana Gonzalez

Viviana Gonzalez

St. Mary’s University

Major: Theology
Hometown: San Antonio, TX

Joseph Green

Joseph Green

Benedictine College

Major: Theology
Hometown: Ponder, TX

Anna Von Holten

Anna Von Holten

Fordham University

Major: English
Minors: Spanish and Theology

Hometown: Brooklyn, NY

Lawrence James-Osondu

Lawrence James-Osondu

University of Kansas

Major: Behavioral Neuroscience
Hometown: Fate, TX

Veronica Kelly

Veronica Kelly

University of Dallas

Major: English
Minor: Spanish
Hometown: Lancaster, MA

Rebecca Kaminski

University of Mississippi

Major: Public Policy Leadership
Minor: American Sign Language

Hometown: Georgetown, SC

David Kranenburg

University of Illinois Chicago

Major: Applied Psychology
Minor: Education

Hometown: Chicago, IL

Erin Klingenberger

Purdue University

Majors: Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences
Minors: Psychology and Human Development and Family Science

Hometown: Fort Wayne, IN

Laurence Koodin

Laurence Koodin

Cornell University

Applied Economics and Management
In Progress: Master of Computer Science

Hometown: Suffern, NY

Elisabeth "Betsy" Lorenz

Bowling Green State University

Major: Political science major
Minor: History
Hometown: Powell, OH

Gabriel Maday

Gabriel Maday

Benedictine College

Major: Theology
Minors: Philosophy

Hometown: Traverse City, MI

America Marin

Brown University

Major: Computer Science and Linguistic Anthropology
Hometown: San Diego, CA

Isabel Marmol

Isabel Marmol

Franciscan University of Steubenville

Majors: Catechetics and Evangelization; Theology
Hometown: Boston, MA

Connor McCallen

Franciscan University

Major: History
Hometown: Springfield, PA

Sophia Del Mazo

Sophia del Mazo

University of Dallas

Major: History
Minors: Ethics and Ceramics

Hometown: Suwannee, GA

Bernadette Mercurio

Bernadette Mercurio

Loras College

Majors: Spanish and Secondary Education
Hometown: Barlett, IL

Alexander Miguel

Alexander Miguel

Benedictine College

Major: Philosophy
Minors: Theology and Business Administration
Hometown: Subiaco, AR

Siena Michael

Siena Michael

Benedictine College

Major: Theology and Philosophy
Minor: Christian Marriage and Family Studies
Hometown: Rogers, MN

Andre Morales

Andre Morales

Christendom College

Major: Philosophy
Hometown: Woodbridge, VA

Robert Mullins

Robert Mullins

Assumption University

Major: Political Science
Minor: Philosophy, Core Texts, Theology

Hometown: Northford, CT

Emma Newgarden

Seton Hall University

Undergrad Major: Classical Studies and Religion,
Minor: English
Graduate: Theology, concentration Moral Theology

Hometown: Staten Island, NY

Vanessa Ochoa

Vanessa Ochoa

Marian University

Major: Vocal Performance
Minor: Psychology
Concentration: Vocal Music

Hometown: Warsaw, IN

Carson Patrick

University of Virginia

Major: Biochemistry Major
Minor: Religious Studies
Hometown: Great Falls, VA

Ezekiel Pulido

Ezekiel Pulido

Mississippi State University

Major: Software Engineering
Minor: Business Information Systems
Hometown: Toomsuba, MS

Kristian Powell

Kristian Powell

Fordham University

B.A. Major: Medieval & Renaissance Studies
Minor: Art History
Master: Medieval Studies
Concentration: medieval philosophy and history

Hometown: Averill Park, NY

Jesus Quiroz

University of North Carolina – Chapel Hill

Major: Biology
Minor: Chemistry
Hometown: Mount Olive, NC

Mary Reimann

Mary Reimann

University of Florida

Major: Family, Youth, and Community Sciences
Minor: International Development and Humanitarian Assistance

Hometown: Oldsmar, FL

Natalia Reyes

Natalia Reyes

University of Florida

Major: Elementary Education
Minor: Early Childhood Studies

Hometown: Labelle, FL

Sean Roh

Sean Roh

Rutgers University

Major: Computer Science
Hometown: New Milford, NJ

Deisy Garcia Rojas

University of California – Los Angeles

Major: Public Health Major
Minor: Applied Developmental Psychology

Hometown: Los Angeles, CA

Denise Sherer

Denise Sherer

Bowling Green State University

Major: Education (Spanish)
Hometown: Sandusky, OH

Jacinta Sigaud

Jacinta Sigaud

Thomas More College of Liberal Arts

Major: Liberal Arts with
Concentration: Literature and Humane Letters

Hometown: Rockland, ME

Abigail Starrs

Abigail Starrs

Benedictine College

Major: Elementary Education
Minor: Theology

Hometown: South Riding, VA

Alex Stewart

Alex Stewart

Purdue University

Major: Biomedical Engineering
Hometown: Cincinnati, OH

Stephen Strickland

Stephen Strickland

Auburn University

Major: Aerospace Engineering
Minor: Materials Engineering

Hometown: Nashville, TN

Elise Tyler

Elise Tyler

University of California – Los Angeles

Major: English
Minor: Education

Hometown: Irvine, CA

Judith Webster

Judith Webster

University of Dallas

Major: Politics with a German concentration
Hometown: Birmingham, AL

Gabriel Wiechert

Gabriel Wiechert

Michigan State University

Major: Political Theory & Constitutional Democracy
Minor: Bioethics
Hometown: Shelby Township, MI

Jasmine Zepeda

Jasmine Zepeda

Grand Canyon University

Major: Elementary Education
Hometown: Fontanta, CA

Maria Bay

Maria Bay

Franciscan University of Steubenville

Major: Elementary Education Major
Minor: Theatre
Hometown: Hartland, WI

Currently serving at Brilla Schools

🏅 Honors Student 👥 Student Leader ✝️ FOCUS Student

Why did you become a Fellow? I am excited to be able to share my Catholic faith with my students at Seton. I believe that Seton will help me in my goal of becoming the best Catholic educator I can be, and I am excited to live in communtiy and pour into my students.

Jadaja Britton

Franciscan University of Steubenville

Major: Clinical Psychology
Hometown: Knightdale, NC

Currently serving at Brilla Schools

🌍 Been on a Mission Trip 👥 Student Leader

Why did you become a Fellow? I want to give my life and heart to something that forms both hearts and minds. I always knew that there was something more and something bigger to the faith, and through college, I saw God work in my education as well as my faith. I’ve seen how many young people in underserved areas are hungry for truth, love, and hope. I maintain a deep conviction to be present with them, not just as a teacher, but as a witness of God’s love.

Abraham Gavin

Abraham Gavin

Franciscan University of Steubenville

Major: Business
Hometown: Westerville, OH

Currently serving at Brilla Schools

🌍 Been on a Mission Trip 👥 Student Leader

Why did you become a Fellow? I am eager to become a Seton Teaching Fellow in order to grow in my faith and to glorify God by using the abilities He has given me to bless others. I see this as a great opportunity to become a more well rounded individual and learn more about myself while developing new skills in an envirnment where people will be pushing me to become the best version of myself.

Isabel Marmol

Isabel Marmol

Franciscan University of Steubenville

Majors: Catechetics and Evangelization; Theology
Hometown: Boston, MA

Currently serving at Romero Academies

👥 Student Leader

Why did you become a Fellow? I feel called to devote a year after graduation fully to service, understanding that this commitment will not be limited to one year, but will shape the way I live and serve for the rest of my life. Living among the community I serve is especially important to me; as Pope Francis reminds us, the shepherd should “smell like his sheep.” It is a profound joy to witness the planting of seeds through education, and I am excited to see the fruit that comes from introducing children to Jesus and helping them recognize God’s love in their daily lives. As a Seton Teaching Fellow, I hope to imitate Christ the Teacher in all that I do, serving with humility, love, and a desire to form both hearts and minds in truth.

Connor McCallen

Franciscan University

Major: History
Hometown: Springfield, PA

Currently serving at Brilla Schools

🌍 Been on a Mission Trip 👥 Student Leader

Why did you become a Fellow? I have a love for knowledge and the truth and a strong desire to teach. I am excited to be an example to students and to invest in their development. I have been lucky throughout my life to have attended Catholic Liberal Arts schools, and when I look back at my own individual formation, I recognize the enormous impact that the teachers had on me growing up. This impact is still flourishing within me today, not only in just the content of what was taught to me but also through my teacher’s demeanor and example as a Catholic man or woman. I want to provide for others what has been provided for me.

Sophia Del Mazo

Sophia del Mazo

University of Dallas

Major: History
Minors: Ethics and Ceramics

Hometown: Suwannee, GA

Currently serving at Brilla Schools

🏅 Honors Student 👥 Student Leader

Why did you become a Fellow? Because of the gift of my own Catholic education, I feel called to share the Catholic faith with others. I am excited to devote myself to mission work for a year after graudation, and I cannot wait to see all that God has in store for me through this year. Additionally, I have always been excited about the prospect of working with children, and I am excited to grow as a teacher this year. 

Keira Devlin

Keira Devlin

University of Dallas

Major: Philosophy, pre-medical track
Hometown: Bozeman, MT

Currently serving at Brilla Schools

🏅 Honors Student 👥 Student Leader

Why did you become a Fellow? I have been blessed to attend a Catholic university and have experienced the joy of a good education. I think the best way I can serve others now is sharing the excitement I have about learning with those who have limited opportunities. I want to bring my excitement about education and my desire to deepen my own faith to this mission.

Therese Fayard

Therese Fayard

University of Dallas

Major: History
Concentration: Political Philosophy.
Hometown: Metairie, LA

Currently serving at Brilla Schools

🏅 Honors Student

Why did you become a Fellow? I am excited to intentionally explore my vocation through service as a missionary with Seton Teaching Fellows. As Catholics, we are all called to share the Word of God; being able to spread God’s love to children through teaching is a blessing that I am honored to participate in.

Veronica Kelly

Veronica Kelly

University of Dallas

Major: English
Minor: Spanish
Hometown: Lancaster, MA

Currently serving at Brilla Schools

🏅 Honors Student 🌍 Been on a Mission Trip 👥 Student Leader

Why did you become a Fellow? I have been lucky enough to have an excitement for learning from a very young age. Not only do I want to be able to help my students to grow in intelligence, confidence, and faith, but I want to bring children to a love of learning which they will always carry. The gift of education is priceless, and I am excited to contribute to the mission of Seton Teaching Fellows by planting seeds of knowledge that will stay with my students for life.

Judith Webster

Judith Webster

University of Dallas

Major: Politics with a German concentration
Hometown: Birmingham, AL

Currently serving at Brilla Schools

🏅 Honors Student 👥 Student Leader

Why did you become a Fellow? I am passionate about learning. From living abroad and learning at international schools, to studying at a classical and Catholic university, these educational and life experiences have exposed me to a more beautiful world. I want to teach and work with students closely to help them love to learn and thereby build a strong foundation for a great life.

Noelle Beach

Noelle Beach

Benedictine College

Major: Elementary Education
Hometown: Concord, CA

Currently serving at Brilla Schools

✝️ FOCUS Student 👥 Student Leader 🌍 Been on a Mission Trip

Why did you become a Fellow? I desire to serve because I want each and every student to feel seen, known, and loved in order to bring them to know the love of their greatest teacher, Jesus Christ. In the words of Pope John Paul II, I desire to serve in order to “give my existence away in love,” and Seton Teaching Fellows is a magnificent instrument to do so.

Anna Constantino

Anna Constantino

Benedictine College

Major: Philosophy
Minors: Theology and Business Administration

Hometown: Subiaco, AR

Currently serving at Brilla Schools

🏅 Honors Student 🌍 Been on a Mission Trip

Why did you become a Fellow? My studies have been shaped and formed by my experience of Catholic education, but more importantly, my heart has been formed after the Heart of Christ. The Catholic faith is the most important thing in the world, and it is needed in society today more than ever. Seton Teaching Fellows is a wonderful opportunity in which I will be able to, through the Lord, share His love and guide others as well as myself in coming to live in His peace. In the past, I would have called helping and serving people on this level as a dream, but today it is so much more than a dream: it is a Christian calling becoming realized through the Lord’s grace.

Joseph Green

Joseph Green

Benedictine College

Major: Theology
Hometown: Ponder, TX

Currently serving at Brilla Schools

🌍 Been on a Mission Trip ✝️ FOCUS Student 👥 Student Leader

Why did you become a Fellow? I have been inspired to be a teacher who is not only a positive male role model, but also a teacher who forms young minds and is passionate about what he is teaching. I think that Catholic education is the only way to teach the entire person — guiding them into the person God created them to be.

Gabriel Maday

Gabriel Maday

Benedictine College

Major: Theology
Minor: Philosophy
Hometown: Traverse City, MI

Currently serving at Brilla Schools

🏅 Honors Student 👥 Student Leader 🌍 Been on a Mission Trip ✝️ FOCUS Student

Why did you become a Fellow? I saw and experienced first hand the importance of having an education that was centered on Jesus and the mission of the Church, and know how necessary it is for the world. I want to be able to give back to the Church and help those who may not typically have this opportunity. At the end of the day, I want to be able to give these kids and families the love of Jesus that I received in my education.

Siena Michael

Siena Michael

Benedictine College

Majors: Theology and Philosophy
Minor: Christian Marriage and Family Studies
Hometown: Rogers, MN

Currently serving at Brilla Schools

👥 Student Leader 🏅 Honors Student 🏃 Student Athlete

Why did you become a Fellow? As a theology and philosophy major, I feel called to share my love and knowledge of the Catholic faith with others in every way I can. I have a deep love for bringing children closer to Christ through education, and am excited by Seton Teaching Fellows’ mission to combine the need for an excellent Catholic education with the witness of young people living out their faith. I am very excited to be a part of this mission, and also to grow in community with my peers. I am excited to take part in the Formation program and to grow in sharing the light of Christ with others.

Abigail Starrs

Abigail Starrs

Benedictine College

Major: Elementary Education
Minor: Theology

Hometown: South Riding, VA

Currently serving at Brilla Schools

🌍 Been on a Mission Trip 👥 Student Leader

Why did you become a Fellow? The more I think about my future, two main desires come up; to live in a Catholic community and to teach. Seton Teaching Fellows not only offers those two things, but it will also challenge me in a way that would be really beneficial for my spiritual growth and also my teaching career. I really desire to be a witness to Christ through the role of teaching and Seton Teaching Fellows offers the support needed to do that.

Aimee Cisneros

Aimee Cisneros

Texas A&M University

Major: Psychology
Hometown: Grand Prairie, TX

Currently serving at Brillante Academy

🏅 Honors Student

Why did you become a Fellow? In Matthew 5:14-16, Jesus tells us that we are the light of the world, and to let our light shine before others so that they can see our good works and glorify God. Jesus came to not only teach, but to transform the world, and in striving to imitate him, I hope to do the same. Even if all I accomplish is planting a small seed of faith in the hearts of children, I will know that I have fulfilled my mission. Jesus said to let the little children come to Him, and I believe that I can answer that call as a Seton Teaching Fellow.

Rachel Ascarate

Rachel Ascarate

University of California – Los Angeles

Major: Physiological Science
Hometown: Orange, CA

Currently serving at Brilla Schools

👥 Student Leader ✝️ FOCUS Student 🏅 Honors Student 🌍 Been on a Mission Trip

Why did you become a Fellow? With Seton Teaching Fellows, I see a new hope for Catholic schools: teachers who are actively practicing the faith and genuinely love it; a coherent educational model grounded in virtue; and an expectation that students will not simply advance to the next grade level, but will pursue excellence and gain confidence in their future. I am thrilled to be able to be a part of this mission.

Deisy Garcia Rojas

University of California – Los Angeles

Major: Public Health Major
Minor: Applied Developmental Psychology

Hometown: Los Angeles, CA

Currently serving at Brilla Schools

🌍 Been on a Mission Trip 👥 Student Leader ✝️ FOCUS Student

Why did you become a Fellow? Like Our Lady, I desire to be a spiritual mother, bringing God’s children closer to Him and pointing others towards Christ in all things. If Christ is asking me to leave everything behind and follow Him, my answer echoes Mary’s fiat. I offer him my dreams, hopes, gifts, and service. I trust that through Catholic education, I can help bring more children to His kingdom, help form them into scholars and, most importantly, into saints.

Elise Tyler

Elise Tyler

University of California – Los Angeles

Major: English
Minor: Education

Hometown: Irvine, CA

Currently serving at Brilla Schools

👥 Student Leader 🏅 Honors Student

Why did you become a Fellow? My desire to pursue service as a Seton Teaching Fellow is led by my passion for giving young students the opportunity to thrive in the community they live. I believe we can make a change anywhere we go, and going on mission means serving the community I’m in by dedicating myself to standing in the shoes of my students. I know that mission takes accountability and dedication. Completely immersing myself in the community I’m placed in is how I can become a part of something larger than myself. Ultimately, my desire to serve as a teacher through Seton Teaching Fellows is led by a motivation to bring Christ to all corners of the world.

Paola Alvarado

Paola Alvarado

Brown University

Major: Cognitive Neuroscience and Music
Hometown: San Juan, Puerto Rico

Currently serving at Brilla Schools

👥 Student Leader

Why did you become a Fellow? I feel passionate about catechizing children in a developmentally appropriate way. Our beautiful Catholic faith is full of very big ideas difficult to grasp, even for adults. It is therefore, an important part of our mission as Catholics to prepare the souls of little children to fully receive the Gospel, as they grow to understand it in more profundity. Letting my students rest their identity in God’s unconditional love for them, and not shying away from any difficult questions that might arise is a good base from which to integrate them into the Church.

America Marin

Brown University

Major: Computer Science and Linguistic Anthropology
Hometown: San Diego, CA

Currently serving at Brilla Schools

Why did you become a Fellow? I became a Seton Teaching Fellow because it brings together two passions that have shaped my life: education and the Catholic faith. Throughout middle school, high school, and college, I sought opportunities to tutor, serve as a teaching assistant, and mentor other students because I love helping others learn and grow. As a lifelong Catholic, I have also remained active in my faith and community. Becoming a fellow allows me to combine these passions by serving students through an authentic Catholic education and helping them grow both academically and spiritually.

Laurence Koodin

Laurence Koodin

Cornell University

Applied Economics and Management
In Progress: Master of Computer Science

Hometown: Suffern, NY

Currently serving at Brilla Schools

👥 Student Leader

Why did you become a Fellow? I see the opportunity to serve as a Seton Teaching Fellow as a huge privilege to get to enter into God’s giving love for His people directly, and to preach the Gospel to the poor. I spent most of my years before Christ lost, searching for meaning and happiness but never finding it. If I could play just a tiny role in one person truly choosing Christ at such a young age, that would be worth everything.

Carrie Bonar

Carrie Bonar

Hillsdale College

Major: Chemistry
Minor: Classical Education

Hometown: Hillsdale, MI

Currently serving at Romero Academies

SEAS Innovation Fellow 🏅 Honors Student 🌍 Been on a Mission Trip

Why did you become a Fellow? I fell in love with the students, the school, and the way of life that is being a fellow. When the Lord has given Himself completely to you, you cannot help but give yourself completely to Him. I found Christ in the students I taught, the community members He gave me, and my co-laborers in the vineyard. When He asked me to remain here with Him for one more year, my only response was yes.

Regina Bonvissuto

Regina Bonvissuto

Christendom College

Major: Philosophy
Hometown: Kingston Springs, TN

Currently serving at Romero Academies

🌍 Been on a Mission Trip 👥 Student Leader 🏃 Student Athlete 🏅 Honors Student

Why did you become a Fellow? I have always had a passion for serving youth in ministry and education and have personally witnessed the incredible fruits of sharing the Gospel to Our Lord’s little ones. I am excited to continue to follow the desires which Our Lord has placed on my heart to be His instrument.

Abigail Blair

Abigail Blair

Baylor University

Majors: Philosophy, Mathematics
Hometown: Bloomer, WI

Currently serving at Romero Academies

🏅 Honors Student 👥 Student Leader ✝️ FOCUS Student

Why did you become a Fellow? I became a fellow because I wanted to live a life oriented toward others and participate in a community dedicated to helping people reach Heaven. While I hope to work in bioethics someday, I felt called first to immerse myself in a way of life that puts faith into action through service, teaching, and authentic relationships. I wanted the opportunity to accompany students, encourage them in their pursuit of holiness and education, and support those who come from difficult circumstances. As a fellow, I hope to serve, lead, and learn from my students, while growing in my own commitment to living out the Gospel in a concrete and meaningful way.

Mary Chittle

Mary Chittle

Marian University

Major: English
Minors: Psychology, Ministry Studies

Hometown: Hendersonville

Currently serving at Romero Academies

🏅 Honors Student 👥 Student Leader

Why did you become a Fellow? I firmly believe that my faith would neither be as strong nor as informed as it is today without my Catholic education. By serving as a Seton Teaching Fellow, I would be blessed with the opportunity to be an integral part of that process for so many young minds and hearts. I feel called to help teach and minister to the next generation of saints. Building a strong catechetical foundation is not only important in growing a deep, personal relationship with God, but it is crucial in having the confidence and ability to explain and defend the Catholic faith.

Ava Doherty

Ava Doherty

University of Minnesota Twin Cities

Major: Psychology
Minor: Developmental Psychology

Hometown: Indianapolis, IN

Currently serving at Brilla Schools

Why did you become a Fellow? I feel called to participate in the mission of Catholic Education as a Seton Teaching Fellow in order to boldly proclaim the faith, specifically to children and underserved populations. I believe that a strong faith foundation, taught effectively through the Holy Spirit, is incredibly important in the lives of all of God’s children. I am excited to form relationships with students and to help them to grow spiritually, personally, and academically. Children have such a light to them, and being able to participate in the teaching of the Catholic Faith and the love of our Lord to the next generation would be a blessing.

Emily Gayle

Emily Gayle

University of Iowa

Undergrad: Public Relations
Masters: Sociology

Hometown: Richmond, TX

Currently serving at Romero Academies

🌍 Been on a Mission Trip 🏅 Honors Student ✝️ FOCUS Student

Why did you become a Fellow? I feel called to serve as a Seton Teaching Fellow because I want to give my life and heart to something that forms both hearts and minds. I always knew that there was something more and something bigger to the faith, and through college, I saw God work in my education as well as my faith. I’ve seen how many young people in underserved areas are hungry for truth, love, and hope, and I feel a deep conviction to be present with them, not just as a teacher but as a witness of God’s love.

Bernadette Mercurio

Bernadette Mercurio

Loras College

Majors: Spanish and Secondary Education
Hometown: Barlett, IL

Currently serving at Romero Academies

🏅 Honors Student 👥 Student Leader ✝️ FOCUS Student

Why did you become a Fellow? I feel called serve as a Seton Teaching Fellow because I love serving others, especially through education. No matter what age I teach, I can be Jesus’s hands and feet. I desire to know Jesus more through His disciples. I want to give back the Catholic education I’ve generously received. My Catholic education formed me in the faith, and I want that gift for others.

Vanessa Ochoa

Vanessa Ochoa

Marian University

Major: Vocal Performance
Minor: Psychology
Concentration: Vocal Music

Hometown: Warsaw, IN

Currently serving at Romero Academies

🌍 Been on a Mission Trip 👥 Student Leader

Why did you become a Fellow? I feel called to participate in the mission of Catholic education by serving as a Seton Teaching Fellow because I have a deep love for both teaching and the Catholic faith. I would be honored to share the light of Christ with students and to help form them intellectually, morally, and spiritually. Teaching has always brought me great joy, and the opportunity to unite my passion for education with my desire to share the faith is one that deeply excites me.

Denise Sherer

Denise Sherer

Bowling Green State University

Major: Education (Spanish)
Hometown: Sandusky, OH

Currently serving at Romero Academies

👥 Student Leader 🏅 Honors Student

Why did you become a Fellow? I want to be able to evangelize to others by teaching and serving others. I was just confirmed Catholic this year, and I want to help clear up the misconceptions of Catholicism and lead others to the faith like my Catholic friends have led me. I am excited to use my degree in education to do so!

Clarissa Bisono

Clarissa Bisono

Montclair State University

Major: Family Science and Human Development
Concentration: School Settings

Hometown: Paterson, NJ

Currently serving at Brillante Academy

🏅 Honors Student 👥 Student Leader ✝️ FOCUS Student 🌍 Been on a Mission Trip

Why did you become a Fellow? The mission of bringing the Catholic faith to schools is very important because most of our kids are not growing up with the message of God’s love for them and the truth of the gospel. I feel called to serve as a Seton Teaching Fellow because I have the great desire to bring the message of love to students, even with the smallest things. I am excited to serve on mission and teaching brings me a lot of joy.

Landon Etheridge

Landon Etheridge

Belmont Abbey College

Major: Elementary Education
Minor: Theology

Hometown: Fremont, NC

Currently serving at Brillante Academy

👥 Student Leader ✝️ FOCUS Student 🌍 Been on a Mission Trip

Why did you become a Fellow? It has been very inspiring to hear about the focus on the nature and image of Jesus as the Good Teacher that Seton Teaching Fellows makes a central concept. Jesus, as the Good Teacher, inspired me to pursue the vocation of teaching along with my regular volunteer opportunities with children. The mission of the organization to provide Catholic education to socio-economically challenged communities is a beautiful service that I am honored to be a part of.

Viviana Gonzalez

Viviana Gonzalez

St. Mary’s University

Major: Theology
Hometown: San Antonio, TX

Currently serving at Brillante Academy

SEAS Innovation Fellow 👥 Student Leader

Why did you become a Fellow? My first year as a fellow has truly changed my life. Through prayer and my experiences at Brillante Academy, I felt the Lord calling me to stay for another year. I have also felt inspired to create a First Holy Communion curriculum after hearing from many families who desire for their children to receive all of their sacraments.

Natalia Reyes

Natalia Reyes

University of Florida

Major: Elementary Education
Minor: Early Childhood Studies

Hometown: Labelle, FL

Currently serving at Brillante Academy

✝️ FOCUS Student

Why did you become a Fellow? I have a deep desire to follow the Lord and all that He asks of me. I believe that throughout my college years, the Lord has been preparing me to answer His call to follow Him, be His hands and feet, and love the little children and all those I encounter.

Alex Stewart

Alex Stewart

Purdue University

Major: Biomedical Engineering
Hometown: Cincinnati, OH

Currently serving at Brillante Academy

🏅 Honors Student ✝️ FOCUS Student

Why did you become a Fellow? Spreading the Word of God is most needed in this world. I have realized that in my gap year (and possibly beyond) I am called to spread the faith to as many people as I can.

Stephen Strickland

Stephen Strickland

Auburn University

Major: Aerospace Engineering
Minor: Materials Engineering

Hometown: Nashville, TN

Currently serving at Brillante Academy

🏅 Honors Student 👥 Student Leader ✝️ FOCUS Student 🌍 Been on a Mission Trip

Why did you become a Fellow? Because of the profound impact Catholic education has had on my life and my formation into a young Catholic man, I would love to repay the favor and pass along to a younger generation what was given to me.

Chase Dorsett

Chase Dorsett

Franciscan University of Steubenville

Major: Theology and Philosophy
Hometown: Wichita, KS

Currently serving at Seton at Little Flower

👥 Student Leader 🌍 Been on a Mission Trip

Why did you become a Fellow? I have served with Vagabond Missions for the past two-and-a-half years and absolutely love urban ministry. I would like to pursue education and think this is a great combination of multiple passions of mine. While I have not taught in a formal setting before, I have gained so much joy from teaching OCIA classes. This would be a great chance to learn how to operate best in a classroom.

Andre Morales

Andre Morales

Christendom College

Major: Philosophy
Hometown: Woodbridge, VA

Currently serving at Seton at Little Flower

Why did you become a Fellow? I became a Seton Teaching Fellow because I have come to realize that a Catholic education is one of the greatest gifts a person can receive in this lifetime. It has the power to form not only the mind but also the heart, helping young people grow in faith, virtue, and a relationship with Jesus Christ. I am grateful for the ways my own faith has been shaped, and I want to help make that same gift available to others.

Sean Roh

Sean Roh

Rutgers University

Major: Computer Science
Hometown: New Milford, NJ

Currently serving at Seton at Little Flower

Why did you become a Fellow? I became a Seton Teaching Fellow because I want to help young people fall in love with Jesus Christ and experience the fullness of the Catholic faith. I know that strong faith is built on strong formation, and I have seen how many people drift away from the Church. As a fellow, I hope to make the richness of the Catholic faith engaging and accessible for children while preserving its depth and beauty. I want to help them develop the knowledge, confidence, and devotion they need to encounter the secular world with grace and remain rooted in Christ. My hope is that they will one day strengthen the Church through their families, parishes, and communities, giving glory to God and living out the fruits of the Holy Spirit throughout their lives.because they never received a solid foundation in their youth. I wanted to be part of changing that.

Justin Aderhold

Justin Aderhold

University of Mary

Major: Communications
Minors: Writing, Catholic Studies

Hometown: Great Falls, MT

Currently serving at Brilla Schools

✝️ FOCUS Student

Why did you become a Fellow? I feel called to Seton Teaching Fellows because of my desire to evangelize and my passion for helping the world’s youth. A highly effective way to support young people is through education. Through Seton Teaching Fellows, I will have a very unique and beautiful opportunity to help young people in a very practical way through teaching, as well as offering the ability to evangelize in the after-school program.

Gabriela Bott

Gabriela Bott

University of Dayton

Major: Visual Arts
Minor: Theology

Hometown: Columbus, OH

Currently serving at Brilla Schools

🌍 Been on a Mission Trip 👥 Student Leader

Why did you become a Fellow? I have seen how the environments in which we are surrounded can impact our faith. I desire to cultivate and foster a community in which youth can boldly live their faith and come to know of the love with which they were created. I am excited to support the spiritual, academic, and overall wellbeing of students through servant leadership on a daily basis and in an ordinary part of their life. It is vital that students are supported in daily, ordinary life and come to know that even in the mundane, Jesus is present in joyous and beautiful ways!

Chris Campo

University of Chicago

Major: Computational and Applied Math; Statistics
Hometown: Gainseville, FL

Currently serving at Brilla Schools

👥 Student Leader ✝️ FOCUS Student

Why did you become a Fellow? I said yes to becoming a Seton Teaching Fellow because I feel called to serve others through teaching and to continue growing in my faith. Over the last six months, my life has been transformed by a deeper relationship with God, daily prayer, Scripture, and a vibrant Catholic community. Through prayer and discernment, I’ve come to see that the greatest joy comes from serving others. Seton Teaching Fellows offers a unique opportunity to live that out through meaningful work with students, intentional Catholic community, and a vibrant Formation program. I am excited to grow as teacher, the opportunity to accompany students in their own growth, and the chance to learn from a community of people committed to serving Christ.

James Cullen

James Cullen

University of Cincinnati

Major: Secondary Education & History
Hometown: West Chester, OH

Currently serving at Brilla Schools

👥 Student Leader ✝️ FOCUS Student

Why did you become a Fellow? Every child should be taught with love and given the chance to develop the skills needed to succeed in college. This is why I am so passionate about not just Catechesis but also the need to have teachers that push students to be their absolute best both morally and academically. All students can succeed, academically and spiritually, and I am excited to walk a part of their journey with them.

Livia Cullen

Livia Cullen

University of Kentucky

Major: History
Minor: Political Science

Hometown:
Fort Thomas, KY

Currently serving at Brilla Schools

👥 Student Leader ✝️ FOCUS Student

Why did you become a Fellow? I believe that every child deserves an education formed by a coherent vision of who they are and why they matter, and Catholic education offers that in a way that a secular education cannot. Serving as a Seton Teaching Fellow appeals to me because it integrates mission and community, allowing me to fully live out my faith and teach.

Kyle Elsner

Kyle Elsner

Ave Maria University

Philosophy & Education
Hometown: San Diego, CA

Currently serving at Brilla Schools

👥 Student Leader 🌍 Been on a Mission Trip

Why did you become a Fellow? I want to live the faith well in my teaching and coaching, and to impact young people for the better. I am excited to bring goodness to their life and at the same time bringing them closer to heaven. Seton Teaching Fellows caters towards exactly what I feel called to do — which is working to teach the underprivileged children of our world while using the faith as our guide.

Ethan-Fernandes

Ethan Fernandes

Georgia Southern University

Major: Business Marketing
Mino: Music Technology

Hometown: Monroe, NY

Currently serving at Brilla Schools

🏅 Honors Student 👥 Student Leader ✝️ FOCUS Student 🌍 Been on a Mission Trip

Why did you become a Fellow? In the Catholic tradition, Truth, Beauty, and Goodness all lead us to Christ, and each helps us discover the fullness found in the others. For me, beauty has been the primary path. It has often been through encounters with beauty that I have come to know truth and goodness more deeply. I am excited for the opportunity to experience this beauty in a new way and, God willing, to share it with others in a place where I believe faith has the power to move mountains.

Adriana Fiorino

Central Michigan University

Major: Event Recreation Management
Minor: Management

Hometown: Macomb, MI

Currently serving at Brilla Schools

👥 Student Leader ✝️ FOCUS Student

Why did you become a Fellow? My decision to become a Seton Teaching Fellow was rooted in a desire that I have had my whole life: to do something greater than myself. My passion for non-profit and volunteer work was one I pursued heavily throughout my time in college, and when I started my journey to become fully initiated in the Catholic Church this spring, I quickly realized that I wanted to channel this passion into growing my faith and sharing that faith with others. Seton gives individuals a unique opportunity to do exactly that while living in a new city and joining a community of other young Catholics. Knowing this, my “yes” to their mission was simple.

Litzi Flores

Litzi Flores

University of Central Arkansas

Majors: Criminology and Sociology
Hometown: DeQueen, AR

Currently serving at Brilla Schools

🏅 Honors Student 👥 Student Leader

Why did you become a Fellow? I have realized that the greatest fulfillment comes from serving others. Hearing about Seton Teaching Fellows felt like an answered prayer. It is an amazing opportunity that combines two of my favorite things, faith and service. I feel called because I have a heart for service and love for education. The program is an amazing opportunity to serve others and gain so much. I will not only have the opportunity to teach the children but also learn from the children.

David Kranenburg

University of Illinois Chicago

Major: Applied Psychology
Minor: Education

Hometown: Chicago, IL

Currently serving at Brilla Schools

🌍 Been on a Mission Trip ✝️ FOCUS Student

Why did you become a Fellow? I am someone who has always been very passionate about equal access to education for people of all backgrounds. I love education and teaching, and I hope to serve the people in the communities served by STF with the same joy and enthusiasm that the Gospel gives me.

Erin Klingenberger

Purdue University

Majors: Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences
Minors: Psychology and Human Development and Family Science

Hometown: Fort Wayne, IN

Currently serving at Brilla Schools

🏅 Honors Student 👥 Student Leader ✝️ FOCUS Student 🌍 Been on a Mission Trip

Why did you become a Fellow? In the Catholic tradition, Truth, Beauty, and Goodness all lead us to Christ, and each helps us discover the fullness found in the others. For me, beauty has been the primary path. It has often been through encounters with beauty that I have come to know truth and goodness more deeply. I am excited for the opportunity to experience this beauty in a new way and, God willing, to share it with others in a place where I believe faith has the power to move mountains.

Rebecca Kaminski

University of Mississippi

Major: Public Policy Leadership
Minor: American Sign Language

Hometown: Georgetown, SC

Currently serving at Brilla Schools

🏅 Honors Student 👥 Student Leader 🌍 Been on a Mission Trip

Why did you become a Fellow? The moments of self-gift, where I pour myself out completely, are paradoxically the ones that fill me with the most life. This past summer when teaching, I found that it was a continuous call of self-gift and out-pouring love in service of others. What I found was though this kind of service is not always easy, it is profoundly fulfilling. The Seton Teaching Fellows program feels like a natural continuation of that call.

Elisabeth "Betsy" Lorenz

Bowling Green State University

Major: Political science major
Minor: History
Hometown: Powell, OH

Currently serving at Brilla Schools

👥 Student Leader ✝️ FOCUS Student 🌍 Been on a Mission Trip

Why did you become a Fellow? The youth in this world, especially in this time need to know the love of Christ more than ever, which is something I deeply desire to help with. The value of an education cannot be underestimated and the ability to share the gospel with those in need is something that deeply moves and inspires me. I seek to be challenged more in mission as well.

Alexander Miguel

Alexander Miguel

Florida State University

Major: International Affairs and Religious Studies
Hometown: Tampa, FL

Currently serving at Brilla Schools

🏅 Honors Student 👥 Student Leader ✝️ FOCUS Student

Why did you become a Fellow? I joined Seton because of my desire to help address the catechesis crisis. I want to help children come to know God more deeply so that they can love Him more fully. My hope is that, through a stronger intellectual understanding of the faith, they will develop a lasting relationship with God and remain rooted in the faith throughout their adult lives.

Victoria Matuszak

Victoria Matuszak

University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign

Major: Social Work
Minor: Psychology

Hometown: Chicago, IL

Currently serving at Brilla Schools

🏅 Honors Student 👥 Student Leader 🌍 Been on a Mission Trip

Why did you become a Fellow? My parents instilled the importance of serving others through various volunteering experiences that we had growing up. These values have led me to pursue service on my college campus and even in Ukraine. All of these experiences have left me feeling fulfilled and have helped me to grow in my professional development and in my spiritual life. Because of these experiences and values, I feel called to participate in the mission of Catholic Education by serving as a Seton Teaching Fellow.

Robert Mullins

Robert Mullins

Assumption University

Major: Political Science
Minors: Philosophy, Core Texts, Theology

Hometown: Northford, CT

Currently serving at Brilla Schools

🏅 Honors Student 👥 Student Leader >

Why did you become a Fellow? One of the most important aspects of my taking the faith seriously was when I encountered theology and church history classes in high school. I believe that qualified teachers with zeal and patience would continue the momentum that the current Christian revival is building.

Emma Newgarden

Seton Hall University

Undergrad Major: Classical Studies and Religion,
Minor: English
Graduate: Theology, concentration Moral Theology

Hometown: Staten Island, NY

Currently serving at Brilla Schools

🏅 Honors Student 👥 Student Leader ✝️ FOCUS Student 🌍 Been on a Mission Trip

Why did you become a Fellow? Serving as a Seton Teaching Fellow would be an opportunity to bear good fruit of my studies, allowing me to grow the practical skills needed to be an effective religion teacher, while also fostering my ongoing journey of growth in love for the Lord. I feel that the Lord is calling me to make a change, to be bold and trust that if He is really calling me to a career that for me was once far out of my comfort zone, He will equip me for it.

Anna Von Holten

Anna Von Holten

Fordham University

Major: English
Minors: Spanish and Theology

Hometown: Brooklyn, NY

Currently serving at Brilla Schools

🏅 Honors Student 👥 Student Leader

Why did you become a Fellow? I want to continue to love God in a more intentional way, to spend time to grow where He plants me through meaningful work and devotion. The loving community of the Seton Teaching Fellows and the schools they serve offers the space for this deep reflection about my spiritual and professional vocation as a Catholic educator. I know I will look back on this year of service as one that formed me into the servant of God that I hope to be.

Lawrence James-Osondu

Lawrence James-Osondu

University of Kansas

Major: Behavioral Neuroscience
Hometown: Fate, TX

Currently serving at Brilla Schools

🏅 Honors Student 👥 Student Leader ✝️ FOCUS Student 🌍 Been on a Mission Trip

Why did you become a Fellow? Upon much prayer, reflection, and council I believe that Seton Teaching Fellows will be very fruitful for me and the people I serve. I have had a desire to teach for a while, particularly in the demographic that Seton serves. I believe that these years of schooling are some of the most influential of a child’s life, and I would love to be apart of their journey.

Mary Reimann

Mary Reimann

University of Florida

Major: Family, Youth, and Community Sciences
Minor: International Development and Humanitarian Assistance

Hometown: Oldsmar, FL

Currently serving at Brilla Schools

🏅 Honors Student 👥 Student Leader ✝️ FOCUS Student

Why did you become a Fellow? I was a recipient of Catholic education for fourteen years, and I’m deeply grateful for the impact it’s had on my life. My Catholic education – especially the teachers that brought me closer to Christ – acts as the foundation for my adult faith. The opportunity to provide youth across the country with a similar foundation for their faith is one that I simply cannot ignore.

Jacinta Sigaud

Jacinta Sigaud

Thomas More College of Liberal Arts

Major: Liberal Arts with
Concentration: Literature and Humane Letters

Hometown: Rockland, ME

Currently serving at Brilla Schools

🏅 Honors Student 🌍 Been on a Mission Trip

Why did you become a Fellow? I feel called to this work because I value the relational aspect of teaching. Catholic education emphasizes the whole person, and that means building strong, supportive relationships with students by encouraging them, challenging them, and walking with them as they grow. I want to be the kind of teacher who helps students believe in their own potential while guiding them toward lives of integrity and meaning.

Carson Patrick

University of Virginia

Major: Biochemistry Major
Minor: Religious Studies

Hometown: Great Falls, VA

Currently serving at Brilla Schools

✝️ FOCUS Student

Why did you become a Fellow? I feel called to serve as a Seton Teaching Fellow because it combines my love of teaching and desire to be a mentor to today’s youth. I often notice my own shortcomings as a mentor, and I am excited to join Seton Teaching Fellows and participate an organization that can foster the growth I need. The fact that Seton is Christ-centered is indispensable to the mission of building up the youth, and I am excited to grow both as a teacher and a servant of God. Finally, the opportunity to live together with fellow Catholic young adults appeals to and excites me. When I was considering what God might be calling me towards post-college, this combination of opportunities at Seton Teaching Fellows immediately stood out to me.

Kristian Powell

Kristian Powell

Fordham University

B.A. Major: Medieval & Renaissance Studies
Minor: Art History
Master: Medieval Studies
Concentration: medieval philosophy and history

Hometown: Averill Park, NY

Currently serving at Brilla Schools

🏅 Honors Student 👥 Student Leader

Why did you become a Fellow? I am passionate about the idea of being able to form bonds with students and leaving a lasting impression on those I teach. Since converting to Catholicism, it has been my desire to form these bonds and create a legacy within my own faith community. My Catholic faith has given me everything, and I am motivated to give everything I can back to the Church and her faithful for the greater Glory of God.

Ezekiel Pulido

Ezekiel Pulido

Mississippi State University

Major: Software Engineering
Minor: Business Information Systems

Hometown: Toomsuba, MS

Currently serving at Brilla Schools

👥 Student Leader ✝️ FOCUS Student

Why did you become a Fellow? The Catholic faith has changed my life for the better and I feel that this year of service is this missing peace along my journey. I absolutely love Seton Teaching Fellow’s mission: to bring the faith to the underserved. I love being around kids and I know that teaching the faith to others will only strengthen mine.

Jesus Quiroz

University of North Carolina – Chapel Hill

Major: Family Science and Human Development
Concentration: School Settings

Hometown: Paterson, NJ

Currently serving at Brilla Schools

👥 Student Leader

Why did you become a Fellow? I believe that my faith and lessons learned through life will inspire and benefit both my students and my fellow community members. As a hispanic, I hope to inspire other minority students to believe that they too can achieve academic excellence by being an example to them through my own past.

Gabriel Wiechert

Gabriel Wiechert

Michigan State University

Major: Political Theory & Constitutional Democracy
Minor: Bioethics
Hometown: Shelby Township, MI

Currently serving at Brilla Schools

🏅 Honors Student 👥 Student Leader

Why did you become a Fellow? I am specifically passionate about serving in the Primary and Secondary education setting because of the amount of formation that a student goes through during this time in their life. When I was in high school, I had acts of Christ-like love from teachers who truly changed my life for the better. Additionally, I have had the opportunity to work with elementary-aged students in a childcare setting. In both cases, the aspect that most stood out to me is the positive impact that a teacher can make on a student. I am honored to have the opportunity to have that impact on a student.

Jasmine Zepeda

Jasmine Zepeda

Grand Canyon University

Major: Elementary Education
Hometown: Fontanta, CA

Currently serving at Brilla Schools

Why did you become a Fellow? From a young age, I have felt a strong calling to teach—particularly to serve communities most in need of compassionate, dedicated educators. My lifelong passion for education and faith led me to choose Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton as my confirmation saint, as she exemplifies the kind of teacher I aspire to be. When I discovered Seton Teaching Fellows, I immediately felt a deep sense of purpose and calling. My greatest desire is to share the Catholic faith while educating and nurturing young minds. I aim to teach children foundational skills like reading, writing, and mathematics, but above all, I strive to facilitate real relationships between my students and the Lord.

Carolyn Bonar

Hillsdale College

Major: Chemistry
Hometown: Hillsdale, MI

Why did you become a Fellow? Evangelization can come in many forms, from leading a Bible study to inviting students to play hacky sack after Mass. The variety of ways there are to spread the Gospel is something that really excites me! Seton Teaching Fellows are in a position to encounter children and families in a very direct and intentional way. In addition to serving as role models for these kids, the fellows are given the special opportunity to teach the kids about God’s amazing creation. There is so much potential to spread God’s Love through teaching!