Resume Book Class of 2014 TABLE OF CONTENTS The following is a guide to the various STM degree programs, with a by-program listing of STM students whose resumes appear in this book in alphabetical order. Master of Arts in Theology and Ministry—The M.A.T.M. is a two-year degree (48 credits)that grounds individuals interested in ecclesial ministry in the areas of scripture and theology studies, pastoral theology, contextual education, and spiritual formation. ERIN BROICH KELLY HUGHES DUONG PHAM, LHC EMELI VALVERDE LAUREN FISH REV. RICHARD KAYIZZI ANGELA SIEGEL HOPE GRIFFIN JOANN MCLAUGHLIN REV. TERUNGWA TOR Master of Social Work/Master of Arts in Pastoral Ministry -The program (65 credits) reflects the University’s mission to educate individuals who are committed to the pursuit of social justice. A specific goal is to develop the skills and credentials necessary to plan, administer and/or provide social services within a local church or church-related agency. Students admitted to the program may expect to receive both the Master of Arts in Pastoral Ministry (M.A.) and the Master of Social Work (M.S.W.) degrees in approximately three years of full-time study. MARGARET COURTNEY ELIZABETH D’ONOFRIO COURTNEY NICHOLS PATRICK REYNOLDS-BERRY Master of Counseling Psychology/Master of Arts in Pastoral Ministry – Graduates with a dual M.A./M.A have completed studies that combine theories and practice in counseling and psychology with studies in religion and exploration of the pastoral dimensions of caregiving. It combines the foundational studies and faculty resources of the existing M.A. in Pastoral Ministry with the M.A. in Counseling Psychology from the Lynch School of Education. Graduates can seek licensing as professional mental health counselors. KARLA ALVARADO JANET GONZALEZ Master of Theological Studies- The M.T.S. is a two-year degree (48 credits) that provides a thorough understanding of theological disciplines. MICHAEL FINOCCHIARO MATTHEW KEPPEL SUSAN PERSCH WILLIAM GREBE ROBERT MYLROIE SCOTT POSSIEL NEIL HUTTON MICHAEL OMLIN MATTHEW SABALAN MICHELLE KEEFE QUENTIN OREM MATTHEW SHALLCROSS JOSEPH VULETICH Master of Divinity – M.Div. graduates have fulfilled the requirements (81 credits) of a three-year program intended for those seeking the comprehensive theological, pastoral, and spiritual formation needed for ordained ministry or lay ecclesial ministry. NICHOLAS COLLURA TONY KRZMARZICK JAVIER SOEGAARD ELIZABETH DETWILER MEGHAN LOVETT JEFFREY WALLACE ANDREA JACKSON JOHN O’DOWD Master of Education—The M.Ed. is a two -year program (44 credits) for those preparing to be religious educators in parishes or schools. JOHN AHEARN SUZANNE BEEBE MOIRA COOK KAYLA GREENWOOD YVONNE RACINE High School Campus Ministry Resume Book 2014 Detwiler, Elizabeth Fish, Lauren Placement Interests Mylroie, Robert Siegel, Angela College Campus Ministry Vuletich, Joseph Ahearn, John Wallace, Jeffrey Detwiler, Elizabeth Fish, Lauren Mental Health Counseling Hughes, Kelly Alvarado, Karla Jackson, Andrea Courtney, Margaret Mylroie, Robert D’Onfrio, Elizabeth Siegel, Angela Gonzalez, Janet Vuletich, Joseph Reynolds-Berry, Patrick Wallace, Jeffrey College Lecturer Ordained Ministry Ahearn, John Kayizzi, Richard Krzmarzick, Tony Terungwa, Tor Omlin, Michael Parish Ministry Cook, Moira Elementary Education Jackson, Andrea Lovett, Meghan Pastoral Ministry Faith Formation Detwiler, Elizabeth Alvarado, Karla Fish, Lauren Collura, Nicholas Jackson, Andrea McLaughlin, Jo Ann Krzmarzick, Tony Nichols, Courtney Wallace, Jeffrey Shallcross, Matthew Valverde, Emeli High School Teaching Pastoral Caregiver/Hospital Chaplain Ahearn, John Collura, Nicholas Finocchiaro, Michael Fish, Lauren Greenwood, Kayla O'Dowd, John Hutton, Neil Valverde, Emeli Keefe, Michelle Keppel, Matthew Play Writing Krzmarzick, Tony Beebe, Suzanne Mylroie, Robert Omlin, Michael Youth Ministry Sablan, Matthew Broich, Erin Shallcross, Matthew Finocchiaro, Michael Siegel, Angela Fish, Lauren Soegaard, Javier Nichols, Courtney Vuletich, Joseph Sablan, Matthew Wallace, Jeffrey John David Ahearn 30846 Catarina Drive Westlake Village, CA 91362 Cell: (818) 489-6597 [email protected] Seeking a position teaching Theology or working in campus ministry Commitment to excellence when it comes to teaching students and a desire to give students a holistic approach to the study of religion. Willingness to work collaboratively with others. Enjoys educating high school or college students and seeing them grow in their faith journeys and learning about the spiritual aspect of their lives. Education: Boston College School of Theology and Ministry: Chestnut Hill, MA o Masters of Education with a concentration in Religious Education: December 2013. University of Notre Dame: Notre Dame, IN o Bachelor of Arts in Theology with a Supplementary Major in Philosophy: May 2011. Teaching Experience: Pre-practicum at Boston College High School o 2012-13 school year o Supervisor: Patrick Tiernan, religious studies teacher at Boston College High School. o In addition to teaching religion, also involved with Campus Ministry and help perform various community service activities with the students and coordinate retreats for the students. Also learning from other staff members on their roles in the school is a top priority. Additional Qualifications: Graduate Assistant at the Center for Ignatian Spirituality at Boston College: February 2013-May 2013. o Supervisor: Fr. Joseph O’Keefe, SJ. o During the semester, involved in researching various Jesuit institutions around the world and work with Fr. O’Keefe in compiling resources on Ignatian Spirituality in order to put on the center’s website. Also participate in focus groups and retreats with students, faculty, and staff throughout the semester. o Working at the center provides the opportunity to further knowledge of Ignatian Spirituality and to help understand it in more detail. Goal is to take this knowledge into future career and help people grow deeper in and learn about Ignatian Spirituality. Seminarian for the Congregation of Holy Cross o 2007-2011: Was a seminarian for the religious order, the Congregation of Holy Cross, for over four years. This was in addition to studies while at Notre Dame. During this time, was involved in various retreats, formation meetings, spiritual direction, common prayer, and daily Mass. Not only was learning theology inside the classroom, but was also living it outside the classroom, as well. Also have experience working in Campus Ministry settings with both high school and university level students. Have participated in a number of retreats throughout high school and university studies. One passion is leading retreats and helping students to grow in their faith and to take a more active approach in their spiritual and religious lives. Relevant Interests: One area of interest involves the mission and identity of institutions of higher education, particularly Catholic institutions. Have taken two courses, Religion and Higher Education and Catholic Higher Education, which discuss the mission and roles of religion in higher education. These courses have enabled an understanding of the mission of not only universities, but also help in understanding the role of religion in any educational institution. KARLA ALVARADO 11 Strathmore Rd. · #3 Brookline, Ma · 02445 · (562) 833-8305 · [email protected] OBJECTIVE: Serve in a position wherein I may bridge my therapeutic and ministerial skills and foster faith and vocational discernment. QUALIFICATIONS: Strong leadership and communication skills; enjoys working with people Organized and able to multitask while being very attentive to details Fluent in Spanish; cultural immersion experiences in Mexico, Ecuador and Spain EDUCATION AND TRAINING: BOSTON COLLEGE CHESTNUT HILL, MA Master of Arts in Mental Health Counseling 2011-Present Master of Arts in Pastoral Ministry LOYOLA MARYMOUNT UNIVERSITY LOS ANGELES, CA Bachelor of Arts in English Literature 2005-2009 Bachelor of Arts in Spanish Language and Literature WORK EXPERIENCE: TRINITY BOSTON COUNSELING CENTER BOSTON, MA Mental Health Counseling Clinical Intern September 2013-Present Offered spiritually-informed psychotherapeutic services to a diverse caseload Provided milieu social/emotional support and therapeutic services to St. Stephen’s Youth Programming Created group therapy curriculums focused on positive relationships, identity development, and self-care BOSTON COLLEGE BRIGHTON, MA Research Assistant May 2012-December 2012 Created and distributed the assessment tool for the “National Study of Catholic Parishes with Hispanic Ministry” Coordinated prompt data collection and assembly Graduate Assistant: Office of the President August 2012-September 2013 Prepared Boston College’s 5th Year Interim Report for the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) Offered administrative assistance and office support Graduate Assistant: School of Theology and Ministry August 2011-May 2012 Coordinated event details for the school’s Latino/a population: o Las Posadas Procession o ViaCrucis (Way of the Cross) o Seminar for ministers working with Hispanic youth Helped to maintain school’s day-to-day functioning—mailings, updating faculty syllabi and newsletters, designing flyers, etc. ILLUMINATION FOUNDATION ANAHEIM, CA Case Manager December 2010-July 2011 Provided outreach and resources to homeless families living in motels in the Orange County area. KARLA ALVARADO 11 Strathmore Rd. · #3 Brookline, Ma · 02445 · (562) 833-8305