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UNDER
GRAD
UATES

2023 Leadership
Members of the Student Board are the undergraduate leaders of the HCC. They work closely with the Chaplain and staff to organize all of the programming and events each year.

Tresor Nshimiye
President
Harvard University Class of 2024
A.B. Candidate in Philosophy
Tresor is a junior in Lowell House studying Philosophy and is “just a kid from Akron.” He enjoys nature walks, classical music, and enthusiastic theological discussions. As President, he is excited to share alongside the HCC community Christ’s love to all.

Isaac Jirak
Formation Chair
Harvard University Class of 2025
A.B. Candidate in Mechanical Engineering
Isaac, coming from the countryside of Kansas, is a sophomore in Dunster House studying Mechanical Engineering. In his spare time, he may be found learning an instrument, reading philosophy, or wandering away from the hiking trail. He considers himself blessed to have the HCC and eagerly looks forward to sharing Christ's mission with others.

Azul Marmolejo Rubio
Fellowship Chair
Harvard University Class of 2025
A.B. Candidate in History of Science and Government
Azul Marmolejo is a sophomore at Eliot studying History of Science and Government deeply interested in bioethics and loves having conversations about the sanctity of life, family, and the importance of faith. She is originally from San Diego, California, a cradle Catholic and a faithful admirer of St. John Paul II and St. Mother Theresa of Calcutta. Azul is looking forward to serving her fellow students and helping create a Harvard Catholic community where everyone can develop long-lasting friendships that lead toward sanctity.

Fadzai Ngwerume
Treasurer
Harvard University Class of 2024
A.B. Candidate in Molecular & Cellular Biology
Fadzai is a junior in Leverett House studying Molecular & Cellular Biology. She was born in Zimbabwe, but grew up in South Africa. She is a recent convert to Catholicism and is grateful to be able to call the Catholic Church home. During her free time she enjoys reading, painting, drawing and playing the piano. Fadzai is excited to serve on the board this year and help build the wonderful community at the HCC.

Kathryn Gagnon
Service Chair
Harvard University Class of 2025
A.B. Candidate in Applied Mathematics
Kathryn Gagnon is a sophomore in Leverett House studying Applied Mathematics who hails from the small town of Cornwall, NY in the beautiful Hudson Valley. She enjoys soccer, movies, quality time with her 9 siblings, and late night problem-set parties at the HCC. She is grateful for the opportunity to serve on the Student Board, and excited for the blessings in store!

Dr. Karin Öberg
Faculty Advisor
Professor of Astronomy
Visit Professor Öberg's lab website: karinoberg.cfa.harvard.edu
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