Certificate Recipients Celebrate Experiential Learning Success on the Hoval

On May 4, 2026, the Hoval came alive during the annual Certificate Social hosted by the Ciocca Center and The Donelan Office. Hundreds gathered for the celebration of the accomplished students who completed their Experiential Learning Certificates at Holy Cross this year. The event marked a special milestone, as it was the first year honoring seniors graduating from the Social Action and Civic Leadership Certificate offered by the Donelan Office and the introduction of the new Social Entrepreneurship Certificate through the Ciocca Center. This expansion reflects the College’s commitment to providing students with high-impact experiential learning opportunities that blend a liberal arts education with career readiness.

The atmosphere was both festive and meaningful as students from across different certificate programs came together to celebrate their shared experience. With music filling the air and food truck favorites from Braised Tacos and Donut Lab, the event provided a perfect opportunity for students to connect and recharge before finals week.

For graduating seniors, the event held particular significance as they received their pins, cords,  and certificates. These serve as symbols of the experiential learning journeys they completed during their time at Holy Cross. These programs have connected students with alumni professionals, supported career discernment, and helped prepare them for life after The Hill.

The Social on the Hoval represents more than just a celebration. It embodies the ongoing community that extends beyond graduation, where current students become tomorrow’s mentors and professionals who are invited to guide the next generation with time, talent, and treasure. The shared experience of a Holy Cross liberal arts education creates lasting connections that continue long after students leave campus.

Congratulations to the 2026 Experiential Learning Certificate recipients!

Business Fundamentals Certificate

Maria Jose Aguayo

Alexandre Balzora-Rivert

Erica Belden

Emilia Bertram

Kendall Blomquist

Lauren Blum

Luke Candon

Meredith Christo

Mackenzie Creagh

Gerald Cutone

Jack Davoren

Starr De La Cruz

Anne DePriest

Sixtine de Hennin de Boussu Walcourt

Siobhan Fennelly

Ana Lucia Fernandez del Castillo

Diane Fils

Mia Froio

Carly Hanifin

Caroline Hepp

Abigail Holtman

Jessica Kielur

Macy Linberg

Megan MacFarlane

Kiely Maher

Annabel May

Ann McManus

Rowan McWhinnie

Melina Mitchell

Mary Kathryn Murphy

Maeve Myles

Maeley Nakamura

Elizabeth Palmieri

Rolando Perea

Cameron Pomer

Veronica Safryn

Ignacio Sanchez

Zach Santrizos

Eleanor Smillie

Kathryn Sweet

Stefanie Szawerda

Bridget Thomson

Sydney Ting

 

Entrepreneurship Certificate

Maeley Nakamura

Nicholas Popeleski

 

Finance & Banking Certificate
Aisling Bacon-Blaber

Jack Cacioppo

Patrick Dinn

Ivori Hidalgo

Daniel Illanes

Liam Johnson

John Kasten

Jaden Kirkwood

Demi Kroumpouzos

Matt McKenna

William McHale

Eva Muldoon

Sophia Pharaon

Luke Petitta

Sophia Pyne

 

Social Action & Civic Leadership Certificate

Claire Hunter

Peter LaBorin

Allison Sawyer