UNDERGRADUATES
2024 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.
John Phillips
President
Harvard University Class of 2026
A.B. Candidate in Economics and Government
John Phillips is a Junior in Eliot House studying Government and Economics. Originally from the suburbs of Chicago, John’s family moved to North Carolina this past year. John is a member of the Harvard Men’s Club Soccer Team and the head of Eliot’s intramural sports program. His favorite quote is “the glory of God is a human being fully alive,” and he hopes to help all people at Harvard experience this.
Adaolisa Mba
Formation Chair
Harvard University Class of 2027
A.B. Candidate in Psychology
Adaolisa is a sophomore in Quincy House who originally hails from sunny Miami, Florida. When she's not studying, she enjoys playing tennis, reading, or scrolling on Pinterest. Adaolisa is slightly nervous, but overall excited to serve the HCC this year and help people know and love God more. She's looking forward to continuing the faith formation that the HCC is familiar with, while also finding ways to help cradle Catholics "re-learn" the foundations of our faith, in order to grow in their relationship with God.
Luis Cardenas
Fellowship Chair
Harvard University Class of 2027
A.B. Candidate in Government and Classics
Luis is a sophomore in Mather House studying Government and Classics. He is intrigued by political theory, Western philosophy, and American public policy, an interest no doubt shaped by the intellectual and spiritual growth he has experienced through the HCC. As a native of South Texas and North Mexico, Luis enjoys celebrating the rich heritage of the Hispanic Catholic traditions with family and friends. He is thrilled to serve the HCC community as part of the Fellowship Chair, including men’s ministry and Spanish programming.
Dr. Karin Öberg
Faculty Advisor
Professor of Astronomy
Visit Professor Öberg's lab website: karinoberg.cfa.harvard.edu
Charlie DeMatteo
Finance Chair
Harvard University Class of 2026
A.B. Candidate in Mathematics
Charlie DeMatteo is a junior in Eliot House, originally from Wellesley, MA. He enjoys playing tennis and golfing. As finance chair, he will strive to put his Mathematics concentration to use. There is much to be excited about for the coming year.
Johnny Miri
Service Chair
Harvard University Class of 2026
A.B. Candidate in Physics and Math
Johnny Miri is a junior in Eliot House studying Physics and Math. He is from Cedar Park, Texas. Johnny enjoys traveling, basketball, and trap shooting. He is excited to serve on the Student Board and help build the Harvard Catholic community!
Elizabeth Choi
Fellowship Chair
Harvard University Class of 2027
A.B. Candidate in History
Elizabeth Choi is a sophomore in Currier House studying History. She enjoys watching movies, writing, hiking, and showing her friends around Boston, where she's from. She is grateful for the opportunity to serve on the HCC board and excited to bring people closer to God!