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.
Azul Marmolejo Rubio
President
Harvard University Class of 2025
A.B. Candidate in History of Science and Government
Azul Marmolejo is a junior in Eliot House studying History of Science and Philosophy. Originally from San Diego, California, Azul is a cradle Catholic and a faithful admirer of St. John Paul II and St. Mother Teresa of Calcutta. She is deeply interested in bioethics and loves discussing the sanctity of life, the richness of Catholic faith and tradition, and the incomparable love of God. Azul looks forward to serving her fellow students and helping create a Harvard Catholic community where everyone can develop long-lasting friendships that lead toward sanctity.
Isaac Jirak
Formation Chair
Harvard University Class of 2025
A.B. Candidate in Mechanical Engineering
Isaac, coming from the countryside of Kansas, is a junior 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.
John Phillips
Fellowship Chair
Harvard University Class of 2026
A.B. Candidate in Economics and Government
Jacob Genualdi
Treasurer
Harvard University Class of 2025
A.B. Candidate in Economics
Jacob Genualdi is a junior in Dunster House studying Economics and Government. Originally from Durango, Colorado, he enjoys hiking, fly fishing, playing piano, and spending time with family and friends. As a member of the board, Jacob is excited to contribute to the mission of building up the Catholic community at Harvard, one he feels blessed to be a part of.
Kathryn Gagnon
Service Chair
Harvard University Class of 2025
A.B. Candidate in Applied Mathematics
Kathryn Gagnon is a junior 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