Originally from Sacramento, Thea recently graduated from the University of Southern California with a Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Engineering. As a student, she was deeply involved at the Caruso Catholic Center, serving on the Student Executive Board as Co-Missions Chair and Vice President, as well as working as a Student Ambassador.

Her involvement also included participation in the choir, liturgical ministries, retreats, mission trips, social outreach, and pilgrimages.Now serving as a Post-Graduate Campus Minister, Thea is enthusiastic about using her gifts to support the mission of the Catholic Center and walk with students in their faith journey. Outside of ministry, she enjoys playing volleyball, appreciating nature, and singing karaoke.