Check-in will begin at 7:45 am. Guests will have the opportunity to browse the Vendor Marketplace on St. Joseph Plaza and Student Commons while enjoying coffee and tea.

Students will report to their A Block classroom for attendance while guests will proceed directly to the Holy Family Event Center for our opening ceremony and 2024 keynote speaker, Rocsi Diaz.

Time to make your way over to the Vendor Marketplace before Session 1.

Vendors included: Artsybeauties.co, Benediction Beads-Rosaries, Décor & Gifts, colorSTREET, Common Grounds, Girl Scouts San Diego, Good Eats Gourmet, Inspired Designs, Kendra Scott, OLP Alumnae Association, OLP Spirit Table, Per Diem Design Lab, Purposed.SD, SD Fire, Sisters of Saint Joseph of Carondelet, Boutique Travel Advisors and Upcycle Pop-Up Boutique with OLP's Share to Care Club and OLP ‘s Thrift Club.

“Lights, Camera, Action! Life in Movie Production”

Bringing God’s message to the masses by infiltrating Hollywood with a secular name and a Holy Agenda.

Speaker: Holly Carney

Location: Campus Ministry

“Saving Lives: Girls Don’t Do That”

From the sound of sirens to the smell of smoke, learn what it takes to help save lives and become a leader in fire and rescue services.

Speakers: Captain Alma Lowry ‘92 & San Diego Fire-Rescue

Location: Circle Drive

“Glam for the Stars”

Get ready to elevate your beauty game to A-list status! Expert glam artists will share their tips, tricks and experiences when glamming for the stars.

Speakers: Darcy Aguayo & Zayra Rayo

Location: Aquinas Amphitheatre & Lower Plaza

“Serving Country and Community”

Embark on an inspiring journey from military service to nonprofit leadership. Gain insights into the transformative power of blending strategy with compassion, and how this fusion contributes to the success and impact of nonprofit organizations.

Speaker: Carol Dedrich

Location: Navarra 100

“Dare to Lead: Know, Own, and Live Your Voice”

Learn from a seasoned TEDx speaker and transformational leader the techniques to find your calling, “Know, Own, and Live Your Voice.”

Speaker: Manna Ko

Location: Navarra 101

“Women at the Helm of City Government”

Meet some of the women running the City who will share their insights on tackling complex municipal challenges. Public service includes a wide range of career options from city planning and permitting data analytics and finance to environmental science. There is a place for everyone in the City where together we rise and overcome adversity.

Speakers: Paola Avila ‘93, Venus Molina & Kirby Brady

Location: Shiley 120

“Beyond a Career in Finance, Embracing Community Building”

Gain greater insights into nurturing interpersonal relationships with business partners to build better together.

Speaker: Adriana Brunner

Location: Shiley 121

“Healthcare Reimagined”

Hear from two accomplished providers who have divergent trajectories in healthcare, embracing uncertainties that result in critical care situations.

Speakers: Kourtney Rodriguez & Victoria Greene

Location: Shiley 122

Time to make your way over to the Vendor Marketplace before Session 2.

Vendors included: Artsybeauties.co, Benediction Beads-Rosaries, Décor & Gifts, colorSTREET, Common Grounds, Girl Scouts San Diego, Good Eats Gourmet, Inspired Designs, Kendra Scott, OLP Alumnae Association, OLP Spirit Table, Per Diem Design Lab, Purposed.SD, SD Fire, Sisters of Saint Joseph of Carondelet, Boutique Travel Advisors and Upcycle Pop-Up Boutique with OLP's Share to Care Club and OLP ‘s Thrift Club.

“The Power Within You”

Join the Mayor of San Marcos to discuss the importance of unifying female voices to shine bright through inner strength and diversity.

Speaker: Rebecca Jones

Location: Campus Ministry

“HeforShe: Men Championing Women”

Men who stand in solidarity with women to create a bold, visible and united force for gender equality.

Speakers: Adam Day, Ronson Shamoun, & Troy Robertson

Location: Circle Drive

“Creating Pop Culture”

Hear about an alumna’s experience navigating the world of PR, celebrities, fashion and more on the cutting edge of today’s pop culture.

Speaker: Dr. Irma Penunuri '04

Location: Holy Family Event Center

“Spill the Reali-tea”

Chat with Executive Producer Megan Kropf and “sip the tea” on all things Hollywood in the world of reality television, podcasting and digital media.

Speaker: Megan Kropf

Location: Aquinas Amphitheatre & Lower Plaza

“Breaking Down Bias: Understanding and Responding to Sexism”

Participants will explore the multifaceted nature of sexism in its overt and more subtle manifestations. Learn to identify instances of sexism and other forms of bias across various contexts through interactive activities and discussion. Deepen your understanding of sexism and empower yourself to create positive change in your personal and professional spheres.

Speaker: Rachel Sato

Location: Navarra 100

“Justice Seekers”

This daughter/mother dynamic duo will share their experiences of the challenges and rewards of working in the legal profession. Expect an uplifting and humorous discussion from two OLP alumnae.

Speakers: Judge Alana Robinson '81 and Kate Googins '10

Location: Shiley 120

“Medicine in the Military”

Hear firsthand experiences from a Naval neurologist and a Marine surgeon who chose a life of service to their country while saving lives on land and sea.

Speaker: Dr. Megan Coughlin '08 & Dr. Emma Fisher

Location: Shiley 121

“The Stella Foundation: Empowering Women-Led Businesses”

Meet the Founder and President of The Stella Foundation, a company with the vision of equal representation of female founders and funders across the venture table.

Speaker: Dr. Silvia Mah

Location: Shiley 122

Time to make your way over to the Vendor Marketplace before Session 3.

Vendors included: Artsybeauties.co, Benediction Beads-Rosaries, Décor & Gifts, colorSTREET, Common Grounds, Girl Scouts San Diego, Good Eats Gourmet, Inspired Designs, Kendra Scott, OLP Alumnae Association, OLP Spirit Table, Per Diem Design Lab, Purposed.SD, SD Fire, Sisters of Saint Joseph of Carondelet, Boutique Travel Advisors and Upcycle Pop-Up Boutique with OLP's Share to Care Club and OLP ‘s Thrift Club.

“Women Leaders in Law Enforcement and Intelligence”

Hear from women who have been navigating the challenging, dynamic, and non-traditional female roles in law enforcement and intelligence.

Speakers: Commander Christina Ralph, Karly King, Captain Miriam Foxx & Sergeant Sarah Sutter

Location: Campus Ministry

“Sister Talk!”

Are you wondering what it’s like after you leave the green gates of OLP? Come speak with recently graduated OLP alumnae in all different stages of life to hear their experiences and advice on entering the “real world.”

Speakers: Alyssa Garcia ‘19, Catherine Tarlov ‘21, Julia Torres ‘22, Kaitlyn Gomez ‘12, Kaseba Chibweth ‘19, & Marcela Miranda-Caballero ‘13

Location: Circle Drive

“Behind the Scenes: Females in Music”

From genres like classical to pop, Latin to electronic, engage with a powerhouse music producer who has performed with some of the top names in the music industry.

Speaker: Esther Anaya

Location: Holy Family Event Center

“#GrownStrong”

Join the founder of Grown Strong and Nike Represented Crossfit Athlete, Lauren Fisher, to be inspired by her story; not just one of athletic achievements but a story of determination and the beauty of growing strong against all odds.

Speaker: Lauren Fisher

Location: Aquinas Amphitheatre & Lower Plaza

“She Nails It: Women in Industrial Trades”

Gain insights from professionals charting a path in typically male dominated careers.

Speakers: Christine La Marca, Marceline Michelle Sciuto ’79 & Toni Russo

Location: Navarra 100

“Creating a Career in Media”

Learn about media career opportunities and personal experience from a 20-year media veteran and local San Diego TV host and personality.

Speaker: Kimberly King

Location: Navarra 101

“You Are Not Alone – Together, We Can Stand Up Against Harassment and Discrimination”

Have you ever questioned if what someone has said or done to you was wrong? Have you been afraid to tell because you’re worried about the outcome? You’re not alone, it is very common. Learn techniques to know how, when, where, and why to speak up safely and confidently.

Speakers: Jenna Rangel '98 & Christy Heiskala

Location: Shiley 120

“You Can Have It All!”

Cyndi achieved every goal she set in her life: from flying helicopters in the Navy, to becoming a Medical Doctor and Surgical Dermatologist, an Author and Podcaster, as well as a wife and mother of five children. Cyndi loves to inspire and challenge everyone to find joy and happiness in life at all stages.

Speaker: Dr. Cyndi Peterson

Location: Shiley 121

“The Life”: Journeys Into, Through, and Out of Trafficking”

A discussion regarding how to recognize the risk factors that make young people vulnerable to trafficking, learn about GenerateHope’s solution for survivors, and hear the stories of two individuals inspired for different reasons to enter the field of anti-trafficking.

Speaker: Wheeler Fisher & Keelin Washington

Location: Shiley 122

Time to make your way over to the Vendor Marketplace before our Closing Ceremony.

Vendors included: Artsybeauties.co, Benediction Beads-Rosaries, Décor & Gifts, colorSTREET, Common Grounds, Girl Scouts San Diego, Good Eats Gourmet, Inspired Designs, Kendra Scott, OLP Alumnae Association, OLP Spirit Table, Per Diem Design Lab, Purposed.SD, SD Fire, Sisters of Saint Joseph of Carondelet, Boutique Travel Advisors and Upcycle Pop-Up Boutique with OLP's Share to Care Club and OLP ‘s Thrift Club.

The Symposium concludes. Guests and students are invited to join us in Aquinas Amphitheater Aquinas Amphitheatre & Lower Plaza for our Closing Ceremony.

Finish off your day but visiting our Vendor Marketplace one last time.

Vendors included: Artsybeauties.co, Benediction Beads-Rosaries, Décor & Gifts, colorSTREET, Common Grounds, Girl Scouts San Diego, Good Eats Gourmet, Inspired Designs, Kendra Scott, OLP Alumnae Association, OLP Spirit Table, Per Diem Design Lab, Purposed.SD, SD Fire, Sisters of Saint Joseph of Carondelet, Boutique Travel Advisors and Upcycle Pop-Up Boutique with OLP's Share to Care Club and OLP ‘s Thrift Club.