"Paola, I know that you have struggled to come this far," said Education Department Director Andrés Pardo. "It is never easy to break a new path. But you have cleared the way for many more future professionals, and we all thank you for that."
Photo: Education Department Director Andrés Pardo talks about this historic moment at the College.
Paola's research was about how parents and teachers teach elementary school students about gender, and questions about sexuality. She found that young children identify their parents as the source of information about questions like, "Where do babies come from?" but that parents perceived the schools are being the primary sources of this information.
It was an emotional moment for all as she spoke of the love and support she felt at the College, noting that Sister Damon was her inspiration. "I cannot believe that I got to know such an incredible woman," she said through tears.
We are all very proud of Paola, and know that she will do good things, carrying forward the mission of the College. "You have come far," said Father Freddy. "Recoginze that. And then go further. Go out into the world and create that change that we all know is possible."
Photo: Paola stands with her mother and father, copy of her research in hand.
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