HARVARD CATHOLIC FORUM

Jacob Genualdi is a senior studying Economics and Government at Harvard College. On campus, he serves as Co-President of the Harvard Undergraduate Economics Association where he helps organize college-wide speaker events and economics competitions for high school students. In addition, Jacob is an active member of the Harvard Catholic Center, leading a Bible study for undergraduates. Originally from Durango, Colorado, he enjoys fly fishing, hiking, and playing piano in his free time. As an HCF Fellow, Jacob is excited to explore Thomistic thought surrounding Theological Economics and its application to modern economic life.

Isaac Jirak, a senior at Harvard College, is studying Mechanical Engineering with a minor in Philosophy. His research focuses on developing new and reliable methods for the manipulation of robotic hands in industrial and prosthetic applications. Aside from his academic work, Isaac is involved in several student and professional groups for the promotion of free speech, public discourse, and intellectual vitality. He oversees the coordination of liturgical and formation resources for the Harvard Catholic Center and coordinates guest lectures on campus as a student leader of the Harvard chapter of the Thomistic Institute. His writings have also been published by The Harvard Salient and featured by the Intercollegiate Studies Institute. Following his undergraduate studies, he looks forward to a career that bridges the interdisciplinary gap between engineering and the humanities.

Carter Stewart is a senior at Harvard College studying Classics with a secondary in Statistics. Carter is interested in a wide range of topics in history, philosophy, literature, and politics, and how the vibrant Catholic intellectual tradition influences and changes our understanding of them all. Outside of academics, he is a member of the John Adams Society, plays club lacrosse, and enjoys reading, weightlifting, and spending time on the water.

Olivia Glunz is a senior studying History and Classics at Harvard College. She enjoys reading and writing about philosophy, literature, and political theory and plans to pursue a career in law, academia, or public service. On campus, Olivia plays the violin in a student-run chamber ensemble, writes for the Harvard Undergraduate Law Review, and leads a discussion group on natural law. She is also an active member of the Harvard Catholic Center, where she leads a Bible study for undergraduates and sings in the choir. This year, Olivia looks forward to exploring questions about science and faith, grace and free will, and human dignity through the Harvard Catholic Forum's many programs and events. She is grateful for this opportunity to deepen her faith and her love for both God and neighbor.

Elliott Jones is a junior at Boston College studying Philosophy. He is interested in the history of philosophy, and he hopes to pursue a career in academia. Beyond his studies, Elliott serves as Editor-in-Chief for Dianoia: Boston College's undergraduate philosophy journal, and he is actively involved with the Boisi Center for Religion and Public Life and the Center for Christian-Jewish Learning. As a convert to Catholicism, Elliott is looking forward to engaging in the Catholic Intellectual Tradition and gaining insights within the intersection of philosophy and theology. In his free time, he enjoys hiking and critiquing films.