Samantha Rodriguez

Hi guys! I’m Sam and I am the Retreat Coordinator here at STYCC. I come from a blended family with 6 siblings and have been blessed with 30 nieces and nephews! I think it goes without saying that family is very important to me! I attended Holy Names University in pursuit of my Psychology degree and took a break to help support my family when my father was diagnosed with B Cell Lymphoma. I hope to start up again soon and also pursue a degree in Ministry. I was an Instructional Assistant for what is now the AcCEL Program for seven years with Tulare County Office of Education before making the transition to Santa Teresita; people with special needs will always have a place in my heart!

I served in Youth Ministry at St. Catherine of Siena in Dinuba for ten years, and was involved with events at the Diocesan level, and it was such a wonderful and life-changing experience. I am so thankful for the people I have met and the opportunities I have been given because without them, I would not be who I am and where I am today. I love being a part of the staff here and interacting with the young people and supportive leaders who come here.