“I graduated at the height of the pandemic…standing on the edge of something new without knowing exactly what the future would look like.”
For Monse Adan, Cristo Rey St. Martin Class of 2020, uncertainty was not a barrier. It was a beginning.
Today, Monse is a participant in Wesco International’s Finance Leadership Development Program, one of just six nationwide selected for the highly competitive program. She supports international tax and treasury teams, analyzing global markets and managing financial risk, all while stepping confidently into professional spaces that once felt out of reach.
A first-generation college graduate and the oldest of four, Monse’s journey is defined by perseverance and purpose. After earning her degree in Business and Spanish from Lake Forest College, she is now pursuing her MBA in Data Analytics, fully funded by her employer.
But ask Monse what made the difference, and her answer is clear:
“Cristo Rey didn’t just prepare me academically; it supported me as a whole person.”
From FAFSA workshops and college guidance to interview preparation and career discernment, CRSM walked with her every step of the way, long after graduation. The result is more than professional success. It is confidence, resilience, and a commitment to serve others.
“Cristo Rey taught me that I belong in spaces that once felt out of reach and that I have a responsibility to serve others as I grow.”
Monse’s story is not just her own. It reflects Cristo Rey St. Martin’s mission in action, empowering students and transforming families for generations.
“I am proof of what is possible when faith, opportunity, and support come together.”