St. Catherine of Bologna Award for the Arts

The St. Catherine of Bologna Award for the Arts honors the patron saint of artists - a woman who believed that art was not merely an expression of talent, but an act of devotion, something meant to serve others and build beauty for a greater purpose. This award goes not simply to the most talented student, but to the one who best embodies that spirit.

This year, that student is Ingrid Siega. 

Over four years in CTK's theater department, Ginny has been a constant and irreplaceable presence, contributing to six productions and leaving the program better than she found it. Audiences have seen her on stage and heard her voice lifted in song at Mass. But her most meaningful contributions often happened far from the spotlight. 

She mended costumes, painted sets, and designed props. She ran lines with castmates, taught harmonies, led choreography, and stayed to clean up when the work was done. She said yes to anything and everything - with generosity, humility, and a genuine love for the program and the people in it.

Theater builds more than performers. It teaches resilience, problem-solving, and the ability to take words on a page and turn them into something beautiful. Ginny embodied all of that - and then turned around and gave it back to those around her. As those who worked alongside her noted, the growth of CTK's theater program over the past four years would not have been possible without her. 

"She didn't just perform on the stage - she grew on it."

Congratulations Ginny! We are so proud of you!