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\"Olivia<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Harvey Mudd community mourns the profound loss of Olivia Guerrero \u201925, a bright, compassionate and fiercely dedicated student who formed meaningful connections with those around her. Olivia, a computer science major with a concentration in Chinese language, passed away on Nov. 4.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A dedicated student, Olivia pursued her academic interests with curiosity and a desire to share knowledge. Known for her wit, tolerance and extensive understanding of many subjects, she excelled in her studies while also demonstrating an unwavering commitment to social justice. She was deeply involved in her Clinic team at HMC, where her advisor, Computer Science Professor Zach Dodds, recalls Olivia as a thoughtful and generous team member whose \u201cgracious enthusiasm\u201d brought warmth to both her introductory CS class and her Clinic capstone project.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Olivia\u2019s passion for languages led her to study advanced Chinese at Pomona College. Her Chinese language professor Feng Xiao described her as a standout student. \u201cOlivia was a remarkable student. She had a deep interest in exploring cross-cultural differences between the U.S. and China, which enriched our class discussions,\u201d says Xiao. He recalled her command of Chinese grammar and pronunciation as \u201cextraordinary,\u201d and added that she brought enthusiasm and valuable insight to the classroom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Olivia\u2019s academic journey was marked by dedication and a drive to excel. She was on track to complete her degree in computer science at Harvey Mudd\u2014her dream school\u2014and was looking forward to seeing where her skills would take her.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Olivia\u2019s impact extended beyond her academic pursuits. She was a remarkable individual who reflected empathy and patience for others. Whether through tutoring, volunteering or advocating for civil and human rights, she brought a spirit of kindness and a commitment to social justice into everything she did. She was dedicated to raising awareness of global and social issues, from LGBTQ+ rights to economic and geopolitical equity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Olivia was also a passionate and creative spirit with a love for gourmet cooking, gaming and music. She was deeply involved in the online gaming community, where she connected with friends from across the world. She explored diverse hobbies and interests, from perfecting new culinary techniques, music history, literature, anime, history and Chinese studies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Olivia is survived by her parents, Jolene and Francisco Guerrero, her sister Marisa and her beloved dog, Luna. Her family, friends and the many communities she touched will cherish the memories she leaves behind.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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