The Fellows

Abena Afriyie spent her earliest years in Ghana, before settling in Charlottesville, VA at the age of seven. She attended Rhodes College, where she studied Political Science and International Studies as a Posse Foundation Scholar. During her junior year in Spain, she conducted field research on contemporary human rights erosion associated with the EU's border governance. This year, she is a fellow at the Trinity Forum. In her free time, she enjoys reading, cooking, and traveling.

Ashlyn Smith graduated summa cum laude from High Point University with a degree in Sales. This year she is working at Young Life in Montgomery County, assisting with program growth, donor communication, and event planning. Her previous experience as a wedding venue manager at a historic barn has honed her skills and piqued her interest in both development and crisis management. Outside of work, she loves to spend her time hiking, running, cooking and supporting anything related to New England. As a fellow at Fourth Presbyterian, she is excited to explore global missions and meet many new people.

Marisa Vazquez recently graduated from Covenant College after majoring in art, with concentrations in graphic design and photography and minors in English and Art History. Marisa is fascinated by how good design shapes our experience of the world and allows us to love our neighbor well. Her capstone project (a mixed media installation) explored themes of sight and experience through a series of collages, textiles, glass sculptures and film prints. Now through her marketing internship at LifeSolved (an executive function coaching agency), Marisa brings order and clarity through fresh designs. In her free time, Marisa can be found running, playing card games, or exploring the nearest thrift store.

Anna Forrest was born and raised in Manassas Park, Virginia. She recently graduated from Grove City College with a double major in Sociology and English, and a minor in Criminal Justice. During college, she was involved in leadership for Crown and Sceptre (honorary society), played intramural sports, and enjoyed taking pottery classes. In her free time, she loves to read, hike, bake, and explore local coffee shops. This year, Anna is excited to work as an intern at The Trinity Forum.

Jack Herman is a Construction Intern at Paradigm Contractors. He graduated with a degree in Mechanical Engineering from Grove City College. Having team-led his capstone project for F. S. Elliott to an early and successful completion, he is excited to pursue further education and a career in turbomachinery and propulsion engineering and management. Jack grew up in Maine and loves getting outside, hiking, running, and cycling.

Medb Glatt was raised in Knoxville, TN, and graduated from Wake Forest University with a B.A. in Mathematics. While there, she also led middle schoolers for Young Life and played violin in Wake's symphony orchestra, gigs, and competitions. Now with Fourth Fellows, she is working for the Clapham Group, a social impact agency that aligns with her passion to serve those in need and promote the common good. She is excited to live in and serve the D.C. community, but she hopes to one day carry this passion abroad, possibly to East or Southeast Asia. Outside of the program, she loves to play sports (especially pickleball) and games, read historical fiction and mystery/thriller, eat yummy food, and travel.

Aryana Amin-Tehrani currently works as an intern in Rockville Women’s Center’s Outreach Department, striving to make a community impact. While at Indiana University, Aryana received her undergraduate business degree with three specializations of management, marketing, and digital and social media business applications. During her 2 years as an RA, Aryana planned events and collaborated with campus organizations to create memorable experiences for almost 50 students. Aryana is now strengthening her management and community outreach skills through a nine-month fellowship program at 4th Presbyterian Church in Bethesda, Maryland. Aryana hails from the DC area and enjoys serving her neighbors and volunteering, as well as running and walking in her weighted vest.

Jean Leong was born and raised in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia before moving to Mt. Kisco, New York with her family at ten years old. After receiving a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science & Engineering from Bucknell University, she worked as a software engineer at a consulting firm in Northern Virginia, building web applications for government clients. During her time in Northern Virginia, she served as a youth leader discipling high schoolers and serving in children’s ministries at her local church. Now, as a Fourth Fellow, Jean is excited to explore her love for serving youth and children while working in Children’s Ministry at Fourth Presbyterian Church. In her free time, Jean loves playing board games, revisiting her favorite TV shows, making matcha lattes, and trying new foods.

Reagan Fillinger was born in Georgia (Go Dawgs!), but was raised in Woodbridge, VA. She graduated from George Mason University with a degree in Environmental Science, with a concentration in Marine, Estuarine, and Freshwater Ecology. Reagan was a student-leader in campus ministries CRU and AKX (an environmental fraternity). In her free time, she enjoys reading, hiking, and swimming. Reagan is excited to work for National Park Trust this year as an intern on the Youth Programs team and the Communications, Partnerships, and Programs team.