When Ashley Torres walked across the stage to receive her bachelor’s degree at Commencement, her mother, Evelyn Torres, was just a few steps behind her, ready to collect her own degree.

The mother/daughter duo found support and inspiration in each other throughout their college years.

“The best part of having my mother on campus was the miniature celebrations we would have after achieving good grades or finishing projects,” said Ashley, who served as Students’ Government Association President for the
2014–15 academic year.

“It pushed me to do my best and make her proud. I wanted to set an example for my daughters to follow. Hard work is a must in life to obtain anything we desire. I hope I have proved to my three daughters that it is never too late to go after your goals,” said Evelyn, who is the Assistant Director of Prospect Research in La Salle’s Development Office.

Ashley plans to volunteer for a year at the U.S./Mexico border in El Paso, Texas, while her mother has already started courses toward her master’s degree in clinical counseling psychology at La Salle.