However, the night prior to Ashley entering the next chapter of her life as a Rutgers graduate, disaster struck. At approximately 2 a.m. on May 25, a fire in Ashley and her fiancé Patrick's condominium caused the couple to lose their home and all their belongings (including her Adam Henrique inspired graduation cap). In true heroic fashion, Patrick, a local firefighter sprang into action during the fire and rescued his neighbors by bringing them to safety.