This year’s cohort of President’s Fellows includes some of Trinity’s most accomplished seniors. These 32 student scholars from the Class of 2027 have compiled exemplary academic records in their years at the College.
In the fall semester, each academic department or program is invited to nominate a senior who demonstrates outstanding scholarly achievement within their major, along with evidence of wide-ranging intellectual interests.
In a letter to the Fellows notifying them of the honor, Trinity College President Daniel G. Lugo said, “Your nomination is a testament to the intellectual curiosity, dedication, and engagement you have demonstrated throughout your time at Trinity College.”
Established in 1974, the Society of President’s Fellows has a long tradition of bringing students and the president of the College together for conversations about academic life and other matters of importance to the Trinity community. The Fellows also have made lasting contributions to the College’s intellectual life. In 1981–1982, eight Fellows founded The Trinity Papers, an annual journal of undergraduate scholarship, and members of the Society continue to serve as its editorial board.
“As a President’s Fellow, you now become part of this distinguished tradition of student scholarship, leadership, and engagement,” Lugo’s letter said.
The president and TinaMarie Lugo will welcome the Fellows to their home for a reception this fall. The Fellows also will be invited to engage with one another and with members of the College’s leadership in the spring semester.
American Studies — Ava R. Jaslowich
Anthropology — Emma Tessitore
Art History — Elina Khindova
Biochemistry — Navid Sohaili Arshadi
Biology — Zoe Maggioni
Chemistry — Juliana Golas
Classical Studies — Paulina Campanella
Computer Science — Kayla M. Walsh McCarter
Economics — AJ Holl
Educational Studies — Maggie Petruzella
Engineering — Isolde Edson
English — Jennah Simpson
Environmental Science — Reese R. Hitchcock
Film Studies — Emma Baskin
History — Sekai Imbayarwo Chikosi
Human Rights — Eva Savannha Gennrich Arias
International Studies — Wadana Kakakhel
Language and Culture Studies — Izzy DiPreta
Mathematics — Shamsher Ghising Tamang
Music — Jordan A. Meirowitz
Neuroscience — Spencer Rooney
Philosophy — Amanda Thrul
Physics — Kaia Henderson
Political Science — Bennet Gessler
Psychology — Haviland (Hallie) McEnaney
Public Policy and Law — Grace Clark
Religious Studies — Talia Hoffenberg
Sociology — Ari M. Martinez
Studio Arts — Abigail Maiello
Theater and Dance — Brayden Esler
Urban Studies — Emma Almoney
Women, Gender, and Sexuality — Emily Bala
The Trinity College community gathered for a documentary film screening and panel discussion with alumna Julia Hoppock ’06, an associate producer of People vs. Politics, as part of Voter Education Week.
The grant for Susan A. Masino, Paul E. Raether Distinguished Professor of Applied Science, and David N. Ruskin, research associate professor, will provide summer research opportunities for Trinity students.
Associate Professor of Classical Studies Vincent E. Tomasso, whose first-year seminar is reading Homer’s epic poem, will give a presentation as part of Odyssey Day this fall. Read more about why he says The Odyssey still resonates today.
More than 100 Trinity students spent part of the summer working with faculty members and other mentors. The fall symposium allowed these students to showcase their findings and research processes.
