New York, NY
Community Health Academy of the Heights

Ailani CrucetaMajors:
Educational Studies & Public Policy and Law

Why did you choose Trinity?
I loved that Trinity was able to offer me academic balance and support within my intended major. I also truly appreciated the connections I built prior to being a first-year that allowed Trinity to feel like home even before I came to campus.

Favorite Class:
Neurolaw

Favorite Professor:
I am honestly so torn between Professor Fulco within the Public Policy department and Professor Castillo within Educational Studies. They are both amazing!

Extracurricular Activities:
President & New Member Education Chair of Lambda Pi Upsilon Sorority, Student Representative in Public Policy and Law Advisory Board.

What do you love most about Trinity?
I truly love the small community. I have been able to form amazing relationships on campus from the students to the faculty I have been connected to.

What are your professional goals and/or career plans?
Currently, I’m exploring the possibilities in within the legal field, but I hope to head into law school soon!

Favorite Place on Campus:
The Underground Coffehouse

Favorite Place in Hartford:
Piolin (a must to try the green-sauce if you visit)!

What’s the most impactful/favorite book you’ve ever read?
The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho

What advice do you have for prospective students applying to college?
Trust the process. I truly hated listening to my counselor share this advice, but this truly describes the college search process. Only focus on the aspects that you can control and know that everything will work itself out, whether it’s the way you planned it or not!

What’s one thing you wish you knew before coming to college?
I wish I had emphasized the importance of speaking up and seeking out help when I needed it. College is a new experience for everyone around you. There are so many support systems at Trinity that have been put in place to be a guide for students.