Joli Smith

Atlanta, GA
Chamblee Charter High School

Major: Neuroscience

Minor: Philosophy

Why did you choose Trinity? When I was a senior in high school, I was invited to attend Trinity’s fly-in program called “Preview Weekend” and I fell in love with the campus and the students I met.

Favorite Class: The Philosophy of Mind

Favorite Professor: Professor Lloyd

Cocurricular Activities: I am Co-President of Trinity’s African Students Association, I am a First-Generation College Student mentor, I work at the Career and Life Design Center, and I am a Resident Assistant.

What do you love most about Trinity? I love it’s location and the student body as a whole

What are your professional goals and/or career plans? I will be attending graduate school to become a Physician Assistant

Favorite Place on Campus: The Underground Coffeehouse!

Favorite Place in Hartford: The Connecticut Science Museum

What’s the most impactful/favorite book you’ve ever read? The Outliers by Malcolm Gladwell

What advice do you have for prospective students applying to college?  Take your time and make the decision that you know will be right for you!

What’s one thing you wish you knew before coming to college? I wish I knew about the plethora of free activities available to students that Trinity offers and encourages us to participate in.