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Karolina Barrientos

Houston, Texas
Challenge Early College High School

Karolina BarrientosMajor(s): Educational Studies and Sociology

Why did you choose Trinity? After attending Passport to Trinity and seeing the community amongst students of color, I knew I could do it too.

Favorite Class: SOCL 312 Social Class and Mobility

Favorite Professor: Professor Douglas

Cocurricular Activities: Cultural House Coordinator for La Eraca and P.R.I.D.E, Office Manager of O.M.A, Multicultural Affairs Council

What do you love most about Trinity? The Cultural Houses and P.R.I.D.E

What are your professional goals and/or career plans? Conduct research in the educational field through a sociological prospective

Favorite Place on Campus: La Eracra

Favorite Place in Hartford: Viva Mexico on Park St

What’s the most impactful/favorite book you’ve ever read? Yo No Soy Tu Perfecta Hija Mexicana by Erika L Sanchez

What advice do you have for prospective students applying to college? Don’t be afraid to apply to schools that you think are out of your reach and look into schools out of your comfort zone!

What’s one thing you wish you knew before coming to college? Other students are just as lost as you are so ask for help.