Career & Life Design Center

Maria Dyane

Interim Director of Career and Life Design and Associate Director of Strategy and Student Development

Maria Dyane is a strategic leader and educator who designs and drives initiatives that connect career development, innovation, and entrepreneurship to meaningful student and institutional growth. With a background in strategy, management consulting, and public policy, Maria brings an analytical and global lens to leadership and program design – bridging sectors to transform ideas into frameworks and vision into measurable impact. Known as a thoughtful weaver of people, purpose, and possibility, Maria integrates design thinking, data-informed strategy, and cross-cultural insight to build environments where learning is intentional, collaboration is authentic, and impact is lasting. At Trinity College, Maria shapes and executes strategies that help students design purposeful lives, strengthen partnerships, and advance innovation across the college and beyond.

Cornelia Center Office #127

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Lisel Moynihan

Senior Assistant Director, Career & Life Design

Hello, I’m Lisel! As a Career & Life Design Coach, I support students by meeting with them 1-1, to learn who they are as a person and what they hope to achieve in their time at Trinity and following graduation. By developing this personal relationship, I can assist students with navigating the college transition, identifying potential internships & careers, and provide guidance as they develop the skills sets necessary to create a successful path forward.

Cornelia Center Office #125

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Joey Abad

Assistant Director, Career & Life Design

Hello, I’m Joey! I support Bantams in designing meaningful career paths by clarifying goals, telling their stories, and connecting learning to real-world opportunities. My background as a performing artist and photographer shapes the creative, human-centered approach I bring to coaching, workshops, and partnerships across campus and beyond.

Cornelia Center Office #128

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Nate Hopkins

Career & Life Design Coach

Cornelia Center Office #130

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Paul Gagnon

Alumni Career Consultant

Hello, I’m Paul! I assist alumni at all stages of career search including from seeking a first job, to mid-life career change, to applying to graduate and Ph.D. programs. My career spans 45 years, including M&A and new business development jobs at Fortune 500 firms, in higher education roles, and self-employment.

Remote Office

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Vera Agresti

Employer & Alumni Engagement Coordinator

Hi, I’m Vera! I serve as the Employer and Alumni Engagement Coordinator, helping Bantams connect with meaningful opportunities and the people who can open doors for them. With a Master’s in International Studies and experience in nonprofit policy, volunteer engagement, and career development, I bring a global, community-focused lens to building partnerships. As a proud first-generation college graduate, I’m passionate about empowering students to explore pathways, build confidence, and design futures that feel both authentic and achievable.

Cornelia Center Office #137

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Catherine Chica

Marketing Specialist

Hello, I’m Cat! I focus on communications, design, and how our center engages across campus. My work involves developing materials, creating content, and coordinating messaging to connect with the Trinity community. My background is in brand development and website building, with a Bachelor of Arts in Multimedia Design.

Cornelia Center Office #126