Our Diversity Scholars: Their Trinity Experience One Semester In

As part of Trinity’s ongoing commitment to diversity, the College offers the Diversity Scholars Program for first-time freshmen. Each year, the program awards multiple scholarships to students from underrepresented populations who have displayed leadership, academic excellence, and Christian commitment throughout high school and will continue doing so during their time at Trinity.

This year’s scholarship winners recently shared some highlights about their Trinity experience thus far and their hopes for the spring semester.

Makayla Cole of Chicago has enjoyed the satisfaction of academic improvement throughout her first semester. She said she can’t wait to find out what Trinity has in store for her throughout the next four years. She looks forward to beginning biology classes next semester.

Adalys Crespo of Chicago has experienced the growth of new relationships in her first semester, much of that growth occurring through deep conversations over shared meals in the cafeteria. She said growth has happened in the classroom, too.

“So many of my classes weren’t what I expected them to be; they turned out better. I feel like I’ve grown so much through them, not only academically but spiritually as well.” Crespo looks forward to coming back next semester accustomed to campus life and with a good understanding of time management.  

Brianna Darling Cox of Chicago values her Trinity experience so far, especially getting to know new people. Throughout the second semester, she plans to focus on keeping up her grades. She also hopes to help boost school spirit by becoming a part of TrollNation.

Roberto Rosario of Willowbrook, Illinois, has fully embraced college life, involving himself in several different activities on campus.

“Life is pretty busy right now, but I know that God is going to continue helping me.” He is thankful for a leadership position with men’s ministry and would someday like to serve as Student Association President.

Victoria Thomas of Hazel Crest, Illinois, has worked to adjust to college life and has enjoyed her first semester. She relished the opportunity to share her spoken word with the Trinity community at the annual talent show Trollstock. Next semester, she plans on studying hard to reach her potential.

“I want to flourish at this school because I know that this is where God wants me to be.”

This year’s diversity scholars also include Diana Bahena of Chicago, Illinois; Tre Davis of Olympia Fields, Illinois; Claire Edwards of Stevenson Ranch, California; Victoria Falls of Darien, Illinois; and Fidel Sanders of Chicago, Illinois.