Trinity Magazine: Summer 2007
Beyond Graduation
The following testimonials are from Trinity’s 2007 graduates,
in their own words.
 Janie
Pacheco
College of Arts and Sciences
Bachelor of Arts
My favorite memories of Trinity include being able to be part of the
soccer and lacrosse teams. Every time Trinity had a home game where
we could wear our new white jerseys was a favorite moment. Just
being able to stand out in the beautiful cut grass, with fellow
Trinity peers cheering for you, made it a favorite memory.
I would like to thank Dr. Mary Reintsma and Dr. Christina Parsons
for my successful graduation. Both were my economics professors and
they were always there for me whenever I needed someone to talk to
or any advice.
 Charlene
Casey
School of Professional Studies
Master of Science in Administration
My favorite memory of Trinity was the first day I started my
undergraduate program in 1987. It was the start of my dream of
completing a degree. My second most favorite memory was being
accepted into the MSA program. I would like to thank my daughters
and Dr. Barry-Oliver for helping me graduate. I was so proud to be
in the MSA program with my daughter, Latasha.
After graduation, I plan to start a business assisting women of
all ages to return to school and with other issues that affect
single moms.
My Trinity education gave me confidence to fulfill my dreams, and
I will miss the classes and group interactions.
Latasha Casey
School of Professional Studies
Master of Science in Administration
After graduation, I will be relocating to Atlanta, GA, where I would
like to start a consulting business. I always dreamed of starting a
business. Before completing the MSA program, I was interested in
working in my field in the Washington, DC area, but the knowledge
and skills I received from this program encouraged me to seek
opportunities in starting my own business.
The MSA program at Trinity has equipped me with resources I need
to succeed in business and my future. The small setting and
closeness that Trinity offers is great. One of my biggest fears was
completing my capstone project, and Dr. Barry-Oliver made this
course exciting and rewarding. Her dedication and commitment were
outstanding. I would like to thank all of the professors that I had
in the program. All of my courses in the MSA program were beneficial
to me and I will use the knowledge and skills I received in my
future plans.
Trinity has grown since my days of being an undergraduate
student; however, the warm and friendly environment and people are
still the same. I believe Trinity is an awesome choice for every
kind of woman: traditional college student, single mother, working
mom and returning student. Trinity gives women a sense of belonging
and fulfillment of knowing that everyone can achieve.
 Gregory
McCants
School of Education
Master of Science in Administration
After graduation, I will be taking the School Leaders Licensure
Assessment exam, enrolling in a doctorate program pursuing a doctor
of education in educational leadership, and plan to work as an
assistant principal in a public school. I had not originally planned
to take the SLLA exam until next year, but my experience at Trinity
encouraged me to take on this challenge much sooner.
To give back to society, I will continue to donate my time and
efforts by encouraging young people to continue their education. I
will continue to work with the students at my current school.
My favorite memories of Trinity include my classes and participating
in the marketing campaign for the School of Education (I am now
recognized in many of the Prince George’s County Public Schools
since having my picture on the cover of the School of Education
brochure).
I would like to thank Mrs. Tammy McCants, Dr. Gwendolyn Bryant,
Dr. Robert Redmond, the entire School of Education staff, and of
course President McGuire for their part in my success.
Khrysle Roberts
College of Arts and Sciences
Bachelor of Science
 After
graduation, I plan to go to law school for either environmental law
or law related to women’s issues. I currently work at N Street
Village for Homeless Women as a programs assistant. I will also
volunteer at the Northwest Pregnancy Center, where I will be trained
to counsel young mothers and encourage them to continue their
education.
I had originally planned to pursue a career in industry with my
degrees in chemistry and environmental science. However, considering
all the activities that I have taken part in both at Trinity and
home in Trinidad and Tobago, I realize I have always had aspirations
for a career centered on women’s issues and social justice issues.
I have so many wonderful memories of Trinity but my two favorite
memories are attending morning Mass with the SNDs and singing at the
courtyard sing on Cap and Gown Sunday dressed from head to toe in my
gold class colors.
It was not easy for me to get to graduation day but hard work and
prayer were essential. From being a Cuneen fellow my freshwoman
year, to being tennis team captain, to peer tutoring, to getting a
NASA internship through my science professors, to being invited to
the Board of Trade awards dinner in honor of our very own President
McGuire, I can definitely say that Trinity has molded me for global
leadership from day one and I have enjoyed every moment of it.
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