Career & Life Design Center - Career and Life Design Center

Career & Life Design Center - Career and Life Design Center
Career & Life Design Center
Our Mission
Our mission is to support Trinity College students and alumni as they navigate college and career transitions, providing life design coaching, programming and experiential learning opportunities, and global connections.
Our Vision
Our vision is to guide Trinity College students and alumni in designing meaningful, individualized plans for a fulfilling journey – through and beyond Trinity – enabling them to become active global citizens.
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The Career and Life Design Center was exceptionally helpful for navigating postgraduate opportunities. The self-assuredness of professional support was an essential and much appreciated feature of my time at Trinity College.
Ben Craig
Class of 2024
The Career and Life Design Center played a pivotal role in shaping my career in finance. They provided me with tailored resources and went above and beyond to connect me with alumni from various industries, offering insights into career paths I hadn’t even considered. Their support set me on a path to pursue a career I’m truly passionate about.
Candida Ogu
Class of 2024
Meet the Team
Maria Dyane
Associate Director of Strategy & Student Development
Maria 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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Katie Clair
Associate Director, International Students & Scholars
Hello, I’m Katie! I advise international students on their personal, academic, & cultural transitions to Trinity College & the U.S. I have worked at Trinity since August 2013. I have had the opportunity to live in the Italy, the UK, & Bulgaria & visit 4 of 7 continents. I look forward to working with you & helping you make the most of your Trinity journey.
Cornelia Center Office #129
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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
Hello, I’m Nate! A life-long learner with over a decade of professional experience in education, passionate about holistically advising, coaching & teaching students through the emotional, social, academic & professional milestones that define each year of college & beyond. Role is helping others better understand how to actualize their full potential, pursue causes greater than oneself, & continuously construct a coherent life that harmonizes who you are, what you believe, & what you do.
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.
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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
John D’Angelo
Administrative Assistant
Hello, I’m John and I support the center’s administrative and logistical needs. Utilizing organization and efficiency, I thrive on formulating solutions for challenging problems, supporting complex schedules, and working in a fast-paced environment.
Cornelia Center Office #111
Student Intern Team
Diana ’27
Economics & Political Science
Faby ’26
Psychology
Hadley ’28
Psychology
Hannah ’27
Environmental Science
Jorge ’26
Art History & Public Policy
Kate ’26
Public Policy & Law
Lyane ’26
Economics
Nicole ’26
Computer Science & French
Nischal ’28
Economics
Noella ’27
Computer Science
Owen ’27
Economics & Math
Reese ’26
Economics
Cornelia Center
114 Vernon Street,
Hartford, CT
Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. EST
[email protected]
(860) 297-2080