Masho Jmukhadze ’22
Hometown: Tbilisi, Georgia
Major: International Studies & Economics
Minor: Arabic
Extracurricular Involvement: International Student Advisory Board (ISAB) Executive board Member, International Co-Liaison to SGA, Student Recruitment Ambassador
Email: [email protected]
Why did you join the multicultural requirement team?
I got a lot of help during the admissions process when I was applying to schools, which I needed as I had no idea how to navigate the American college application process. When I came to Passport to Trinity in the spring, the Multicultural Recruitment Team made sure that I was aware of all the support systems on campus and everything that Trinity had to offer. I wanted to have the opportunity to help people like me in figuring out and navigating this process, while also making Trinity as welcoming as it can be.
What is the biggest lesson you learned from your first semester on campus?
Trinity has so many different opportunities and sometimes you want to tap into everything and try everything out. I learned that it is important to say no and to focus on your well-being instead of trying to do everything at once. Managing your energy as well as your time is my main takeaway from my first semester on campus.
How has a liberal arts education fostered your thinking? What class impacted you the most?
I came to Trinity undecided. The beauty of the liberal arts education is how it allows you to try many different areas and doesn’t constrain you to one specific field that you have to pursue for the rest of your college career. I was able to explore academically, and this process gave me a better idea of what I want to study and do after I graduate. The Global Cities class has impacted me the most, as I found out so much more about my own city and how the urban dynamics shape the lives of people in my country.
What legacy do you hope to leave?
I want to create a space for international students to thrive in. Adjusting to a different culture and having to live in it can be extremely hard. Showing students that although they did not grow up here, they can still thrive and be involved in many different things is my main goal while at Trinity.
How has the city of Hartford impacted your college experience?
Interacting with people in the city and getting to know the place that I will spend four years at has been extremely rewarding. We study in a vibrant city that opens doors to internships and other work opportunities every day. Through The Cities Gateway Program, I learned how to use public transportation around the city and explore different cuisines that we have in Hartford.
If you were a fruit what fruit would you be?
A kiwi! It’s sour but has a sweet core!
What is your favorite event on campus?
The Caribbean Students’ Association Fashion Show which happens every year. I love watching the performances and the works of various designers showcased.
Who is your favorite professor?
Professor Raymond Baker! I took his Global Politics course my sophomore fall. Our class setting was unorthodox, as he gave us freedom to talk about anything we wanted that concerned politics. We also read 8+ extremely interesting books and managed to discuss all of them. I loved having an opportunity to discuss topics that were of interest to me instead of just sticking to books.
