Meet dynamic doers.

Abby Holland ’24 rarely shies away from an academic challenge, but building a circuit was a new one.

Abby knew she wanted to study engineering when she came to Trinity from Braintree, Massachusetts. In a digital circuits course, she faced the challenge of learning a new skill. With the encouragement and support of Professor Lin Cheng, she ultimately designed a seven-segment display engine.

“I had no experience building a circuit from computer coding,” says Abby.

For Abby, Trinity’s small classes provide a more productive environment for focused learning and faculty attention. “Professor Cheng was integral. I spent many days in the electrical engineering lab. I’d email him often, asking for help, and he always made time to meet.”

For Professor Lin Cheng,

level of connection with students brings him joy.

He often involves his students in research projects, which include co-authoring peer-reviewed papers and co-presenting at conferences. His philosophy is to be “fair and open, challenging and motivating, and to have high expectations toward attainable goals.”

“After Professor Cheng’s class, I am much more comfortable taking classes that do not come naturally to me,” reflects Abby. “These types of classes bring confidence to a student’s problem-solving abilities, which is essential to engineering.

“I was impressed with Trinity’s liberal arts approach to engineering. I can take the necessary engineering classes for the degree but can also get to experience many important non-STEM courses for a more well-rounded education.”

“Our daughter chose Trinity above many other colleges because it felt like home and a place where she could really spread her wings.

“She has made lifelong friends in many circles and will forever proudly be a Bantam.”