Michaela M. Brooks '08 B.A.H., Sociology, Peterborough ON

Sociology graduate Michaela M. Brooks plans to work with female youth in First Nations communities in the James Bay/Hudson Bay area. She also plans to continue to recruit First Nations Foster Families for First Nations Children in the care of the Children’s Aid Society.

How will you make a difference with your Trent degree & what are your future goals?
I plan to work with First Nations female youth in isolation (James Bay- Hudson Bay area), raising media awareness, and assisting with issues around domestic violence and self-esteem/body image, goal setting, life skills as well as education regarding the intergenerational effects of residential schools.

Interests and Passions:
I am interested in traveling with my family as well as helping others and doing my part to make the world a better place.

Why did you choose Trent?
Location! Close to family, I live right around the corner.

What is the best thing about studying at Trent? 
The best thing about studying at Trent is the understanding that professors have for mature/working students with children.

My situation was unique. I was going through transition in my life and I felt like the professors treated me as an equal and this provided me with motivation to do even better!

Awards and Scholarships received at Trent University:

• Trent Bursaries
• Baagwating Community Association

… and of course thanks to my supportive parents!