Trishanna Bunsie

UConn School of Nursing, Class of 2016

I was born in Jamaica, and came to the United States when I was two years old. I lived in Connecticut for majority of my life. I’m currently an undergraduate student at UConn, on track to obtain a degree in Nursing. I’ve volunteered at various nursing homes, where I developed strong relationships with the residents. I’m a part of the Student Nursing Association as well as of Build On, an organization that raises money to help build schools in third world countries.

I expect my experience with the Urban Service Track will help me understand the circumstances and the limitations that underserved people must contend with. In addition to valuable nursing skills, the program will also provide insight into ways to help these individuals make the best out of their situation in order to maintain their health. Finally, my time in UST will help me better advocate for populations that are underserved and create effective and rational methods of preventive care.