We’re back for the new semester, celebrating our 200th episode as we continue the “Honor Your Gifts and Say Yes” series! This week, we honor a trailblazer turning hardships into leadership legacy! We are thrilled to invite back the reigning Miss Coppin State University and graduating Health Science scholar, Catherine Trumata-Addey. Catherine urges students to reach beyond Coppin State and build their own legacies through leadership. Find out why it is important to step out of your comfort zone by developing your public speaking skills, befriending your professors, and building your vocabulary, in order to maintain confidence and show up for yourself and others. Catherine is the 94th Miss Coppin State University and she is currently completing her Health Science major at Coppin State University. As Miss Coppin, she is committed to student wellness, leadership development, and community service, using her platform to create meaningful, student-centered programming that supports both personal and academic success. She has served as an intern with the Alzheimer’s Association and she is currently the NAACP Secretary. In addition, she serves as a Physical Therapy Rehab Aide at Pivot PT and plans to become a Travel Physical Therapist. Through initiatives focused on mental health, health education, and service, Catherine strives to uplift underserved communities and empower students to lead with confidence and purpose. She aspires to become a Doctor of Physical Therapy and continue advocating for equitable access to care while representing Coppin State University with pride, grace, and service. To learn more about Catherine and her work, connect with her on IG @misscoppinstateuniversity, @csuroyalcourt or visit Coppin.edu.