Faculty Highlights: Ms. Traill

by Sophia Galante ’22

Wyoming Seminary is a place where both faculty and students are tremendous  parts of the atmosphere it provides. But how much do we really know about our teachers and faculty? The people who provide us with lessons in and out of the classroom are more interesting than they let on. Ms. Traill is a great example of that.

1.What’s your favorite thing about Sem?

No two kids have the same schedule. We have an amazing variety of classes, and I love that kids make a lot of use out of that.

2.What was your favorite subject in school?

I got my highest grade in English, but my two favorites were Physics and German.

3.Do you have a favorite animal?

Yes, elephants. They’re beautiful and noble.

4.What are two things you’d bring to a desert island?

A notebook with an attached pencil and a freezer.

5.If you could eat one food for the rest of your life, what would it be?

Guacamole. But, if sandwiches count as one food, I would say sandwiches.

6.Who’s always been your biggest inspiration?

Virginia Woolf. It would have been very easy for her to lead a very safe, conventional life, but she insisted on being true to herself and making things difficult for herself, struggling with mental illness. She lived with beauty, artistry, bravery, and rebellion with her work.

7.What’s your lucky number, and why?

11 and 19. My birthday numbers.

8.What’s the most beautiful place you’ve ever visited?

Morocco. I went there with my sister. It was so beautiful and fascinating to visit.