More than two years after graduating from Citrus College, former student trustee Sabrina Soriano is learning to be a museum curator and art historian in the hallowed halls of Yale and Oxford.

She spent this most recent summer back in California to intern at the Norton Simon Museum in Pasadena and reflected on her Citrus College experiences that led her to learn in these institutions steeped with history.

“I am incredibly grateful for where my college journey has led me, and especially for the communities that have welcomed me along the way,” Soriano said. “I have been fortunate to learn from people whose work inspires me and whose example continues to shape the student, colleague and person I hope to become.”

While continuing her studies at Yale University, Soriano recently took part in a study abroad experience at the University of Oxford in England.

As a visiting student at Blackfriars Hall, a small academic community on Oxford’s campus, Soriano worked one-on-one with faculty as she studied theology, history and art history. In addition to taking a variety of courses, she began learning French through the Oxford University Language Centre.

For Soriano, one of the semester’s highlights was being selected as a Krasis Scholar at the university’s Ashmolean Museum.

“I was honored to participate as the program’s only visiting student,” Soriano said. “It was an incredible opportunity to learn alongside Oxford students, faculty and museum professionals.”

During her study abroad experience, Soriano was also invited to present her senior essay to faculty, theologians, deans and students at Blackfriars Hall. The presentation led to a productive discussion on the relationship between 19th century French painting and sacred imagery.

In addition to finding new opportunities at Oxford, Soriano continues to shine at Yale University. In summer 2026, she was awarded a Bartels Art Museum Scholar Internship, which supports Yale students pursuing museum careers. Through this internship, Soriano was able to serve as a curatorial intern at the Norton Simon Museum.

“I have been conducting research for the museum’s upcoming exhibition, ‘Manet’s Execution of Maximilian,’ while also working on curatorial research, conservation projects and gallery interpretation,” she said.

Soriano’s successes as an undergraduate student are no surprise, considering how much of an impact she had as a Citrus College student. As an Owl, Soriano served as student trustee and earned multiple honors, including Service Leader of the Year. She was also named as one of 10 students to receive the Key of Knowledge, the college’s highest academic honor.

Looking ahead to the next few months as she wraps up her studies at Yale, Soriano plans to apply for fellowships as well as master’s and doctorate programs.

“I am excited to continue pursuing a career that brings together art history, museum work, research and teaching,” she said.