Tria was born in Laos and brings over 17 years of teaching experience to her work as an educator. She holds a Master’s degree in Education from the University of Minnesota–Twin Cities and currently teaches in the Hmong Studies program at Txuj Ci Language and Culture Lower Campus.

Tria is deeply committed to culturally grounded education that uplifts language, identity, and community. Outside the classroom, she enjoys hiking, photography, and creating Hmong-inspired crafts. She is married and is a proud mother of three daughters.