Tricia Sublet | LGT Class of 2026

What influenced your decision to pursue your current field or profession?
I was teaching English in Cambodia when I started learning a lot about human trafficking. I knew I wanted to help survivors in their healing journey, so I decided to go back to school to pursue a Master of Social Work. I wanted to gain more training and learn skills to help others.

What do you enjoy most about Topeka?
The people. When my family moved to Topeka, our community embraced us and made this place “home” for us. I’m so grateful for our community of friends and neighbors that we do life with!

What community project or effort made you feel proud to be involved?
I’m really proud to have helped bring mental health services to the Hi-Crest community. I love watching people regain hope and start their healing journey. I love that I got to help reduce barriers that prevent individuals from getting the support they deserve.

How do you personally define leadership, and has that definition evolved over time?
I remember being a part of a summer program when I was in my twenties and the leader making a comment that he would never ask us to do something he wouldn’t do himself. I really took that to heart and believe that leadership is leading by example in words, action and integrity. It’s about going first in doing the hard things.

What’s one community event you never miss?
I never miss the Summer Fireworks Extravaganza in Hi-Crest. This year it will be rebranded as the Summer Sky Extravaganza and host a professional drone show for the first time! It’s a fun, family-friendly event with something for everyone.

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