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Trinity has betrayed students’ trust

Trinity has betrayed students’ trust

Nathan Darsch, Opinion Columnist November 11, 2021

Now that the semester is drawing to a close, Trinity students and administration have the opportunity to look back at the COVID regulations of the past few months and see how they fared. On one hand,...

Alumni Weekend Balloon Arch

Alumni weekend causes controversy after attendees seen indoors without masks

Pictures circulated showing attendees without masks, sparking student frustration
Caitlin Huisman, News Reporter November 11, 2021

Trinity University’s Alumni Weekend is an annual event that invites Trinity University alumni back to campus to reunite with their classmates and participate in weekend festivities. However, the 2021...

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Students engage with local refugee community through gardening

Mikayla Mullin, Pulse Reporter November 11, 2021

This semester, the Introduction to International Studies class (INTL-1301) is getting out of the classroom and into the real world. Instead of just learning about the plight of today’s refugees, they’re...

Tigers defeat Southwestern in SCAC Volleyball Championship

Tigers defeat Southwestern in SCAC Volleyball Championship

Trinity secures a bid for the National Championship after taking the Conference title
Luke Terry, Sports Reporter November 11, 2021

The energy in Calgaard Gymnasium was palpable after a tip from senior middle blocker Emily Ellis dropped among a sea of Pirates from Southwestern University. Leading 22-20, and already ahead in the match...

Opinion: Houston loses, America wins

Opinion: Houston loses, America wins

2017 scandal still leaves a bitter taste in the mouths of fans four years later. Was it worth it?
Caleb Reed, Sports Reporter November 11, 2021

The scene was set — bottom of the ninth, one on first, two outs. 10:30 p.m. in Houston, Texas, in game six of the World Series. It’s a cast of characters that you would never have expected. Seeing...

Aramark: Here to stay or going away?

Aramark: Here to stay or going away?

Campus dining services criticized by Tigers Against Aramark
Abby Power, News reporter November 11, 2021

On Oct. 21, the guest opinion article Tigers Against Aramark: The Next Step in Re-Imagining Dining On-Campus was released in the Trinitonian. Authors and Tigers Against Aramark (TAA) members Rachel Poovathoor,...

Carefully representing grief in Marvel’s “WandaVision”

Carefully representing grief in Marvel’s “WandaVision”

Viewers can find solace in Marvel’s critically acclaimed short series
Ayden Smith, Arts Reporter November 8, 2021

I am usually behind the times when it comes to popular television shows and movies, and my ability to keep up has only gotten worse with the emergence of countless streaming services. For instance, I watched...

It’s time for children’s TV to live up to its potential

It’s time for children’s TV to live up to its potential

Children’s shows have the opportunity to teach empathy and soft skills
Ashwini Vivek, Opinion Columnist November 4, 2021

In a world where devices are necessary for everyday life, it’s almost impossible for a child to grow up without television. With so much exposure, television offers a great way for kids to learn, not...

In Defense of Krysten Sinema and Joe Manchin

In Defense of Krysten Sinema and Joe Manchin

Democrats must present a united front for success
Ben Falcon, Opinion Columnist November 4, 2021

Since Biden proposed his three-part Build Back Better plan, valued at $7 trillion, support for Republican control of Congress has risen steadily. Moreover, President Biden’s popularity has dropped 10...

An inclusive campus needs gender neutral restrooms

An inclusive campus needs gender neutral restrooms

Editorial Board November 4, 2021

As Trinity makes big steps toward fulfilling its Campus Master Plan with the construction of the Halsell Center and the up-and-coming Dicke Hall, there is great potential for smaller changes that can help...

Coach Julie Jenkins surpassed a historic 1,000 career wins

Coach Julie Jenkins surpassed a historic 1,000 career wins

TU Athletics celebrates Coach Jenkin’s 1,000th career win with a surprise tribute
Alejandra Gerlach, Sports Reporter November 4, 2021

This Oct. 30, after finishing the regular season with a victory against Southwestern University, Volleyball Head Coach Julie Jenkins received a special surprise to celebrate 1,000 career wins. After...

Musician spotlight: Emily Averyt’s musical problem solving

Musician spotlight: Emily Averyt’s musical problem solving

Growing as a person through years of playing violin
Savannah Wahlgren, Arts Editor November 4, 2021

Emily Averyt, a junior violin performance and biology double major, has been playing violin since she was just five years old. Raised by parents who are both violinists, Averyt has been surrounded by music...