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Same-sex parenting is just parenting

Same-sex parenting is just parenting

Shaneeza Hasnani, Opinion Columnist October 14, 2021

"If the child is raised by two gay fathers, he is going to be gay." "It’s weird for children to be around such people." We often hear these stereotypes from people who are homophobic or misunderstand...

Midnight Mass delivers in performance, production

Midnight Mass delivers in performance, production

Known for "The Haunting of Hill House," "The Haunting of Bly Manor," Make Flanagan excels again
Om Dighe October 14, 2021

Mike Flanagan is easily one of the best directors working in the horror genre today. Starting off with the independent films “Absentia,” “Oculus,” “Hush” and “Before I Wake,” he later moved...

Trinity Parkway off Hildebrand opens to campus

Trinity Parkway off Hildebrand opens to campus

New road acts as foundation for Campus Master Plan
Abby Power, News Reporter October 14, 2021

A new road, Trinity Parkway, has opened to the public this month on the far north side of campus off of Hildebrand Avenue. “The concept of the new road started when we purchased City Vista,” said...

University president Danny Anderson announces retirement

University president Danny Anderson announces retirement

Anderson will be retiring in May 2022
Dana Nichols, Editor-in-Chief October 11, 2021

University president Danny Anderson announced his retirement for the end of the academic year in May 2022. Anderson has served as the 19th president of the university since June 2015. “While I am enthusiastic...

They're our funds — so use them

They’re our funds — so use them

Editorial Board October 7, 2021

We students have money burning a hole in our theoretical pocket. Or, more accurately, the pocket of SGA in the form of our student activity funds. Every semester, undergraduate students shell out $150...

It don't mean a thing if it ain't got that Swing (Bums)

It don’t mean a thing if it ain’t got that Swing (Bums)

The club prides itself in being a low-stress environment for dancers of all levels
Jordyn Guzman, Arts reporter October 7, 2021

Founded in 2004, the Trinity Swing Bums is a club that is centered around a shared love for music and dance. Specializing in swing dancing with an emphasis on the fast paced dance, lindy hop, the Swing...

What it costs to be a woman

What it costs to be a woman

How the Pink Tax increases prices for necessities
Shaneeza Hasnani, Opinion Columnist October 7, 2021

To all the cis women out there, do you ever feel a twinge of envy? Envy of cis men who don't have to go through the trouble of living up to society's expectations of what it means to be a girl? Envy of...

University works toward Diversity, Equity and Inclusion goals

University works toward Diversity, Equity and Inclusion goals

Updates on Task Force recommendations, formation of DEI committee in coming months
Abby Power, News Reporter October 7, 2021

As the nation continues to reckon with calls to end systemic racism and privilege, Trinity is making progress on its promise to “implement practices in pursuit of an inclusive campus for all students,...

Conference competition begins for football

Conference competition begins for football

The Tigers kick off conference play by beating Berry 27-6
Luke Terry, Sports Reporter October 7, 2021

Through three games this season, it’s clear to see why the Trinity football team was picked to finish atop the Southern Athletic Association (SAA). They dominated Macalester College and Texas Lutheran...

Tigers for Life, TU Pro Choice react to S.B. 8 abortion ban

Tigers for Life, TU Pro Choice react to S.B. 8 abortion ban

Members from both clubs voiced opinions on Sept. 20 through tabling and counter-protests
Emma Utzinger, News Reporter October 7, 2021

On Monday, Sept. 20, Tigers for Life launched a tabling event for mental health awareness. Reacting to this and the recently passed S.B. 8 abortion ban, TU Pro Choice set up a counter-protest. Both...

The harsh reality of the "tortured artist"

The harsh reality of the “tortured artist”

Great pain makes great art — but at what cost?
Mai Vo, Opinion Columnist October 7, 2021

Great pain makes great art. There is no doubt about it. At some point in my childhood, I spent several hours a day practicing the piano in preparation for competitions and examinations, squeezing that...

Tiger Learning Commons provides academic support amid midterms

Tiger Learning Commons provides academic support amid midterms

Students can find discipline-focused assistance through multiple offerings
Mikayla Mullin, Pulse Reporter October 7, 2021

If you have a ten page paper that needs editing, a calculus problem that you just can’t make sense of, or you just need help getting a handle on your classes this semester, you can visit the Trinity...