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MANUAL shows systemic inadequacy of mental health care

MANUAL shows systemic inadequacy of mental health care

Jack Maxwell, Opinion Columnist February 29, 2024

As part of its flagship mental health initiative funded by SGA last semester, Trinity’s Wellness Services has partnered with MANUAL, a mental health app and website focused on improving the mental well-being...

Students enjoying the Black Essence Festival  looking at informational posters

Black Essence Festival energizes community

Modifications are made to the third festival in the now-yearly event
Harper Horn-Clegg, News Reporter February 29, 2024

Trinity’s Black Student Union (BSU), in collaboration with Trinity Diversity Connection (TDC), hosted the third Black Essence Festival on Prassel Lawn this past weekend. They introduced informational...

Trinity has us drowning in water waste woes

Trinity has us drowning in water waste woes

Ava Peinhardt, Managing Editor February 29, 2024

It’s that time of year again: the mountain laurels are blooming, temperatures are climbing … and sprinklers across campus are running for all hours of the day. Just this Tuesday, on my way to and from...

Crossword 3/1 - Test your sports knowledge

Crossword 3/1 – Test your sports knowledge

Caleb Reed, Sports Editor February 29, 2024

Across 5. Team Coach Urban beat in the NFC Conference Championship 7. How many years has it been since the last NCAA Football game came out? 9. What team did Shohei Ohtani sign with? 11. When a player...

Previously, on SGA: Dining and ResLife and Block Party and SGA allocation increase and constitutional review, oh my!

Previously, on SGA: Dining and ResLife and Block Party and SGA allocation increase and constitutional review, oh my!

Sarah Fisher, Editor-in-Chief February 29, 2024

This SGA meeting took place on February 28th, 2024 Climate Check Senior Senator Lucy Orosco asked if anything could be done about the very old library charging ports, and President Danny Nguyen notified...

Are professional sports fixed? (Spoiler alert: sort of)

Are professional sports fixed? (Spoiler alert: sort of)

How the relentless pursuit of profit has affected pro sports officiating
Colin Houston, Opinion Columnist February 22, 2024

If you ask someone who doesn’t watch sports to imitate a sports fan, they’re likely to say something along the lines of “Come on, ref!” Complaining about referees is comically common among fans,...

Kristen Harrison: A leader for student sports

Kristen Harrison: A leader for student sports

For seven years, Kristen Harrison has been a gateway to IM, club athletics.
John Thweatt, Sports Reporter February 22, 2024

At Trinity University, intramural (IM) and club sports are vital to the community. Whether it’s basketball, volleyball, flag football or rugby, these sports are great opportunities for students to connect...

Having lost three key players since the last season, the state of the teams future pitching is uncertain.

Tiger Baseball is back again

Tiger baseball begins new season looking to repeat conference championship
Cole Isaacson, Sports Reporter February 22, 2024

Tiger Baseball comes into this season with the energy of a conference champion. Last season, the team went 31-16 en route to a conference title and an appearance in the NCAA postseason. Trinity ultimately...

Amazons “Mr. & Mrs. Smith” is a great espionage rom-com

Amazon’s “Mr. & Mrs. Smith” is a great espionage rom-com

Donald Glover and Maya Erskine lead this Trojan horse of a show that disguises its relationship dramedy as a spy story
Om Dighe, Arts & Entertainment Columnist February 22, 2024

“Mr. & Mrs. Smith” is a Prime Video spy comedy-drama from creators Donald Glover (“Atlanta”) and Francesca Sloane. Loosely based on the 2005 film of the same name, the show follows the titular...

Trinity’s English faculty recommend their favorite novels

Trinity’s English faculty recommend their favorite novels

Three professors share their passion and admiration for literature
Lottie Correia, Arts Reporter February 22, 2024

Trinity University’s English professors have encountered a wide range of literature in their studies and in their work. Here, three share their book recommendations that reflect their passion for their...

Swifties comment on the star’s environmental impact

Swifties comment on the star’s environmental impact

Fans walk a thoughtful line between support and criticism
Lara Lashus, Arts & Entertainment Columnist February 22, 2024

Scrutiny over pop star Taylor Swift’s private jet use and associated carbon emissions has been increasing this past year alongside her fame, attracting attention to her global image and impact. Her celebrity...

Imposter syndrome: That feeling plaguing college students

Imposter syndrome: That feeling plaguing college students

Students share their experiences battling with and overcoming imposter syndrome
Omar Ratrut, Pulse Reporter February 22, 2024

While college students are often faced with common university-related ailments like frat flu, athlete’s foot and the occasional hangover-induced migraine, some may deal with more psychological phenomena....

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