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O-Team: Friends, Folx and First-Years

O-Team: Friends, Folx and First-Years

O-Team members share the importance of first-year orientation in the acclimation process
Omar Ratrut, Pulse Reporter August 31, 2023

On Aug.18, Trinity welcomed a new class of first-year students, all of whom are just as excited to learn as they are eager for this next chapter of life. As an incoming first-year student, acclimating...

Cassidy Maclean, sophomore, attended Swift's show in Houston.

Sidewalk Symposium: A not so Cruel Summer

Students share the impact Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour made on their summer.
Omar Ratrut, Pulse Reporter August 31, 2023

Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour made its monumental debut in March 2023. The landmark performance commemorating each of Swift’s 10 albums or “eras” amassed a historic audience that took pop culture by...

Staying cool as the shows bring the heat

Staying cool as the shows bring the heat

Tips from Trinity students on how to stay safe during the summer concert season
Aubrey Jackson, Arts & Entertainment Reporter August 31, 2023

Despite record-breaking temperatures, this summer’s heat has not stopped music lovers from going to concerts, even at outdoor venues. While personal safety is a factor at any concert or large gathering,...

The stories and highlights of the Women's World Cup: What it means for the future of women’s soccer

The stories and highlights of the Women’s World Cup: What it means for the future of women’s soccer

Drama and intrigue made the ninth rendition of the Women’s World Cup such a pivotal event for women’s soccer.
Scott Lebo, Sports Reporter August 31, 2023

The ninth Women's World Cup came to a close on Aug. 20 after the Spanish women’s national team defeated the English team by a score of 1-0, earning the Spanish team their first title. This tournament,...

"Barbie” is not a revolutionary masterclass in feminism

“Barbie” is not a revolutionary masterclass in feminism

Basic feminist ideas may be reductive but they still introduce audiences to some feminism
Lottie Correia, Arts Reporter August 31, 2023

Although “Barbie” displays feminist ideas, it lacks intersectionality and simplifies what it means to be a woman or person assigned female at birth (AFAB) living under patriarchy. The film sticks to...

A look at new deans behind the scenes

A look at new deans behind the scenes

New deans allow for more communication and collaboration between departments
Monica Martinez, News Reporter August 31, 2023

On June 1, Trinity transitioned to a four-school academic system, introducing the School of Arts and Humanities, School of Science, Engineering and Mathematics, School of Social Science and Civic Engagement...

President Beasley and members of the Trinity community cut the ribbon at the Chapman rededication ceremony.

Trinity rededicates new Chapman Center

Chapman’s reopening reflects the values of student engagement and a liberal arts education
Eve Slemp, News Reporter August 31, 2023

From dark and mysterious halls, to now one of Trinity’s most modern and historically significant buildings, the Chapman Center turned the page to its next chapter: inviting students into its new, welcoming...

Previously, on SGA: Mental wellness initiative fully funded

Previously, on SGA: Mental wellness initiative fully funded

The following covers the meeting on August 23.
Rachel Oliver, Managing Editor August 28, 2023

Climate Check: Before opening climate check, President Danny Nguyen welcomed the new SGA co-advisor and interim associate dean of students, Bernadette Buchanan, and President Vanessa Beasley to the...

Sidewalk Symposium — Senior Spotlight

Alejandra Gerlach, Managing Editor April 27, 2023

As the school year draws to a close and students begin preparing for summer plans, the Class of 2023 is looking forward to entering the world diplomas in hand. The Trinitonian asked senior students around...

DJ for the MAS Quince, DJ Ponce, snaps a photo of attendees.

Latinx Leadership throws belated quince for MAS

Series of events ends in party for the anniversary of the Mexico, the Americas and Spain program
Catherine Zarr, Pulse Editor April 27, 2023

The Calgaard Gym was transformed into a long overdue quinceañera (quince) for the Mexico, the Americas and Spain (MAS) program on Friday, April 21. Organized primarily by first-years Nayeli Aleman and...

The NCAA should pay its athletes

The NCAA should pay its athletes

How is this not common sense?
Colin Houston, Opinion Columnist April 27, 2023

A majority of colleges and universities in the United States have athletic programs whose athletes generate significant revenue for their schools and the National Collegiate Athletics Association (NCAA)....

Voting: What you don’t know will hurt you

Voting: What you don’t know will hurt you

Your fear is not an excuse for a lack of trying
Diya Contractor, Opinion Columnist April 27, 2023

Over the last few years, the political climate has been an actualization of my nightmares. From Kanye West’s presidential candidacy to heads of state trading making nuclear war threats via Twitter, the...