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Saving democracy one book at a time

Saving democracy one book at a time

Michael Fischer discusses his new book, “How Books Can Save Democracy”
Maya Shamansoorian, News Reporter/SGA Reporter January 29, 2026

Michael Fischer, professor of English, discussed his fourth published book, “How Books Can Save Democracy,” at an event hosted by “The Conversation.” James Oberwortman, senior political science...

Trinity exploring AI in the classroom

Trinity exploring AI in the classroom

With the possibility of authorized AI usage, the community weighed in on AI in higher education
Adom Richards and Samara Gerstle January 26, 2026

Trinity is considering AI services for student and faculty use in classrooms, according to Information Technology Services (ITS) officials and emails to faculty. Since last semester, the university has...

Don’t leave Leeroy outside in the cold!

Don’t leave Leeroy outside in the cold!

Students expressed concern with the ResLife process for summer and winter campus housing
Nia LaVoie, News Reporter January 25, 2026

Some Trinity students said they struggled with attaining housing over winter and summer breaks. Residential Life did not provide a response in a reasonable amount of time, the students said, and it increased...

Due to the construction of a new welcome center and event hall, the area between Halsell and Dicke Hall has been fenced off since the Summer of 2024. Construction is scheduled to be complete in the Summer of 2026.

Upper campus projects near completion

New buildings bringing new accommodations are opening on schedule
Jonathan Wang, News Reporter January 25, 2026

Trinity is two years into the construction of the Welcome Center and Event Hall located down Beneski Parkway, projected to open in fall 2026. According to Chief Enrollment Officer Eric Maloof, the project’s...

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Stay warm in your dorm!

Trinity and San Antonio under extreme cold watch and winter storm warning
Julianna Plewes, Pulse Editor January 24, 2026

South central Texas can expect freezing cold from Saturday evening through Monday morning, with a winter storm watch from Saturday to Sunday, according to the National Weather Service (NWS). Campus events...

Arthur C. Brooks speaks in Laurie Auditorium on Nov. 12.

A conversation with Arthur C. Brooks

A prescription for Gen Z is less therapy, more boredom
Ariel Ramirez, Staff Writer November 21, 2025

Gen Z’s unprecedented rates of depression and anxiety aren’t about economic conditions or climate change — they’re about brains “rewired” by technology, according to Arthur C. Brooks, Harvard...

Tap-to-access locks installed at City Vista still not working

Tap-to-access locks installed at City Vista still not working

Residents report issues with opening apartment doors since switch, Tiger Card Office working to fix problems
Julianne Dunn, News Reporter November 20, 2025

Since the Tiger Card Office began replacing City Vista’s physical locks with tap-to-access ones in October, residents have been having problems unlocking and opening their doors. On Sept. 12, the Tiger...

Ron Nirenberg smiles during his Big Announcement.

Nirenberg confirms run for Bexar County Judge

The challenger and incumbent discuss their plans for office
Maya Shamansoorian, News Reporter November 18, 2025

Ron Nirenberg officially announced his bid for Bexar County Judge on Nov. 15, challenging the incumbent Honorable Judge Peter Sakai. Nirenberg was the Mayor of San Antonio from 2017 to 2025 and acknowledged...

Texas Supreme Court rules that ‘sincerely held religious beliefs’ can now exempt judges from marrying LGBTQ+ couples

Texas Supreme Court rules that ‘sincerely held religious beliefs’ can now exempt judges from marrying LGBTQ+ couples

County judge, members of academia and students discuss the possible ramifications of this amendment and SCOTUS’ recent decision regarding gay marriage
Maya ShahMansoorian, News Reporter November 14, 2025

Texas judges can now legally refuse to perform wedding ceremonies if the marriage conflicts with their “sincerely held religious belief.” On Oct. 24, the Texas Supreme Court amended Canon 4 of the...

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