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Humans are not inherently bad

Humans are not inherently bad

It’s easy to be pessimistic about humanity, but it’s also unproductive
Colin Houston, Opinion Columnist April 13, 2023

If you are a human who has existed on this planet at practically any point in history, you have probably heard someone insinuate that humans are inherently evil or harmful. This notion has been the...

Banning TikTok is banning free speech

Banning TikTok is banning free speech

Rachel Oliver, Opinion Editor April 13, 2023

TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew testified before Congress on March 23. During his testimony, House Energy and Commerce Committee members inquired about data security and the app’s negative effects on the mental...

Decolonial discourse and recognizing privilege

Decolonial discourse and recognizing privilege

Shivani Selladurai, Opinion Columnist April 13, 2023

“Decolonization” has made its way from academic discourse to regular jargon, often appropriated as a “woke” add-on to universal activism initiatives. To truly understand colonialism’s systemic...

Drilling our own grave

Drilling our own grave

Approval of the Willow Project is a missed opportunity to do better
Ava Peinhardt, Opinion Columnist April 6, 2023

Over spring break on March 13, President Joe Biden made a decision that would impact the future of millions. His approval of the Willow Project, an oil drilling venture proposed by ConocoPhillips, goes...

City Vista’s recycling is a problem: How do we fix it?

City Vista’s recycling is a problem: How do we fix it?

Ashwini Vivek, Opinion Columnist April 6, 2023

Trinity University seemingly dedicates itself to making our campus more sustainable. From multiple dorm buildings being certified for having an environmentally-conscious design to using recycled water...

Invalidating feelings invalidates a friend

Invalidating feelings invalidates a friend

To be a good friend, you might have to go against a natural instinct — wanting your friend to be continuously happy.
Emma Power, Opinion columnist April 6, 2023

“Don’t get mad!” “Oh, don’t cry!” “It’s OK.” As friends, we say and hear these phrases all the time because we want our friends to always be happy, just like they want the same for us....

Leeroy body pillow with a crown and price tag

The campus bookstore NEEDS to sell LeeRoy body pillows

It’s absurd that these furry snoozing companions don’t already exist
Biya Bontractor, Copy Editor March 30, 2023

This piece is entirely satirical. Read the rest of our April Fool’s edition, the Trinibonian, here. The campus bookstore should consider a release of a brand-new and sought-after commodity: body pillows,...

There’s a new Swashbuckler on campus

There’s a new Swashbuckler on campus

Avast ye! I am making big changes after my ascent to Swashbuckler captaincy
Bolin Bouston, Opinion Colunist March 30, 2023

This piece is entirely satirical. Read the rest of our April Fool’s edition, the Trinibonian, here.  When I was named a captain of Swashbucklers for the upcoming school year last week, I knew it...

Photo from a Sperm and Ova squad advertisement in the October 15, 1982 Trinitonian.

Letter to the editor

Paul Myers, Guest Columnist March 30, 2023

Submitted by Paul Myers, professor of computer science. To the Editor: Every few years a Trinitonian article appears recounting an old Trinity tradition, the Sperm & Ova. This last (March 3)...

Commodifying Women’s History Month

Commodifying Women’s History Month

False, empty promises of female empowerment now available in stores near you
Ava Peinhardt, Opinion Columnist March 23, 2023

Despite its importance, the purpose of Women’s History Month often gets lost in translation by the commodification of themed or limited-edition products that falsely empower women. Modern companies have...

Please, stop telling me to wash my face

Please, stop telling me to wash my face

Companies and the mainstream media need acne-positivity
Rachel Oliver, Opinion Editor March 23, 2023

I got my first pimple in elementary school. My nickname in middle school was pizza face. In high school, I learned to cover up my acne with makeup. I tried everything for my skin: pimple patches, charcoal...

The Laundry Thief: A modern-day Batman

The Laundry Thief: A modern-day Batman

Not the hero we wanted, but maybe the hero we deserve.
Diya Contractor, Copy Editor March 23, 2023

As an eerie feeling crawls up your spine, a force propels your body off your unbelievably uncomfortable twin XL mattress, and you remember you left your laundry in one of the communal machines. Normally,...