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First year working to start Trinity Libertarian group

Subrat Mahapatra February 7, 2014

First year Abigail Russell has begun her Trinity University student career with a movement to add the Libertarian Party as one of the government groups represented on campus. Russell's mom, a steady Republican...

Modern civil rights leader speaks at Trinity for opening of Claude and ZerNona Black Archives

Davis Mathis February 7, 2014

Shirley Franklin may not be the first name that comes to mind when thinking of advancements in racial or sexual equality, but she is important to both and spoke at Trinity University this past Tuesday....

Since opening in 1914, the San Antonio Zoo has grown into 56 acres of land and currently houses over 8,500 animals. The zoo will celebrate its 100th anniversary. Photo taken by Matthew Brink.

San Antonio Zoo celebrates its centennial anniversary

Julie Robinson January 31, 2014

Trinity students have made many great memories at the San Antonio Zoo, so just imagine how many memories have been made there outside of the collective Trinity brain in the zoo's 100 years of existence. This...

Panelists share how their degrees lead to success

Kenneth Caruthers January 31, 2014

When Michelle Bartoniko, "˜08, first arrived at Trinity University, she knew two things for certain: she was going to study abroad, and she was going to major in history. Bartoniko followed through on...

First year William Locke (left) and sophomore Maddie Smith (right) improvised during an improv session hosted by First Time Offenders last Friday. Photo taken by Anh-Viet Dinh.

First Time Offenders tap into the university’s funny bone

Davis Mathis January 31, 2014

Upon seeing an organization named First Time Offenders, the initial response may be concern or just pure curiosity. This is likely the exact response that the improvisation group on campus was hoping...

Trinity graduate starts successful cookie delivery business

Julie Robinson January 31, 2014

"Straight from the oven to your doorstep," or dormstep, is Cookie Cab. Founded by recent Trinity graduate Lauren Pepping and friend Molly Rodenberg, the business has been as hot as their cookies ever...

Artists’ work explores relationship between humans and environment

Davis Mathis January 24, 2014

On Tuesday, Jan. 21, critically acclaimed photography artists Shana and Robert ParkeHarrison gave a lecture on their artwork at Trinity University. They spoke on their art and how they have used the visual...

Trinity University staff member’s ambition translates into Olympic journey to Russia

Subrat Mahapatra January 24, 2014

After an extensive application process and a long wait, Inessa Stepanenko, assistant director of International Student & Scholar Services, leaves for the Winter Olympics tomorrow. "A couple of years...

Mission: Change helps students build upon, test leadership skills

Davis Mathis January 24, 2014

As part of the 2010 Mission: Change program, Trinity students participated in a Bone Marrow Drive, as well as many other programs for the advancement of people. After a hiatus, Mission: Change is back...

Student organizations adjust to new calendar year election cycle for officers

Subrat Mahapatra January 24, 2014

Until this year, Trinity club officers have started in office at the beginning of the academic year. When school starts in August, these officers, either already elected or projected to be elected, take...

Photograph by Jennie Ran.

David Heller will showcase organ at tonight’s faculty recital in chapel

Julie Robinson January 24, 2014

Tonight at 7:30 p.m. David Heller, the university organist and music department chair, will be performing on the organ in Parker Chapel. Prior to his performance, Heller answered some questions about...

Coates Library will hold First Annual Book Collecting Contest

Coates Library will hold First Annual Book Collecting Contest

Julie Robinson January 24, 2014

Calling all book collectors! Coates Library is hosting its First Annual Undergraduate Book Collecting Contest. Participants must own a collection of physical books "“ ebooks will not be considered...