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This week, while the San Antonio Water System tested Trinity’s water recycling systems, the fountain in front of Chapman Graduate Center, as well as other fountains around campus, turned a peculiar yellow-green color. Once the test was completed, all the water filtered back to its natural shade. Photo by Anh-Viet Dinh.

Trinity fountains go green, literally

Caleb Franzmann September 28, 2012

The "green dye" test used by the City of San Antonio ensures that there is no risk of cross connection between potable water and recycled water on campus and is responsible for the abnormal coloring...

At the San Antonio Zoo you can do many things with your family including feeding these colorful Lories from your hand.

Family time in and around San Antonio

Paul Cuclis September 28, 2012

Family weekend is coming up, and those that have relatives coming into San Antonio are probably starting to wonder where they should take their parents and siblings. Here are just a few suggestions...

Chris Magee, director of the Trinity University Jazz Ensemble, leads the group during rehearsal in the music hall under Laurie Auditorium. Photo by Matthew Brink.

Jazz ensemble welcomes director

Joe O'Connell September 28, 2012

Chris Magee, a Virginia native, has taken the role as director of the Trinity University Jazz Ensemble. Magee received his bachelor's and master's in music from James Madison University and his...

Scott Tinker,  state geologist of Texas and head of the Texas Beureau of Economic Geology, introduces his movie “Switch.”  The video addresses the current energy situation and what we have to look forward to in the future. Photo by James Shultz

Making the switch: documentary film educates on energy

Kenneth Caruthers September 28, 2012

It can be found everywhere, but people are still looking for more of it. People cannot live without it, so governments are constantly seeking out the cheapest solution for it. Heated arguments commonly...

In its previous told, the Skyline Room provided space for on and off=-campus groups to host formal lunches and dinners as well as providing buffet-style dining for smaller parties. Following renovations, the room will ofter bistro-style dining. The renovated room is tentatively scheduled to open some time in October. Photo by James Shultz.

Renovated Skyline Room scheduled to open in October

Ian Halter September 28, 2012

The Tiger's Den, located beneath the Fiesta Room, has long served as a spot for campus groups to hold events where alcohol will be served. With the new renovations to the Skyline Room, the Tiger's...

Photo Gallery: Women's soccer competes with University of Dallas

Photo Gallery: Women’s soccer competes with University of Dallas

Sarah Cooper September 27, 2012

The Trinity women's soccer team played against University of Dallas on Saturday, Sept. 21. Read about how the Tigers did this weekend in this Friday's issue. Photography by Sarah Cooper.

I hate all of them equally... Facebook slightly less because it can be useful.

Sidewalk Symposium: What is your favorite form of social media?

James Shultz September 25, 2012

What is your favorite form of social media? Compiled by James Shultz.

Still pools of water, like the puddle above, are ideal places for mosquitoes to lay their eggs. Trinity is fighting the spread of mosquito-borne illness, West Nile Virus specifically, by eliminating stagnant water around campus. Photo by James Shultz.

West Nile Virus invades San Antonio, Trinity increases precautionary measures

Faith Ozer September 21, 2012

After an outbreak in Texas, West Nile Virus has finally made its way into Bexar county these past few days, even claiming a few lives. However, with the proper precautions, Trinity students are protected. After...

Marrs McLean kitten, Twix, tries to steal a bit of my coffee after a long five minutes of greeting and being played with by visitors. Twix is a new addition to the cat population on campus. Photo by James Shultz.

Close encounters of the furred kind

Joe O'Connell September 21, 2012

Students walking by Marrs McLean may have noticed a small, inconspicuous white sign on the makeshift wooden walkway leading up to the building. Upon further inspection, the sign explains the presence...

Senior, Francisco Escobedo, senior, Salvator Perdomo, and junior, Gerardo Hernandez fight for the lead at the Alamo City Opener. Photo Jake Shultz.

Cross country has strong showing at Rice invitational

Chloe Pope-Levison September 21, 2012

Last Friday night, the Trinity men's and women's cross-country teams recorded top-notch performances against Division I and Division II opponents at the Rice Invitational. "Both sides ran very well,...

Senior midfielder Lindsay Euers controls the ball while fighting off a defender in the home game against OLLU. Photo by Anh-Viet Dinh.

Women’s soccer wins first home game

Chloe Pope-Levison September 21, 2012

In the home opener of the 2012 season, the Trinity women's soccer team defeated Our Lady of the Lake University 3-0 on Friday night, earning their third straight shutout of the season. "I think...

Sophomore and Trinity Idol winner Britani Bulloch (left) stands with the other finalists sophomores Mason Walker (center) and Rex Simmons (right). Photo by Aidan Kirksey

Stars shine at Trinity Idol

Lauren Wilks September 21, 2012

After sifting through Trinity Idol's biggest applicant pool ever, Mu Phi Epsilon, Trinity's music fraternity, selected 10 diverse finalists for this year's performance. The group, which featured a...