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New course to prepare the next gen of Trinity students

New course to prepare the next gen of Trinity students

GNED 1111: New life lab to usher in the first-year class going forward
Joshua Mitra, News Reporter April 25, 2024

Although the availability of many classes may fluctuate each year, the arrival of General Education 1111 this fall is the culmination of meticulous planning and preparation by Trinity’s administration. Jamie...

Title IX at Trinity: “The hardest job on campus”

Title IX at Trinity: “The hardest job on campus”

Trinity’s annual CEO report shows 1 out of 29 cases investigated
Joshua Mitra, News Reporter November 9, 2023

Trinity University’s annual chief executive officer (CEO) report indicated that, after students reported 29 cases involving sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating violence or stalking to the Title...

Claire King, first-year neuroscience and computer science double-major, is a student worker at Coates. Photo by Fredric Marmolejo

Coates student workers more visible than ever

New desk location and new dining services allow for new student opportunities
Joshua Mitra, News Reporter October 12, 2023

With all of the changes that have come alongside the recent dining provider replacement, Coates Student Center now has a forward-facing staff of student workers that began at the start of the semester....

COVID: The never-ending policy challenge at Trinity

COVID: The never-ending policy challenge at Trinity

Now endemic, the disease continues to hinder school life with outbreaks
Joshua Mitra, News Reporter October 6, 2023

Now three years removed from the initial outbreak of COVID, the policies surrounding the disease remain a point of discussion within the community. Per current policy, health services highly encourage...

Latinx heritage marked by Viva Las Americas

Latinx heritage marked by Viva Las Americas

Numerous events planned to celebrate Latinx and Hispanic Heritage Month at Trinity
Joshua Mitra, News Reporter September 28, 2023

Sept. 15 to Oct. 15 marks Latinx and Hispanic Heritage Month all around the United States. In honor of this, Trinity University is celebrating the tradition in various ways, spearheaded by the Mexico,...

The death of diversity: DEI offices banned

The death of diversity: DEI offices banned

As DEI at public universities suffer, Trinity’s remains
Joshua Mitra, News Reporter September 21, 2023

On June 14, Gov. Greg Abbott signed a bill that aims at taking down Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) practices and offices at public universities, prohibiting them starting in 2024. The bill also...

Adobe gone: Program privileges taken away

Adobe gone: Program privileges taken away

Adobe products at Trinity are now restrained to computer labs after raise in price
Joshua Mitra, News Reporter September 15, 2023

Trinity University is no longer extending Adobe Creative Cloud rights to students for their personal devices as of this year. The change has already been enacted following a committee decision, with the...

President Beasley speaks at the SGA Wellness Iniative meeting.

SGA pledges landmark $100,000 to initiative

Wellness initiative works to improve student well-being
Joshua Mitra, News Reporter September 7, 2023

On Aug. 23, Trinity’s Student Government Association (SGA) funded a historic investment of $100,000 towards student mental wellness. Pushed by President Vanessa Beasley and her office, the Mental Wellness...

A student checks into Mabee Dining Hall using the new smart kiosks.

Chartwells continues cooking up change

Sustainability and accessibility are at the forefront of Chartwells’ ongoing assimilation
Joshua Mitra, News Reporter August 31, 2023

The incoming reviews of Chartwells have been largely favorable, allowing Trinity’s new dining provider to focus on long-term goals of being eco-friendly and accommodating. Despite plans for Chartwells...

Choir and chamber singers ring out the year

Choir and chamber singers ring out the year

Musical ensembles present “My Footprint on the World” as their final concert
Joshua Mitra, News Reporter April 27, 2023

Trinity University’s Chamber Singers and Choir capped off their musical year with their spring concert, “My Footprint on the World,” on April 25. Dozens of students involved in the concert showcased...

Residential life changes the housing selection system

Residential life changes the housing selection system

Demand for City Vista apartments and North Hall complicates housing choices
Joshua Mitra, News Reporter April 20, 2023

With the high demand for residential areas such as the City Vista Apartments (CV) and North Residence Hall, creating as fair a system as possible for housing registration is a continuous challenge for...

Mabee Dining Hall's familiar Steak n' Shake will be replaced this coming fall.

Goodbye, Steak ‘n Shake. Hello Breakfast and Co.

Aramark-to-Chartwells transition develops with more concrete details revealed
Joshua Mitra, News Reporter April 13, 2023

Steak ‘n Shake is slated to be replaced by Breakfast and Co., with dining services changing to Chartwells in the 2023-2024 school year. This decision demonstrates the commitment of the Student Dining...