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The Student News Site of Trinity University

Trinitonian

The Student News Site of Trinity University

Trinitonian

Prassel Laundry Room

The “price” of laundry

Does free laundry mean dirtier rooms?
Monica Martinez, News Reporter November 14, 2024

Used dryer sheets, gray lint and lost socks are not uncommon sights when you use a laundry room on campus. Laundry services were included in student’s tuition starting in the fall of the 2023-2024...

"Prayers for her! This bitch just got SLAMMED" photo by anonymous fizz post

GOLF CART HITS TWO PEDESTRIANS

Alumni visit takes a turn for the worse after collision
Ngoc Minh Thu Nguyen, News Reporter November 14, 2024

On Oct. 28, a golf cart hit two women on the pedestrian walkways between Miller Fountain and Marrs McLean Science Center. This was the first time an incident of this kind occurred on campus. Kira Kruegler,...

What teacher’s convention?

What teacher’s convention?

David Stovall speaks on Critical Race Theory
Monica Martinez, News Reporter November 14, 2024

Educators from the United States, Mexico and Canada gathered in Laurie Auditorium on Nov. 8 to end the first day of the Trinational Coalition in Defense of Public Education Conference. The opening speaker...

Wheels go round, prices go up

Wheels go round, prices go up

University van prices rise from last semester, and clubs struggle to find funds
Keira Cahill, News Reporter November 14, 2024

Last spring, Trinity University’s Outdoor Recreation Club began planning trips for the Fall 2024 semester. The process seemed unremarkable from years past, and OREC seemed on track to finalize plans....

TUPD responds to drunk driving crash outside of Witt Center

TUPD responds to drunk driving crash outside of Witt Center

TUPD responds to the accident with the help of student awareness
Robin Bernal, News Reporter November 7, 2024

On Oct. 17, a woman unaffiliated with Trinity University under the influence of drugs and alcohol drove off Highway 281, turned onto campus and crashed into the railing in front of the Robert R. Witt Reception...

Cranky Potties, Cranky Bodies

Cranky Potties, Cranky Bodies

Recent sewage leaks in Herndon have raised questions about the efficacy of Trinity’s plumbing
Keira Cahill, News Reporter November 7, 2024

On Oct. 22, Joscelyn Flores Silva, first-year neuroscience major, found a problem with her plumbing system. After the toilet was flushed in her Harold D. Herndon Hall residence, it began to leak sewage...

TigerPaws or Tiger Pause?

TigerPaws or Tiger Pause?

Some students say the site is running on fumes, admins say talk to ITS
Ngoc Minh Thu Nguyen, News Reporter November 7, 2024

Spring 2025 registration is open from Nov. 11 to Nov. 26, and during that time TigerPaws is essential for students to search and register for classes. However, students report that the website often runs...

Senior Ben Cooper picks up his food at Taste of San Antonio.

Where’s Singhs?

Why some restaurants haven’t made a comeback in Coates Student Center
Monica Martinez, News Reporter November 7, 2024

Taste of San Antonio (ToSA) is a popular dining option for students, but since the beginning of the semester, past restaurants have failed to return and new food options such as grilled cheese and acai...

YCT’s speaker sparks organized PRIDE protest

YCT’s speaker sparks organized PRIDE protest

Controversial figure Riley Gaines spoke as students gathered in protest
Katie Amdur, News Reporter October 31, 2024

On Oct. 28, professional athlete and political figure Riley Gaines gave a speech in Trinity University’s Chapman Auditorium. Gaines’ rhetoric sparked a protest in favor of transgender rights. As...

Actor in skull mask at Haunted Hall

Swashbucklers hold 18th annual Haunted Hall

Keira Cahill, News Reporter October 31, 2024

On Oct. 25 from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m., the Swashbucklers living community hosted their annual Haunted Hall. The Swashbucklers, or Swash, is a pirate-themed sober living community that holds a Haunted Hall...

Phi Delta Kappa alumni and actives gather for group photo at Trinity Tailgat

Tigers return to their den

Trinity Alumni weekend celebrates connections
Ngoc Minh Thu Nguyen, News Reporter October 31, 2024

This year’s Trinity University Alumni Weekend took place from Oct. 24-27 with over 1,000 alumni and friends of Trinity in attendance. Several activities such as Block Party, Alumni Career Engagement...

Dr. Browne teaching Nurturing Hope workshop

Ireland to Texas

Trinity professor helps bring Northern Ireland curriculum to Trinity
Monica Martinez, News Reporter October 31, 2024

Through two Fulbright scholarships at Queen’s University Belfast, Ireland, Jenny Browne, poet and professor of English, has traveled and worked in Northern Ireland. Now, with the help of fellow San Antonio...