The following covers the meeting on Jan. 23. CLIMATE CHECK Judicial chair Julia Jameson, junior, pointed out the bad smell on the first floor of Coates Student Center. Adviser Jamie Thompson explained that an office had flooded and that the building has had a strange odor since she was a student. Thompson said that the smell is perhaps due to...

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Photo by Genevieve Humphreys "Resistance is a muscle to be exercised."These are the words of Ijeoma Oluo, the speaker for the 2019 Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Lecture. Oluo spoke to a crowd of Trinity students and community members about the legacy of King and what his activism means in today's society. Alli Roman, director of the Diversity and Inclusion...

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graphic by Alex Parris Looking for a bar that speaks to the punk, grungy soul inside of you? Faust Tavern calls from the safety of St. Mary's Strip, tucked away from the street crowds and drowning out the world with alternative rock. Take note — this tavern is not for the faint of heart. The inside bar has limited seats,...

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There are many reasons why students visit Counseling Services; anxiety is often one of them. Students frequently come to me after having received a whole host of mixed messages. Most are aware of the rising national prevalence of anxiety among college students. As a result, they receive messages about “self-care” and “making mental health a priority.” On the other hand,...

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graphic by Alex Parris Green Vegetarian Cuisine and its '80s playlist has that Mabee vibe we all love but the vegetarian and vegan options we're all missing. Located in the Pearl, Green’s unique mix of Texas-inspired decor with brightly-colored chalk-drawn vegetables on the walls makes the restaurant stand out among its pricier competitors. The conveniently located restaurant offers a variety...

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graphic by Alex Parris When going to Lux Salon to get a haircut, I appreciated the stylish decor — the colorful paintings on the walls and the checkerboard ceiling were appealing from a design perspective. In addition, the music was also a highlight (Ha! Hair pun!) of my experience. Vintage Frank Sinatra tunes from the Scott Bradlee's Postmodern Jukebox station...

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graphic by Alex Parris The first thing you'll notice about Boysville Auxiliary Thrift when you walk in the door is how spacious and open it is. Located just across the street from the Olmos Park H-E-B, this thrift store avoids the closed-off, claustrophobic feel many other thrift stores tend to have. The open concept with ample natural lighting is just...

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graphic by Alex Parris The votes are in! Located less than half of a mile from campus, it's no wonder Pizza Classics has staked its claim as the Best Pizza for Trinity. Not only is the location convenient, but the buy-one-get-one-free pizza deal does wonders for any college student's wallet. Don’t be fooled by the name “Pizza Classics,” for the...

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graphic by Alex Parris Rosemont is the ideal off-campus housing for seniors. Within walking distance to campus and not as expensive as City Vista, it's a winning combination. I'm currently living in a three-bedroom apartment in Rosemont with three of my best friends. We've loved being able to walk and bike to campus and the Olmos Park H-E-B. Some of...

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graphic by Alex Parris Mama’s Kitchen, Trinity students’ favorite Mexican restaurant, boasts "110 percent Mexican food." Located in a strip mall on Hildebrand just four minutes west of Trinity, Mama’s Kitchen is a small local restaurant. It offers dozens of extremely affordable and high-quality options and is a must-visit for any Trinity student looking for a Mexican breakfast with variety...

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