Jordan Bruce

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Worked on 516 assignments, created 43, named on 3 bylines for Trinitonian.

By (Jordan as managing editor) + 6 others for Trinitonian - 1 min read

Best Margarita: Panchito's and Tomatillo's

Photo credit: Alexandra Parris

graphic by Alex Parris When asked to taste the margarita that Trinity voted best, I was down. When I found out Trinity voted two places as Best Margarita, I was elated. Both Panchitos and Tomatillos have a long list of margaritas on their menus, but for sake of this issue, I decided to go with a classic frozen lime margarita...

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By (Jordan as managing editor) + 7 others for Trinitonian - 2 min read

Best Ice Cream: Amy's Ice Creams

Photo credit: Alexandra Parris

graphic by Alex Parris Conveniently located in the Quarry Market, Amy’s Ice Creams offers flavors from dark chocolate to amaretto and always keeps at least one vegan option on the menu. After choosing your size and ice cream flavor, you can also pick from a variety of “crush-ins” to add to the mix. In my humble opinion, fresh strawberries and...

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By (Jordan as managing editor) + 7 others for Trinitonian - 2 min read

Best Happy Hour: Chisme

Photo credit: Alexandra Parris

graphic by Alex Parris Hot gossip? More like ice cold Chisme. Chisme sits in the middle of what might as well be the most important street for Trinity nightlife — North St. Mary's Street. Beloved for the multitude of affordable bars, a variety of restaurants and the Taco Truck, North St. Mary's Street provides the perfect place for Trinity students...

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By (Jordan as managing editor) + 6 others for Trinitonian - 2 min read

Best Coffee Shop: Summer Moon

graphic by Alex Parris Summer Moon Coffee Bar, serving up unique coffee and sitting squarely at 3233 North Saint Mary's Street, a whopping five minutes from campus, is the coffee shop best for Trinity. Close enough to walk to but far enough to break free of the campus bubble — the location doesn’t have the prettiest architecture, but its area...

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By (Jordan as managing editor) + 7 others for Trinitonian - 1 min read

Best Burger: Burger Boy

Photo credit: Alexandra Parris

graphic by Alex Parris Burger Boy is a no-nonsense burger joint located on North St. Mary’s Street. The tiny little A-frame building feels like something out of a TV show. It is very cute, and like the design of the structure — which also features a drive-thru — the food here is satisfying and simple. The shakes are frothy and...

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By (Jordan as managing editor) + 7 others for Trinitonian - 2 min read

Best Bakery: BIRD Bakery

Photo credit: Alexandra Parris

graphic by Alex Parris The Trinity community has spoken, and your choice for best bakery is BIRD Bakery. After visiting myself, it’s clear to see why. Located right on Broadway, it’s less than a ten-minute drive from campus. BIRD Bakery has a wide array of foods, including breakfast and brunch. From quiches to tuna melts, there’s something for everyone. The...

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By (Jordan as managing editor) + 6 others for Trinitonian - 2 min read

2019 is the year we do better

Welcome back to campus, Tigers. After what was hopefully a peaceful and relaxing winter break, you're back at Trinity with your favorite friends, professors, Aramark employees and exes. We've got a few resolutions for this year, and maybe you do, too. As you might've noticed, we've done a print redesign to freshen up for the new year. We've got new...

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By (Jordan as managing editor) + 6 others for Trinitonian - 6 min read

Cat Alliance deals with abandoned animals

Photo credit: Genevieve Humphreys

Which new cats can stay on campus, and which ones have to go? Mindy Morales, Trinity’s computer aided drafting technician and director of the Cat Alliance, said that the answer is as much up to Trinity’s cats as its humans. To be a campus cat, one must first be accepted by a local colony.“Sometimes, the cats like the newcomer, and...

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By (Jordan as managing editor) + 7 others for Trinitonian - 5 min read

The search for a new Title IX coordinator commences

Photo credit: Genevieve Humphreys

Trinity is currently searching for one person to hold the dual position of compliance officer and Title IX coordinator — a role currently occupied by Pam Johnston. Johnston, who plans to retire in April, also occupies the role of assistant vice president for Human Resources (HR). Instead of hiring one person to replace Johnston, the administration will hire one person...

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By (Jordan as managing editor) + 6 others for Trinitonian - 3 min read

Gamma Chi Delta hosts "Concert for CAMP"

Last Saturday, Trinity students danced at Lush Rooftop as part of a Gamma Chi Delta fundraiser for the San Antonio nonprofit Camp CAMP which provides an accessible and fun summer camp experience for children and adults with disabilities. Attire was semi-formal and drinks were available for students over 21. According to Samantha Lee, a senior Gamma member, the Gammas were...

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