Greek life is an important part of many Trinity students' college experience, but it is not only limited to social fraternities and sororities. Many other types of clubs — ranging from service to professional to academic — also form a major part of students' lives on campus. Phi Sigma Pi (PSP) is a National Academic Honors Fraternity and Zeta Tau...

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photo by Genevieve Humphreys"The Chemistry Department believes that the best way to learn chemistry is to do chemistry, and the best way to do chemistry is in the research laboratory," wrote Chris Pursell, professor and chair of the Department of Chemistry, in an email. To accomplish this goal, the department offers a variety of research opportunities for students."All chemistry faculty...

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Illustration by Andrea NebhutA recent Washington Post article covered the changing legislation in Baltimore that would allow universities such as John Hopkins to shift from their current security force to a private police force — which is the model we have at Trinity. Many families and students in Baltimore opposed the legislation, arguing that it could worsen tensions towards minority...

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Photo provided by Sandra NguyenStudents sat listening to the performances of their musically-inclined peers, stood around the Coates Esplanade chatting, and even tried foods which may have been foreign to them such as Vietnamese egg rolls or snacks from an Ethiopian food truck. The Trinity community had many opportunities to explore a taste of diverse cultures at TDC's annual event,...

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Illustration by Andrea NebhutCats, condoms, Jesus dressed in Spurs memorabilia — what do all of these have in common, you may ask? Well, they're just a few of the designs that have been engraved on Fiesta medals for the San Antonio celebration. Heather Haynes Smith, associate professor of education, began collecting Fiesta medals when her son was born."The Viva bus...

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Illustration by Genevieve Humphreys"While you're at college, the most important thing you can do outside of the classroom is to start building your personal panel of advisers, and your mentor can be one these people," said Katie Storey, Young Alumni and Student Programs coordinator. The 1869 Scholars mentorship program, created to connect and pair students to alumni mentors and develop...

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Photo provided by Mattea ZeinstraChildren and students laughed around ping pong tables. Yellow and red balloons adorned the Calgaard Gym of the Bell Athletic Center. A DJ played upbeat music on a decorated stage. On Saturday, March 23, from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. the TigerThon Miracle Network Dance Marathon took place to raise money for the Children's Hospital of...

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Photo provided by Danyal TahseenWhen spring break comes around every year, Trinity students have many different plans, whether it is heading home, traveling or even staying on campus. However, a small number of students apply and are selected to partake in what is known as Tiger Breaks. Scott Brown, assistant director of Service-Learning and Undergraduate Research and Experiential Learning, has...

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Photo provided by Lisa VetyuhovaAfter many semesters of talk about creating a Russian Club, a few students have finally taken the initiative to put the idea into effect. Brian Holmes — senior English and Russian double major — reached out to Lisa Vetyuhova last semester hoping to get the ball rolling."I took the initiative last semester to finally start it...

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Photo by Genevieve HumphreysWhen you walk into the Diversity and Inclusion Office (DIO) — nestled behind the stairs of the Coates Center — you will find a cozy open space with tables, a decorated white board and chairs where students might be working or simply hanging out together between classes. The DIO provides resources and a safe space for all...

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