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21 Grads From '21
Page 32-33: From Taiwan to Washington, D.C., to right here in San Antonio, the Class of 2021 is making its mark on the world. Trinity graduates have taken the problem-solving, communication, and critical thinking skills that come from a liberal arts education and paved their own paths, landing new jobs, internships, postgraduate studies, fellowships, and service opportunities.
In fact, 98% of the undergraduates from the Class of 2021 achieved such outcomes within six months of graduating, marking the University’s highest outcome rate in recorded history. Armed with assistance from Career Services, collaborations with faculty, and the resilience developed from pushing through the challenges of a global pandemic, several graduates are creating success stories from the culmination of their undergraduate experiences. These graduates represent only some of the incredible outcomes that the Class of 2021 has achieved so far:
In fact, 98% of the undergraduates from the Class of 2021 achieved such outcomes within six months of graduating, marking the University’s highest outcome rate in recorded history. Armed with assistance from Career Services, collaborations with faculty, and the resilience developed from pushing through the challenges of a global pandemic, several graduates are creating success stories from the culmination of their undergraduate experiences. These graduates represent only some of the incredible outcomes that the Class of 2021 has achieved so far:
Hands-On Humanities
Page 34-38: “So, what are you going to do with a liberal arts degree?”
This age-old question has followed humanities majors since the dawn of, well, humanities majors. Yet to those who haven’t delicately cracked open the chipped spine of a centuries-old manuscript, or who haven’t challenged a historical perspective with inclusive research, or who haven’t questioned ideas and issues in a reasoned pursuit of fundamental truths— the question may be more complex than they thought.
What are we doing with our l...
This age-old question has followed humanities majors since the dawn of, well, humanities majors. Yet to those who haven’t delicately cracked open the chipped spine of a centuries-old manuscript, or who haven’t challenged a historical perspective with inclusive research, or who haven’t questioned ideas and issues in a reasoned pursuit of fundamental truths— the question may be more complex than they thought.
What are we doing with our l...
21 Grads from '21
From Taiwan to Washington, D.C., to right here in San Antonio, the Class of 2021 is making its mark on the world. Trinity graduates have taken the problem-solving, communication, and critical thinking skills that come from a liberal arts education and paved their own paths, landing new jobs, internships, postgraduate studies, fellowships, and service opportunities.
In fact, 98% of the undergraduates from the Class of 2021 achieved such outcomes within six months of graduating, marking the Unive...
In fact, 98% of the undergraduates from the Class of 2021 achieved such outcomes within six months of graduating, marking the Unive...
Raining Red
The forest was humid the day we left our campsite, the sky smothered by blankets of fog and the trees stained red from the rain. We moved quickly and quietly. Teddy said that if we made a sound, the others would find us.
The girls and I crouched carefully behind him. He raised his fist abruptly. We halted. His jaw clenched as he examined whatever was below him, and I felt my heart tighten. He bowed his head in defeat.
When I reached his side, I felt the air leave my lungs. The bodies were...
The girls and I crouched carefully behind him. He raised his fist abruptly. We halted. His jaw clenched as he examined whatever was below him, and I felt my heart tighten. He bowed his head in defeat.
When I reached his side, I felt the air leave my lungs. The bodies were...
Trinity Names Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs: Student Success
Earlier this year, Jennifer Henderson, communication professor and former chair of the Department of Communication, was named Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs: Student Success. Since June 2021, she held the interim appointment for this position, which has been retitled from the post Michael Soto used to hold as Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs: Student Academic Issues and Retention.
Henderson herself suggested that this position be retitled to better fit the spirit of...
Henderson herself suggested that this position be retitled to better fit the spirit of...
Class of ’21 Making Their Mark
Through the undergraduate Class of 2021, Trinity University has achieved its highest recorded positive outcome rate. According to the Center for Experiential Learning and Career Services (CELCS), 98% of May ’21 undergraduates with bachelor’s degrees are employed, enrolled in additional education, engaged in volunteer work, or taking on a variety of other opportunities.
This positive outcome rate is a reflection of the value of a liberal arts education at Trinity, where strong relationships are...
This positive outcome rate is a reflection of the value of a liberal arts education at Trinity, where strong relationships are...
Trinity Achieves Record Outcome Rate
Trinity University’s undergraduate Class of 2021 has achieved a 98% outcome rate—the highest in the University’s recorded history, according to Trinity’s Center for Experiential Learning and Career Services (CELCS).This outcome rate, defined by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) as a "positive outcome rate," refers to student outcomes within six months of graduation, with outcomes including types of employment, continuing education, and military or volunteer service.But in...
Investing in the Local Community
Last year, Trinity University and the San Antonio Independent School District (SAISD) created the Trinity Community Investment (TCI) partnership, which makes an education at Trinity accessible to top graduating seniors within SAISD by providing students the financial resources and academic support to navigate the higher education process. The partnership continues to give students the opportunity to excel academically and to contribute as leaders at Trinity and in the greater San Antonio communi...
Humanities Collective Celebrates Frederick Douglass Day
After Black abolitionist and writer Frederick Douglass passed away in 1895, many saw the importance of honoring his memory and activism. In Washington, D.C., a group led by Mary Church Terrell—an important African American activist, educator, and author—observed Douglass’s birthday every Feb. 14 as “Douglass Day.” The memorials on this day helped give rise to Black History Month, enriching the long tradition of African American rituals for remembering the past. This year, Trinity’s Humanities Co...
Lennox Seminar Lecture Series to Kick Off Virtually
As one of Trinity University’s premier humanities lecture series, the Lennox Seminar Lecture Series brings nationally recognized speakers to campus for a variety of topics. This year, the two lectures in the series will take place virtually and center around a single topic, with visiting professors each offering a different perspective on the chosen theme. An outcome of the seminar is an anthology of papers generated by the speaker and seminar participants that are made available to the wider co...
Trinity’s 2022 Policy Maker Breakfast Series Returns In Person
Trinity announces the return of the annual Policy Maker Breakfast Series live and in person this spring, once again bringing national and international leaders to San Antonio. This year’s headliners are Anja Manuel and Dan Heath, who will provide lively and informative commentary on emerging topics and trends of the day.The breakfasts and presentations will take place in the Grand Ballroom at The Westin San Antonio North at 9821 Colonnade Blvd., formerly the Omni Colonnade. Breakfast will be ser...
Lisa Jasinski Named to ACE Fellows Program
Lisa Jasinski, special assistant to the vice president of Academic Affairs at Trinity University, was selected to be a 2021-22 American Council on Education (ACE) Fellow and is spending 12 weeks throughout the current academic year at the University of New Mexico.
Since its inception in 1965, the ACE Fellows Program has aimed to strengthen emerging leaders in institutions of higher education. Of the Fellows who have participated to date, more than 80% have gone on after their fellowship to ser...
Since its inception in 1965, the ACE Fellows Program has aimed to strengthen emerging leaders in institutions of higher education. Of the Fellows who have participated to date, more than 80% have gone on after their fellowship to ser...
Trinity Listed As Top College by Princeton Review
In The Princeton Review’s recently published book, The Best 387 Colleges: 2022 Edition, Trinity University was named among the nation’s best institutions for undergraduate education. This guide to the nation’s best colleges provides comprehensive profiles on schools and helpful student-driven details that help prospective students choose the college that best fits them.
Because of COVID-19 limitations on student access to on-campus offerings, this edition looked back at ranking lists from the p...
Because of COVID-19 limitations on student access to on-campus offerings, this edition looked back at ranking lists from the p...
Trinity Ranked in Top 100 Best Colleges in the Nation
In Niche’s recently released 2022 college rankings, Trinity University continues to climb as it becomes more selective and academically rigorous. The University has been ranked No. 96 for best colleges in the nation, No. 1 for best small colleges in Texas, and No. 32 for best small colleges in America. These rankings are either tied with or higher than last year’s, signifying Trinity’s dedication to remaining resilient in its values and improving as a respected institution in higher education....
The Class of '25 is Ready to Thrive
Trinity University's Class of 2025 is made up of more than 660 first-years who are already making their mark on campus. This year, the incoming class also has a record number of Early Decision students as well as an academic profile higher than previous years. Furthermore, thanks to a new community partnership with the San Antonio Independent School District (SAISD), Trinity saw a record eight new Tigers from San Antonio ISD schools this year, up from just a handful of students in years past.
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Trinity Reclaims Top Ranking in the West
In the recently released 2022 “America’s Best Colleges'' rankings by U.S. News & World Report (USNWR), Trinity University was given a perfect score (100/100) and named No.1 for the 29th time in 30 years in the category of institutions that offer a full range of undergraduate programs as well as select master’s programs in the Western part of the United States. In the same category and region, the annual college rankings also ranked Trinity No.1 in undergraduate teaching, up from No. 3 in 2021....
Trinity Admissions Prospering in Quantity and Quality
For over 150 years, Trinity University has committed to attracting and enrolling the nation’s best and brightest students. This year, the incoming class stands out in many ways, including several record-setting statistics in the face of extreme and unprecedented challenges. In the midst of a global pandemic, the University is welcoming one of its most impressive classes ever, exceptional in size, academic strength, diversity, and confidence in their choice to become Tigers. Welcome, Class of 202...
Reading TUgether About Sports and Social Activism
At the start of each academic year, the Trinity University community shares a joint reading experience through the Reading TUgether program, which encourages students, staff, faculty, and alumni to read a single book. In the 2021 selection, Long Shot: The Triumphs and Struggles of an NBA Freedom Fighter, two-time NBA champion Craig Hodges chronicles his successes on the basketball court and the social activism that resulted in his being ostracized by powerful forces in and beyond sports. Hodges...
Remembering Ken Kramer
Kenneth C. Kramer died Monday, June 28 at 92 years old. Kramer began working at Trinity in 1959, served as the chair of the psychology department from 1965–77, and was dean of Social & Behavioral Sciences from 1976–80. After leading the program to establish graduate degrees, counseling centers, and inter-institutional graduate programs in clinical psychology, he retired emeritus in 1992.
Before coming to Trinity, Kramer made several accomplishments and contributions to his country. He was a det...
Before coming to Trinity, Kramer made several accomplishments and contributions to his country. He was a det...
Trinity Faculty Awarded for Excellence in Education
Trinity University’s “Best of the Best” initiative was announced in 2019 to recognize ten faculty members for their exceptional contributions to Trinity’s core institutional mission—teaching, scholarship or creative work, and service. Due to the generosity of an anonymous external donor, Trinity annually recognizes ten recipients with a one-time, non-base building $10,000 salary supplement. As the University presents this award for the final time, we celebrate the remarkable accomplishments of t...
The Woman of a Lifetime: How Frieda Lawrence Influenced 'Sons and Lovers' and Revived D.H. Lawrence
Academic essay recognized by Trinity University's Undergraduate Student Research Award in 2021.