February 2013


Please Yourself

          Here’s something you don’t hear very often from parents and educators: Do what feels good.  You’re probably thinking I’ve reverted to the thinking of my time at Trinity – the 60s.  But actually, it’s sometimes good advice for type-A personalities.  I suspect many of you fall into that category.  If you’re not sure, review your resume.  I’m pretty sure it has a whole lot of lines.  more>>
Geary Reamey
Alumni Sponsor

Get Your Tail to the Gym
Health and Fitness Day is Wednesday, February 27 from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the Bell Center, Sams Gym.  Come for health screenings, free stuff and to participate in fun activities.  Visitors to the event are eligible for the door prize drawing and a t-shirt while supplies last.  San Antonio AIDS Foundation will provide free HIV testing during the event; look for the testing van in the Bell Center parking lot.

Depression Screening Day
The spring edition of DSD is next Wednesday, February 6, between 1 and 4 p.m. in the Counseling Services office, 215 Coates (above the Bookstore).  If you wonder whether you might be suffering from depression or manic depression, obtain a confidential consultation without an appointment.  Each DSD participant will complete a questionnaire and meet with a counselor.  Alternatively, you can see a counselor any weekday either by appointment or during walk-in hours (3 – 4:30 p.m.).  To learn more about Counseling Services, please visit our website.


February Events
This month Career Services hosts a fashion show and is thinking globally - check out on-campus interview opportunities too.  more>>


Juniors, you won’t want to miss Professional Practice Interview Days: Wednesday, February 6 – Friday, February 8 and Dress to Impress: Wednesday, February 13, 6:30 p.m., Waxahachie.  Learn how to walk the walk and talk the talk in professional interviews.  It’s never too early to start.  Check out www.trinity.edu/career for additional information.

RING SALES
Wednesday, February 13 and Thursday, February 14 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
By having at least 73 credit hours you are eligible to participate in a Trinity Tradition - the Trinity Ring Ceremony being held during Spring Family Weekend on April 6. An official ring sales representative will be attending Countdown to Commencement in the Fiesta Room to assist you with the ring selection, sizing and any additional questions.

Student Leader Spotlight: Submit a nomination today for this month’s Student Leader Spotlight! Nominations are collected on a rolling basis and will be considered for multiple months. Learn more about recognition opportunities.

Student Leadership Opportunities for 2013-2014: Click the image below to enlarge.
Welcome back students! Dining Services is ringing in the new semester with 'Stache Bash $5 meal deals. For details click here. Like us on Facebook for up-to-date information on hours of operation, theme night event photos and more!


January 2013


Dear Class of 2014,

Happy New Year and Welcome Back!
Hopefully each of you enjoyed the winter break and is feeling renewed and energized to begin your last semester of your junior year.  As you return to campus and settle into your new routine, please remember that this is a clean slate.  You get another chance at a new beginning, not just because it’s a brand new year, but because it is a brand new semester as well.  more>>
Rita E. Urquijo-Ruiz
Class Marshal

White Sneakers and Resolution
Every year in January I notice new faces at the gym where I exercise.  Actually, before the faces, I first notice lots of brand-new, gleaming white sneakers.  The gym is crowded, the parking lot full.  Us regulars hunker down and ride out the storm for about a month, then it’s over.  Without a chance to accumulate wear and grime, those sneakers and their once-hopeful owners vanish.  They’re the victims of the reality that accomplishment requires persistent effort.  New Year’s resolutions are rationalized back into the box of things-I’ve-been-meaning-to-do, only to be recycled for Lent or the beginning of another year.  more>>
Geary Reamey
Alumni Sponsor

Welcome Back Week: January 16 -January 19, 2013
To welcome everyone back to school from the winter holidays, Student Programming Board is sponsoring Welcome Back Week. After your first day of classes is over, meet us in Coates for Nacho Hour and some great music. On Thursday, stop by Coates between 12-4 p.m. to get a personalized ring stamped with a name or date FOR FREE! On Friday, be on the lookout for Magician Adam Trent walking around campus doing a roaming show. That night at 8:30 p.m., Adam will dazzle and impress you with a show in the Fiesta Room. As always, we will have a few giveaways for attending. On Saturday, come out to the Bell Center at 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. to cheer on our Trinity Tigers as they take on rival Southwestern University. Be on the lookout for freebies all week. Questions, contact spb@trinity.edu.

How’s Your Emotional Health?
If you suffered during fall semester from emotional distress caused by depression, moodiness, or anxiety, then resolve to start the new year by taking action.  Consult with one of the caring psychologists at Counseling Services.  You may do so by appointment (call 210-999-7411 or stop by our office, 215 Coates University Center).  Alternatively, you can see a counselor for an initial consultation during walk-in hours, Monday-Friday afternoons between 3 and 4:30 p.m., if you have not seen a counselor this academic year.  Visit our website to learn more about us, including details about your legally protected confidentiality. 

Influenza
There have been a lot of messages in the news lately about influenza and our campus is not exempt from a flu outbreak. The main way that influenza viruses are thought to spread is from person to person in respiratory droplets of coughs and sneezes.  This can happen when droplets from a cough or sneeze of an infected person are propelled through the air and deposited on the mouth or nose of people nearby.  Influenza viruses may also be spread when a person touches respiratory droplets of another person or a contaminated object, like door handles or keyboards, and then touches their own mouth or nose before washing their hands. more>>

Special Interest Nutrition groups are forming now to assist you with your new year's goals. Angela Aladjem, Registered Dietitian will provide guidance to small groups of students interested in:
  • dining on campus for a healthy weight or
  • establishing a fitness routine for the new year
There is no cost to you and groups will meet in Mabee Dining Hall during a regular lunch or dinner time.  If you are interested in joining one of these groups you may e-mail Jackie Bevilacqua at jbevilac@trinity.edu by January 24.  This program is funded by the Office of the Dean of Students.


Dear Juniors,
There’s still time for the January Making Connections events happening all over the country during Winter Break! Hosted by Trinity Alumni Chapters, these events are special opportunities for students and alumni to come together, network, and build lasting, professional relationships. As you move closer to graduation, networking becomes more and more important.  Relationships with alumni can prove to be invaluable when you transition from college to career.  So, attend a Making Connections event while you still can. You can find more information about these events and R.S.V.P. in TigerJobs.  Check out this new video to learn more about networking and Making Connections!

Career Services is back open with walk-in hours beginning January 16. Appointments are currently available Monday-Friday; please call 210-999-8321. more >>

Hello Juniors and welcome back. Hope you are ready for an exciting year. This is truly going to be a semester full of new experiences. Please keep in mind that all Juniors are invited to the Upper-Class Coffee House on Friday, February 1. This is part of our First Friday Initiative. Upper-Class Coffee House is back by popular demand and will be bigger and better than ever. Please come out to this event which is sponsored by Residential Life.   

Residential Life Student Staff Selection
Want to be a part of the 2013-2014 Residential Life Student Staff?  Then attend one of the mandatory info sessions (Monday, Jan. 28 and Wednesday, Jan. 30 from 6-7 p.m. in the Fiesta Room). Applications are due Thursday, February 7 at 5 p.m. All candidates will participate in a group interview on Sunday, Feb. 10, and individual interviews will take place Feb. 11-March 1. Applicants will be notified on March 8.  If you cannot attend the info session, please contact reslife@trinity.edu.

Spring Student Involvement Fair
The involvement fair will take place on Wednesday, January 23 from 3:30-4:30 p.m. on the Esplanade. Join over 50 organizations for the involvement fair and SUPER NACHO HOUR!

Greek Recruitment Information
Are you still interested in joining a sorority or fraternity this semester? We hope you had a great experience with Fall Recruitment activities but if you didn’t participate or decided over the break that you want to join Greek Life, please make note of some important dates and deadlines. The last day to join the Rush lists is Wednesday, January 16 at 11:59 p.m. Please click here to join the men’s list or the women’s list.  On January 17 from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., we will have R.S.V.P. in the Fiesta Room (LOCATION CHANGE). This will be a mandatory event and will take less than 10 minutes of your day. Please make sure to stop by and take care of R.S.V.P. On January 29 from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., we will have the Pref Day in the Fiesta Room. Both of these events are mandatory and only require a few minutes of your time to complete. Greek 201 will be on Thursday, January 31 in Laurie. This will be an important (and mandatory) meeting for all Potential New Members wanting to accept a bid on Bid Day. It will be at 7:30 .pm. If you have a conflict with any of this, please e-mail Briana.mcglamory@trinity.edu.

RING SALES – Wednesday, February 13 and Thursday, February 14 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. By having at least 73 credit hours you are eligible to participate in a Trinity Tradition - the Trinity Ring Ceremony being held during Spring Family Weekend on April 6. An official ring sales representative will be attending Countdown to Commencement in the Fiesta Room to assist you with the ring selection, sizing and any additional questions.

 Get Recognized!
The National Alumni Board and the Division of Student Affairs is excited to invite students to submit nominations for the annual recognition awards presented during Spring Family Weekend. Awards will be given to both individual students and student organizations/groups in recognition of service and leadership to Trinity University and in recognition of service and leadership to the community. (Students may nominate student organizations for awards, but may not nominate themselves for an individual award.) Please keep reading for more information>>

2013 Student Organization Training (SOT) Team:
Help plan this year’s SOT on Sunday, April 21. CCI is recruiting up to four students for the SOT Team. Team members will coordinate training theme, training materials, marketing items, and more!  Apply online by Friday, February 1. Applicants will be selected and notified by Friday, February 8.

Don't Lose Your Memories
You still have time to order a 2013 Mirage for the Fall Semester price.  Books are $70 until the end of Add/Drop.  To see if you’ve already ordered, go to trinity.edu/yearbook.  To order, go to cpstore.trinity.edu, yearbookforever.com, or e-mail cpbusiness@trinity.edu. Look for the Mirage staff at Countdown to Commencement in February, the last chance to pre-order books.

 Campus Publications Opportunities
Come hear about opportunities with the Mirage and the Trinitonian for 2013-2014 at an info session in the Tehaucana Room Monday, Feb. 18, at 5 p.m.  Register for Communication 1110 this semester to be an intern with either publication. No experience necessary.  All majors welcome. Business management, sales, and journalism experience all available. Contact kmartin1@trinity.edu with questions.

Want to change your meal plan? 
Send an e-mail to reslife@trinity.edu with your name and student ID# and tell us the new plan you want and we'll make the change.  The last day to make changes to the meal plan for the spring semester is January 24, 2013.

Emergency - Active Shooter
In December, Trinity University Police Department Chief Paul Chapa sent all students an e-mail about emergency procedures. In that e-mail he invited students to watch a very useful and informative video about active shooter scenarios. I regret that you have to live at a time when this is a concern. Nevertheless, I urge you to click on the Shots Fired video link. It is worth your time.

Student Conduct Report Fall 2012
Please read the latest blog post from the Dean of Students about alcohol and review the fall semester student conduct report.


Thursday, January 17, 2013
Martin Luther King Jr Commemorative Lecture featuring Boyce Watkins, author and financial scholar
7:30 p.m. in Laurie Auditorium.
*For more information about the speaker please click here.

Monday, January 21, 2013
City-Wide MLK Jr. March
Meet at the Bell Center to board buses at 8:30 am.
Free T-shirts for the first 250 people.
Help Trinity maintain its reputation as having the largest college/university representation at the march.