Trinity
Trinity At A Crossroads
As many will recall, last fall the Trustees of Trinity delivered a scathing report mandating an uprooting of the current social climate in a bold effort to make Trinity ‘more intellectual.’ To most Bantams, the report felt like a proverbial slap in the face—and, to add insult to injury, it was seeping with hypocrisy. Therefore, Trinity [...]
A Very Merry ‘Cacmas Proposal
They are typically the required accessory for a night of beer pong and flip cup, socializing in a frat basement or hiding your drink from campus police. They’d easily never had more meaning to me beyond those few activities, until two weeks ago when I was asked to describe the most creative way I’ve ever [...]
Unity, Not Division, Decides DIII Experience
“You’re tall! You must have played basketball in college.” “Yeah, I did.” “Where at?” “Trinity College.” “D1?” “D3.” Then they suddenly look either disappointed or sorry for me. I have probably had the above back and forth with someone a hundred times in my life. They are intrigued by my height which makes them ask the [...]
Spread the Love
Today I stumbled across a Facebook page that seems to be in its infancy (It joined Facebook 16 hours ago), and it seems like a pretty awesome idea that has the potential to go viral across the ‘Cac. It’s called Trinity Compliments, and here’s what it says about itself: “Following the model of a social [...]
Re- ‘Cactions To Sandy
At the time of this post, Conn, Trinity, Wesleyan, and Tufts have all canceled class for the next two days. Trinity is going so far to urge students to leave if they can. Despite Governor Patrick’s recommendation, Amherst and Williams have turned up their noses at the prospect of a spot o’ rain. I mean, [...]
Trustees Combating Trin Stereotypes Miss Big Picture
This past Wednesday, the Trustees of Trinity College published a proverbial smack down in a unanimous vote on recommendations for changing the social layout at Trinity. Formed under the heading of “building social community,” the charter committee recommended actions with the intent to “create a student-centered community of scholars who are fully engaged, both socially [...]
Coming Out in the ‘Cac
Behind our red brick veneers, age old traditions, cutting edge intellect, and alcohol infused soirees, our liberal arts bubble is one of the most inclusive and support places in the country. Next week is Coming Out Day and here at the ‘Cac we were hoping to hear from you! Coming Out day, historically October [...]
Rooms I Have Had
In total, I’ve lived in thirteen different dorm rooms. I moved away to school when I was fourteen years old. My parents helped me with my bags and bedding and books and they stood, hovering, nervous, and smiling as I met my first roommate. After my bed was made and my clothes were [...]
