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Bakari Sellers, a Democratic commentator and former South Carolina state representative, and Ross Douthat, a conservative New York Times columnist and author, talked about political polarization and the possibility of bipartisanship in a discussion at Trinity College.

Exactly five years ago, Trinity College joined institutions around the world in swiftly adopting ways to teach and learn remotely at the height of the COVID-19 global pandemic. Some of the critical changes made and lessons learned during that time continue to be felt at Trinity today—often in beneficial ways.

Three Trinity College alumnae recently returned to campus to talk about how their careers were influenced and supported by their experiences as English majors. “English isn’t just a degree people find intellectually rewarding, but something that you can use practically,” said Christopher Hager, Hobart Professor of the Humanities and Professor of English.

New to her position this academic year—but not new to Trinity—Donna Tadiello leverages law enforcement experience and community connections to lead a department that serves as a resource for the entire college.

In recognition of her research in the fields of neurodevelopment and mental health in children, epidemiologist Kaja LeWinn ’98 recently received the Trinity College President’s Medal for Science and Innovation.

Bright skies and colorful autumn foliage welcomed alumni and families to campus for Fall Weekend 2024, which combined all the traditions of Homecoming and the celebrations of Family Weekend.

More than 40 faculty members received honors during Trinity’s first Faculty Excellence Awards ceremony on October 17.

Trinity College marked the beginning of its 201st academic year by welcoming students from across the United States and around the world. Along with the 547 new first-year undergraduates in the Class of 2028, Trinity also welcomed 17 transfer students and two new students in the Individualized Degree Program (IDP).

A grant from the Marguerite Casey Foundation will help support the economic and social responsibility work of the Smart Cities Research Lab, led by Davarian L. Baldwin, Paul E. Raether Distinguished Professor of American Studies at Trinity College.

Reunion Weekend 2024 was full of friends, memories, and renewed connections as Bantams from around the world flocked back to the Trinity campus. Highlights included talks by alumni, musical performances, and a cookout on the Main Quad.