May 2012

Research confirms that we regret missed opportunities more than mistakes made in the long run. What will you regret not having done at Trinity when graduation day arrives? It’s time to make a senior year bucket list. Graduating seniors Christina Velasquez and Kelsey Wallace gave us some excellent ideas to share that you might consider if you haven’t already been there/done that. Some of their suggestions:  walk the Sunken Gardens, see a free concert/show, take an O-Rec trip, try a dance class, take advantage of Career Services, and eat large food items (Lulu’s 5 lb cinnamon roll; Big Lou’s 42” pizza).  And this weekend you can meet your obligation to experience Fiesta by checking out the Battle of the Flowers parade on Friday (afternoon) and the King William (morning) and Flambeau (evening) parades on Saturday. Enjoy!

Harry Wallace
Class Marshal

And my two cents!

And as you’re considering that senior year bucket list, I’d encourage you to begin to think about your transition to “life after Trinity”.  What can you do now to be as ready as possible for the day the Trinity/parental safety net is no longer there?  Network!  If you have strings, now is the time to pull them.  If you don’t, plan to cultivate the relationships that could lead to that first, great job a year from now.  Of course, you all know the importance of internships, and I’ll bet most of you have already had an internship or have them scheduled between now and next May.  You can also reach out to Trinity alumni in San Antonio or your hometowns this summer.  Ask the Alumni office for help to identify alumni working in fields in which you’re interested then ask for a quick meeting with them.  Most of the alumni I know would be thrilled to visit with you and share a few pointers about preparing to enter their profession.  We’ve all been where you are now and someone helped us along the way. 

Have a happy, safe summer!

Mary Ullmann Japhet
Alumni Sponsor

Handbell Ensemble Concert Video 
In case you missed it, here is a segment of the Trinity University Handbell Ensemble and Trinity Brass concert preview held in the Coates Lobby.







Health Services Summer Hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday beginning May 13.  Closed for all University Holidays.  Dr. Wilder is not available during the summer; nurses will be available during the summer.  Dr. Wilder's last clinic is May 10.

Summer approaches
.  Whether you will be going home for the summer, staying in San Antonio, or going elsewhere, you are adjusting to the inevitable changes in relationships that happen in college.  more>>


Juniors, can you believe that this time next year, you’ll be getting ready for graduation?  The time is going to fly by, so start preparing yourself now for your transition into life after college.  If you haven’t already, this summer would be a good time to consider what you want to do after graduation.  Remember that we at Career Services are available to meet with you (in person or via Skype!) over the summer to discuss career options or help you look for fall internships.  To schedule an appointment with a Career Advisor, call 210-999-8321.  We wish you a great summer break and look forward to your return in August. Are you using TigerJobs to find jobs (summer/part-time) and internships? Contact Career Services with questions at careerservices@trinity.edu.

Senior Year Experience is a committee of students, faculty, and staff committed to offering programs and services just for seniors. Our mission is to provide education, resources, and programming to support and celebrate seniors' transition to life after Trinity University. If you are interested in being a part of the committee that plans the senior year events, click here!


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Apply for Graduation
If you are planning to graduate next fall, December 2012, you must apply for graduation by April 30. If you plan to graduate this summer, August 2012, you must apply by June 30. The graduation application is on TigerPAWS.

Residence Hall Closing Residents are expected to leave 24 hours after their last exam.  Residence halls will close at noon on Wednesday, May 9.  Only graduating seniors will be allowed to remain until noon, Sunday, May 13. See the Junior Closing Memo for more information.

Summer Storage Trinity University will not store items over the summer.  Click here for a list of summer storage options in San Antonio.


The Library Flash Rave has quickly become a beloved tradition, but over the past couple semesters, it has become a destructive tradition...which can't continue. The Student Programming Board has graciously stepped in to coordinate this event, but they need some help from you to ensure this tradition can last for years to come.  more>>

Dining Services invites you to celebrate Fiesta by keeping the festivities going, from 10 p.m. - 2 in the morning, the P.O.D. Market will be open for Late Night Taco Night!  more>>

Mabuhay Festival

Trinity Diversity Connection hosted Taste of Diversity on April 13 in the Storch Courtyard. This event allowed people to sample foods from different cultures from Caribbean food to Korean food to Indian food. Several organizations showcased their talents with dance and music at the Taste of Diversity. more>>

Student Organization Training
Congratulations to our 2012-2013 student organization leaders! On Sunday, April 15 more than 200 students gathered for annual Student Organization Training. Presidents, vice presidents, treasurers, service chairs, PR chairs, risk managers, rush/orientation chairs, and more attended sessions that will help their organizations be successful next year. View the agenda and risk management training videos online more>> 

Plan NOW to be involved in the fall!

Team Trinity Move-in Crew
Per our annual tradition students are invited to participate in move-in day for new students. Student volunteers will be required to arrive by 5 p.m. Wednesday, August 15 to move in new students on Thursday morning, August 16. If you are interested, regardless of ability, please consider joining others by signing up through the Team Trinity survey link.

Sexual Assault Survivor Advocates
Sign up to be listed as an advocate for those needing assistance related to sexual assault. Participation requires availability for several hours of training and orientation early in the fall semester. Participants must be willing to list some direct telephone contact information publicly. Please consider participating in this program by signing up through the Advocates survey link.

Half Marathon
Please join me for the Fifth Annual Dean of Students Half Marathon Challenge and Kayla Mire Food Drive. The race will be part of the San Antonio Rock 'n' Roll Marathon and Half Marathon on Sunday, November 11, 2012. By registering for the official race as a member of the Trinity team, runners receive a $10 registration discount. If you register before May 1, you also save $25.  Click here to view a video. Sign up through the Half Marathon survey link. This does not commit you to the race yet. You are only signing up to express interest in the Trinity training program. If you build up a running/walking base of three to four miles, you can accomplish this milestone!

YMCA
The D.R. Semmes Family YMCA at Tri-Point is again offering special group rates to Trinity University students for 2012-13. If you sign-up by May 18, you will receive one month free in addition to the Student Group Rate. $20 per month, for an incredible rate of $180 per year, minus one month for a total fee of $160! This is due in full upon return to campus in August. Sign up through the YMCA survey link.