The Trinity Perspective - Fall 2023

Infinite Opportunities

Supporting students as they define their Trinity experience

At Trinity University, opportunities for hands-on learning create unforgettable experiences

Across every step of our Pathways curriculum—which combines the versatility of the liberal arts with an interdisciplinary and collaborative approach to discovery—Tigers use their hands to reach beyond the next page of the textbook.

Trinity students connect with multiple hands-on opportunities such as undergraduate research, study abroad, community-driven student organizations, musical performance, the creative spark of entrepreneurship, the thrill of athletics, and even the choice to start your own major or club.

We believe that hands-on learning sits at the core of self-discovery. At Trinity, every opportunity to experience your field and your passions is an opportunity to find yourself.

Flip through these pages to see how our students are taking a hands-on approach to their Trinity experience.

The Trinity Perspective magazine offers a glimpse into the many ways Trinity University prepares students to lead lives of meaning and purpose. Trinity is known for its stimulating, resourceful, and collaborative environment, filled with students who want an education that instills confidence, inspires curiosity, and ignites change. Flip through these pages to see for yourself!

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Researcher Star

by Jeremy Gerlach

Star physics researcher Madison (Maddy) Reich ’24 has been named a 2023 Goldwater Scholar. One of about 400 winners nationwide selected from a pool of over 5,000 nominated college sophomores and juniors, this rising Trinity senior’s passion for calculation has brought her one step closer to pursuing a doctorate in astrophysics.

“This award is something that I’m proud of, and it’s something that I [think will] bring a little bit of pride to Trinity, too,” she says.

After graduating, Maddy has her telescope set on conducting research as a high-energy observational astronomer and wants to one day teach courses at the university level.

As a prospective student, Maddy was intrigued about Trinity as a place where smaller class sizes mean better connections with classmates and faculty and where STEM fields aren’t segmented away from other disciplines.

“At Trinity, students are making study groups, and we’re actually able to make partnerships with professors,” she says.

Maddy says she’s most enjoyed working with her research adviser, physics professor David Pooley, Ph.D., who ended up encouraging her to apply for the Goldwater Scholarship.

“I’ve always been looking for ways to use math that’s not in a math class,” Maddy says. “That’s why I liked physics because it was the most ‘math-applied’ science I could find. I love that challenge of being able to sit down and work at a problem for a while.”

Throughout her time conducting research, Maddy says she’s been pleased to discover that her career field is full of other energetic people who care about having fun with physics just as much as she does.

“For the research I did at Trinity in Summer 2022, after I’d learned the ropes, I went to a national astronomy conference in Seattle, which was really cool,” she says. “The conference was huge, but all of the people that I met were so kind and so encouraging of young people getting into the field. I realized how diverse this field is. I wasn’t the only woman in the room, which was nice to see, too.”

The sky’s the limit for Trinity’s newest Goldwater Scholar

Outside physics, Maddy has also enjoyed a series of literature classes with modern languages and literatures professor Heather Sullivan, Ph.D. “I really like her teaching style, so I followed her into her comparative literature course on German fairy tales, which was really fun,” Maddy says.

And where Maddy goes, STEM is never truly far behind.

“There were certain aspects in my fairy tales class where I looked at things from a physicist’s point of view, just being kind of scrutinous in the way that you look at things,” Maddy explains. “I somehow managed to integrate physics into a fairy tales paper, which critiqued the way that we formulate fairy tales.”

Even with her busy schedule, Maddy also finds time to play the flute in the University’s Symphonic Wind Ensemble as one of countless Trinity musicians who are able to perform without having to commit to being music majors.

“It’s pretty great because there really is a significant percentage of physics majors that are in bands, so it’s nice to have those

friends,” Maddy says. “Music is a fun outlet to just go play for a little bit.”

This past summer, Maddy conducted research on hidden black holes at the Maria Mitchell Observatory in Nantucket, Massachusetts, as part of the 10-week National Science Foundation Research Experiences for Undergraduates Internship in Astronomy.

“It was incredible to have access to a range of telescopes of different ages and sizes,” Maddy says. “A typical astronomer nowadays just has access to observational data on their computer. So, having the chance to physically move a telescope dating back to 1908 is an increasingly rare experience.”

This fall, Maddy is connecting with Professor Pooley on a subject that blends her stargazing with her love of math: “I’m finally taking astrophysics,” Maddy says. “It’s all of the topics that I’ve been hearing about in snippets, but now I get to actually sit down and learn it.”

For Maddy, there couldn’t be a better way to close out her time at Trinity. “It’s gonna be good,” she says.

This past summer, Maddy Reich ’24 conducted research at a Massachusetts observatory through a program funded by the National Science Foundation.

top Maddy presented at a national astronomy conference in Seattle, Washington, in Summer 2022. bottom Maddy (second from left) and physics professor David Pooley (left) posed for a photo with other researchers at the conference.

What’s Your Trinity Experience?

Sometimes you already know what you want from your college experience, and sometimes you don’t. And that’s okay, because at Trinity University, we know that the college experience is different for everyone.

With 50+ majors, 120+ student organizations, undergraduate research, entrepreneurship, athletics, study abroad, and more to chose from, Trinity’s infinite hands-on experiences provide you with the opportunity to pursue your passions, cultivate your curiosity, and discover yourself.

And although you ultimately define your Trinity experience, you’re not alone on this journey. Trinity’s dedicated faculty and staff and academic, career, and wellness support services always have your back.

The only question left to ask is this: What will your Trinity experience be?

A recent Trinity grad who has landed a job as an analyst at Amazon, Jalen looks back on how Trinity encouraged him to explore his interests off the basketball court by creating his own startup.

Cal reflects on how his time studying abroad in Greece gave him a magic orange peel and the chance to connect with his roots while expanding his horizons.

Cal Taylor ’24

Jalen White ’23

Meet students from different class years and majors, and hear how the University’s infinite opportunities have helped shape their Trinity experience.

Anirudan appreciates Trinity’s close-knit environment, which has allowed him to get involved on campus and participate in undergraduate research alongside his professors.

In just her first year at Trinity, Danna emerged as a leader on campus, spearheading the development of a Trinity mariachi band.

My Trinity experience is…

Danna Ramirez Jimenez ’26

Anirudan Sivaprakash ’25

Global Connections

International Trinity alumna carved out her own space

by Jeremy Gerlach

At Trinity University, Sol Chiara Rivas Lopes ’23 found a place to stand out and a place to fit in.

As a Trinity undergraduate, Sol, who speaks four languages and has roots in Argentina and Brazil, took on

triple majors in international studies, political science, and French and fought for human rights while studying abroad. Now as a young graduate, she’s pursuing a master’s degree in public policy.

“This is something that’s very ingrained in Trinity’s culture,” Sol says of her three majors. “You’re in an environment that really encourages the sort of intellectual pursuit that makes you stand out.”

As a first-year, Sol knew what she wanted to study—political science, international studies, languages, and literature—but had no idea how to combine these subjects into a path ahead.

So, Sol first took advantage of Trinity’s Pathways curriculum, which emphasizes hands-on learning, interdisciplinary discovery, and a well-rounded liberal arts approach.

“It seemed every semester that the themes of all my classes just meshed really well together,” she says. “Through our Pathways curriculum, I was able to explore other interests without necessarily giving up what I wanted to do primarily.”

Sol says she found herself excelling at writing papers for political science professor Peter O’Brien, Ph.D. Professor O’Brien then connected Sol to opportunities to present her research, study abroad, and advance her own interests.

“I think that’s something that happens very often at Trinity, where students might not have the insight or the knowledge to be able to find these internships or opportunities, but professors will see you, realize you’re a good fit, and connect you,” Sol says. “Trinity faculty really create those opportunities that will make you stand out and develop skills that are helpful not only in internships but also for getting into graduate school.”

Sol decided to study abroad in Strasbourg, France, where she also completed an internship with the Council of Europe, the continent’s leading human rights organization. Sol says, “Having an internship there really solidified public policy analysis as what I wanted to do with my life.”

In addition to faculty, Sol also found strength and support through cultural and social networks back home at Trinity. “Right from my first visit, I felt like I saw myself on campus. Trinity felt like a very welcoming community,” she says.

Sol built connections through organizations like the Trinity University Latino Association and enjoyed making friendships across various cultures and identities. “At Trinity, I think that everybody’s not only able to find their own space but also to choose their own space,” she says. “For someone who wasn’t used to … having a community that embraced me, I found that at Trinity.”

Sol’s currently enrolled in a Master of Public Policy program at the Harris School of Public Policy at the University of Chicago. And with fluency in four languages, an international internship, and multiple hard-earned ace research papers under her belt, Sol says she’s confident in taking this next step toward her future career.

And wherever she goes, she’s going to know that she belongs. “Trinity helped me carve out my space,” Sol says. “Trinity’s environment really fosters academic growth, personal growth, and professional growth in a way that’s just so very specific to Trinity. It’s kind of this ‘perfect mixture’ and ‘perfect condition’ of things that allowed me to grow in a way that I don’t think I would’ve elsewhere.”

left Sol Chiara Rivas Lopes ’23 (far right) found a way to celebrate her culture while making deep connections through her involvement in the Trinity University Latino Association. right Sol (center) and her friends posed for a selfie in front of the Eiffel Tower.

At Trinity, I think that everybody’s not only able to find their own space but also to choose their own space. For someone who wasn’t used to … having a community that embraced me, I found that at Trinity.

Choose your own path

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African American Studies

American Intercultural Studies

Ancient Mediterranean Studies

Anthropology

Applied Chemistry

Applied Physics

Architectural Studies

Art

Art and Art History

Art History

Arts, Letters, and Enterprise

Astronomy

Biochemistry

Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

Biology

Biomathematics

Business

Business Administration Legal Studies

Business Analytics and Technology

Chemistry (B.A. & B.S.)

Chinese

Chinese Studies

Classical Languages

Communication

Comparative Literature

Computer Science

Computing as a Second Major

Creative Writing

Data Science

Earth Systems Science

East Asian Studies

Economics

Engineering Science

English

Entrepreneurship

Environmental Studies

Ethics

Film Studies

Finance

French Studies

Geosciences

German

German Studies

Global Latinx Studies

Global Supply Chain Management

Greek

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an option to create your own major

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Health Care Administration Executive

History

History of Philosophy

Human Communication

Human Resource Management

Interdisciplinary Second Major

International Business

International Studies

Latin

Linguistics

Logic and Philosophy of Cognition

Marketing

Mathematical Finance

Mathematics

Medieval and Renaissance Studies

Museum Studies

Music

Music Composition

Music Performance

Music Precertification

Neuroscience

New Media

Philosophy

Philosophy of Art

Physics (B.A. & B.S.)

Political Science

Psychology

Religion

Russian School Leadership

School Psychology

Scientific Computing

Sociology

Spanish

Sport Management

Strategic Communication

Studio Art

Sustainable Business and Environmental, Social, and Governance Strategy

Teaching

Theatre

Urban Studies

Women’s and Gender Studies

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Apply Early, Know Early

Applications opened for first-year students applying for the Class of 2028 on Aug. 1, 2023, via the Common Application, the Coalition Application powered by SCOIR, and Apply Texas.

Find out if Early Decision is right for you.

If Trinity emerges as your top choice, consider applying via Early Decision (ED) I to receive your admissions decision and scholarship eligibility by Dec. 1.

As you explore Trinity, we encourage you to start reviewing the benefits and myths about applying ED at gotu.us/earlydecision

If you would like to better assess the cost and value of Trinity, you can even request an early financial aid estimate!

*This program is a binding agreement. Students are ethically bound to apply ED to only one school and will be expected to attend if offered admission.

Financial Aid Application Dates

Students applying for financial aid should submit the CSS Profile by the admissions application deadline. The FAFSA will be required for a confirmed financial aid offer and should be submitted as soon as possible after Jan 1.

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The 2024-25 application will be available Oct. 1, 2023

Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

The 2024-25 application will be available by Jan. 1, 2024

Application Deadlines

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