Abortion has been a mobilizing issue for women across the country since the 2022 U.S. Supreme Court decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, which overturned Roe v. Wade, the landmark 1973 ruling that had granted a constitutional right to abortion nationwide.
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Trinity students reflect on mental health impact of abortion restrictions
While abortion laws can influence mental health outcomes, many experts believe those outcomes are shaped more by external pressures such as stigma, societal expectations, access to care, and personal circumstances.
Trinity mourns death of Pope Francis, reflects on his legacy
The Trinity Washington University community gathered in front of Notre Dame Chapel to mourn the passing of Pope Francis, who died earlier on Easter Monday at the age of 88, marking the end of a 12-year pontificate often praised by university leaders.
As Earth Day looms, Trinity students who engage in climate action find it improves mental health
When two Trinity students became leaders of the university’s Sustainability Initiatives Club, they discovered that environmental advocacy gave them an uplifting purpose.
‘Magazine Dreams’ shows time heals most wounds, but the taste of trauma is hard to clean
Magazine Dreams may be out of theaters, but it’s well worth seeking out on streaming platforms.
Social work in action: Trinity’s program builds a culture of advocacy
The social work profession of social justice advocacy aligns with Trinity Washington University’s founding mission, prompting the school to establish the social work program in 2022.
Trinity students use social media to build career connections
Social media platforms like LinkedIn and Instagram have revolutionized how students find jobs after they receive their diploma.
Trinity’s Black Student Alliance reinvigorated for continuing mission
When Kayla Strong became president of Trinity Washington University’s Black Student Alliance (BSA) last year, she transformed the organization from a three-member team hosting occasional Zoom sessions into a vibrant group with 20 executive members and a full calendar of events.
Trinity to hold April 9 event to educate university community about vaccines
Trinity Washington University will host a public viewing of the documentary film Shot in the Arm at 1:30 p.m. in Room 104 of the Payden Academic Center, followed by a question-and-answer session as part of the Campus Conversations series on vaccines.
Trinity students bring gender justice to United Nations
During the university’s 2025 spring break, Trinity students traveled to the United Nations Headquarters in New York to participate in the 68th Commission on the Status of Women (CSW).