A Trinity Washington University alumna, a professor and a student panelist share their perspectives on Reunion Weekend and the university’s colloquium exploring Pope Leo XIV’s encyclical on artificial intelligence.
Month: October 2026
PODCAST: What’s in the Air?
Trinity Times student journalist Saron Gebereegziabher takes us into the field with Trinity student researchers studying air quality in Brentwood, examining invisible pollutants and exploring the science behind what we breathe.
From High School to College: Closing the Reading Gap
Students arrive at Trinity Washington University with varying levels of preparation for college-level reading and writing. Trinity educators say advanced coursework can help, but strengthening foundational literacy skills remains essential as students adjust to the demands of higher education.
PODCAST: America250: Trinity Then and Now
Trinity Times student journalist Saron Gebereegziabhier interviews three Trinity Washington University alumnae from the Class of 1976 about graduating during America’s Bicentennial, the changes they’ve witnessed over 50 years and the lasting impact of their Trinity experience as part of the university’s America250 celebration and HerStory Oral History Project.
The Fight for Press Freedom
Trinity Washington University journalism students explored freedom of the press and the First Amendment, focusing on how young adults consume news, the influence of social media and AI, and the importance of trustworthy journalism. The discussion also examined current challenges facing the media, including government pressure on news organizations and the evolving role of journalists in helping the public find reliable information.
Gen Z and Smartphones: Always Connected?
Trinity Times student journalists Genesis Bu-Chinchilla and Anette Perez explore how smartphones shape Gen Z’s attention, social lives, dating and communication, examining whether constant connectivity brings people closer or makes face-to-face relationships more difficult.
Campus Jobs Help Students Balance Work and School
From financial aid to admissions, Trinity students are earning money, gaining workplace experience and building connections while juggling the demands of college life.
America250 and the Fight for Press Freedom
Trinity Times student journalists Anette Perez and Nayeli Martinez explore the First Amendment and freedom of the press during Trinity Washington University’s Constitution Day celebration, connecting the university’s America250 discussions to the challenges facing journalists and news organizations today.
Mapping D.C.’s Urban Green Divide
Trinity Washington University researchers use satellite imagery and street-level data to study how drought affects trees and green spaces across Washington, D.C., examining environmental disparities in lower-income neighborhoods and how findings could inform public policy to address inequality.
PODCAST: Trees, Heat and Neighborhoods
Trinity Times student journalist Saron Gebereegziabher explores how Trinity Washington University researchers are using satellite imagery and environmental data to study the effects of the 2024 drought on Washington, D.C.’s urban tree canopy, revealing how science, public policy, and environmental justice intersect.