Growing Up X

This is just a reminder that if you missed the MLK March, it's okay. It's not the end of San Antonio's MLK Day events. The commemorative lecture is tonight and the guest speaker is Ilyasah Shabazz, the daughter of Malcolm X and an activist. This free lecture starts at 7:00 in Laurie Auditorium. Get there a bit early to get good seats; this is going to be a popular event!

Welcome Back!!

Spring semester is officially here and I hope your break was fun and relaxing! Events start immediately with the MLK March on Monday, January 16. Buses leave from the Bell Center at 8:30 AM and the first 250 students get free t-shirts! Trinity has been the most represented college at the MLK March in the past, so let's continue that tradition!

There is also a special lecture in honor of MLK Jr Day detailed below.

Good luck on your first day of classes!

Upcoming Events

There are some great events going on this week, so let's get right down to it!

GCS Double Fun: The Secret of Kells/Cider and Scones Night

On Wednesday in the Fiesta Room at 7:30, GCS is showing "Secret of Kells," an Oscar-nominated movie about the creation of the Book of Kells. After the movie will be a lecture about the actual Book of Kells!

On Thursday in Heidi Lounge at 7:30, GCS is hosting a Cider and Scones Night! What better way to take a break from studying then to relax and warm up with GCS?

CCC Dumpling Night
Thursday, December 1 from 6 - 9 in Beze Underground
Make and eat yummy dumplings with CCC!What more needs to be said?

LX/JSA Chrismukkah
Thursday, December 1 from 6:30 - 7:30 in Tehuacana
Always a favorite, LX and JSA will be hosting Chrismukkah, a celebration of both Christmas and Hanukkah! Come enjoy food, games, and the holiday season!

Thanksgiving

I hope everyone had fun at the Fall Carnival and VSA/FSA Gala last week. The Transgender Day of Remembrance was also successful and I saw a lot of familiar faces. There's only one event left before break and it's a great one!

BSU Let's Give Thanks!
Monday, November 21, 7:30 - 9:30 in the Lightner Tea Room
Join the Black Student Union in celebrating Thanksgiving. There will be free food, games, and great company!

On a side note, I highly encourage everyone to check out the most recent edition of the Trinitonian. Inside is an ongoing discussion concerning Dr. Crockett's recent article as well as reactions to the Trinitonian's decision to run the controversial Horowitz advertisement. Both topics are incredibly relevant to the topic of diversity and fascinating reads. Some of the articles can be found here, but the print version has a plethora of reactions.

Happy Thanksgiving from TDC!!! Here's wishing everyone a restful, fun-filled, homework-free break!

Dialogue on Diversity and Fall Carnival

Mental health is an important topic affecting all college students, which is why the next DoD focuses on it! We are happy to have Dr. Neal from Counseling Services speak at this event, so do come and enjoy!

As you can see, the Mental Health DoD will be held in Waxahachie on Tuesday, November 15 from 6:30 to 8. It should be a fun and illuminating event! 

Remember, if you did not attend the first DoD this semester, this one is required for all officers. Light snacks will be provided. If you have any questions or are unable to attend, contact Bonnie at bbrent@trinity.edu.

Fall Carnival is this Friday!! This highly anticipated event is shaping up to be awesome! If you are working a booth, please show up on time and with energy. If  you are not volunteering, please show up whenever you feel like it and have a blast! There will be face-painting, moonbounces, cupcake walks, carnival games, cotton candy, and more activities than I can remember. Take a break from midterms, papers, registration, and worrying about finals and celebrate Fall!!!! 

Carnival is from 3 - 5 this Friday, November 18 on Prassel Lawn. Why wouldn't you go?

BSU True Life: I'm a Minority

Monday, November 14, 7:30pm in Tehuacana

BSU presents a discussion on what it is to be a minority on Trinity's campus, with a focus on the academic and social ramifications.

VSA Gala at UTSA

Saturday, November 19, 5:30 to 10:00 at UC Denman Room at UTSA

Join VSA and UTSA's VSA and enjoy guest speakers, Vietnamese Singers, dance groups, date auction, and Ao Dai Fashion show. Please rsvp for your ticket before they are sold out. Proceeds go to Children's Organization of Southeast Asia to help fight human trafficking in Asia.