Just a few weeks
from now, many of you will be waist-deep in textbooks, lecture notes, homework
assignments, term papers and flash cards. As you gear up for the onslaught of
work, you might want to check out hackcollege.com. Dedicated to the mantra “work
smarter, not harder,” the site includes articles on such topics as “things not
to do freshmen year,” “things successful students consistently do,” and “how to
trick your mind into paying attention in class.” Also, please remember that you
should feel free to contact us (Dr. Henderson and Dr.Delwiche) if you have any questions as you
make the transition to life at Trinity. Have fun!
Aaron Delwiche & Jennifer Henderson
Class Marshal
I’m sure you’re
getting lots of advice, so I’ll just add two words: organization and balance.
First
organization: Get a calendar and use it. Even if you never forgot an assignment
or test in high school, don’t push your luck or test your limits. Add
appointments, assignments and exams as soon as you know them, and look it at least a few days ahead. When it comes to balance,
how you spend your time is now ALL up to you. Of course, studying is
important but you also need to make time to go out with friends, get some
exercise and get involved.
It will take time
to get adjusted to the new routine, but be proactive. Trust me; you’ll have
less stress and more fun.
Alumni Sponsor
My name is Amelia Shaw, and I am one of the
Residential Life Coordinators in the First Year Area. By now, all of you have
met your Resident Mentor, experienced Convocation, and completed your first day
of classes! As you continue to settle into your new room and hall, it is
important to remember the numerous in-hall resources at your disposal. more>>
Amelia Shaw
Residential Life Coordinator
Residential Life Coordinator
Career Services
In
your first year at Trinity University you will do a lot of exploring. Let
Career Services help!
If
you are exploring San Antonio, we recommend attending the Volunteer Fair on September 3.
You’ll learn about the many non-profit agencies in our city and ways to become
involved.
If
you are exploring majors, come in and talk to us. We can help guide you through
this process through discussion and career assessments. We also recommend
attending events such as Networking
Etiquette
on September 15 and Making Connections on September 18.
Visit
us in person (yes, even in your first year) and visit us online at http://tigerjobs.wordpress.com/. Welcome to
Trinity!
APPly Yourself! Volunteer Awareness Week is occurring September
2-5 with many activities planned on how YOU can engage
with the San Antonio community through community service. The week involves the
TUVAC Extravaganza with all TUVAC programs from walking dogs to playing with
children recruiting volunteers for the year. On Wednesday
a Super Nacho Hour will feature the Volunteer Fair where over 20 area
non-profits will be present to recruit. Some non-profits present will be San
Antonio Sports, City Year, after-school programs, and much more. The week
concludes on Friday with excursions to a Habitat for
Humanity build and volunteering at the San Antonio Food Bank. Several
activities are planned by APO, HOPE Hall, TUVAC, CCI, Career Services, and the
Trinity Cat Alliance. For more information, visit www.trinity.edu/communityservice.
Meal Plans -- Do you need to change your meal plan?
Send an e-mail to reslife@trinity.edu with your name,
student ID number and the name of the plan you want and they will make the
change. The last day to change a meal plan is the last day of Add/Drop which is
Thursday, September,
4, 2014.
20th Annual Hallympics
Get ready to celebrate the 20th year of
Hallympics. Come and compete for the
illustrious title of Hallympics champion!
Residence halls compete against one another in a series of physical and
intellectual events. The games begin on
Sunday, September 7 and will run through Thursday, September 11. Grab a hall-mate and head to the fields. You don’t want to miss this Trinity
tradition!
Greek Carnival and Tailgate
Calling all first years!! Come out to the Greek
Carnival and Tailgate on Saturday, September 6 from 3 p.m.
until 6 p.m.!
Come help cheer on the Tiger football team as they
open the season against Howard Payne. Join Greek Council and our 15
fraternities and sororities as they host a carnival on Prassel Lawn the three
hours prior to kick off. Questions, e-mail greekcouncil@trinity.edu.
