The time has come for us all to return to Trinity for another semester of learning and diligent study, though we all know that the Lecky is hardly the hotbed of storymaking (unless Trinder is to be believed). So, just …
Robert Gibbons is the current Societies Editor for Trinity News.
This week in Trinity: Rainbow Week and movie nights
From the Life of Brian to Hearing Trans Voices, have a look at some of the great events on this week
In the bleak mid-winter, there comes a week of celebration, education and joy: Rainbow Week. So take some time out of your study schedule to learn about the many facets of the LGBTQ+ community or just to have bop and …
Society spotlight: the Metaphysical Society
Metafizz auditor Louis Roberts talks about both the academic and social sides of the philosophy-oriented society
It feels that public discourse is increasingly comprised of entrenched opinions where people speak without listening and come to conclusions that are never challenged or revised. It can become exhausting when the slightest show of doubts in your own beliefs …
Greenwashing, microplastics and vintage clothing: FLAC’s sustainable fashion panel
Three speakers from the fashion industry discussed the impact of fast fashion and how we can be more ethical in our clothing choices
The climate crisis is the defining problem of our generation. It encompasses everything we do and every choice we make, from how we travel to what we eat. On Tuesday, Trinity’s Free Legal Advice Centre welcomed four guest speakers to …
This week in Trinity: High Society, Hogwarts archery and a film festival
There are plenty of great society events on this week to help you beat the winter blues
Winter is well and truly upon us, for better or for worse. Upon seeing the final leaves fall from the trees, the urge is to batten down the hatches and hide from any hint of cold or rain, curling up …
Trinity’s defunct societies
Robert Gibbons takes a look at some of the societies that have disappeared over the years, revealing how our student ancestors may have lived
It is easy to passively believe that year in, year out, student-run clubs and societies merely exist, pushed by their own inertia to continually hold events and meetings. And yet, a quick look at the history of student societies in …
Saint Brigid: Pagan goddess, patron saint, proto-feminist
An exploration into the history and legacy of Saint Brigid
Christianity began in response to the birth and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Yet, as it grew, it snowballed and took influence from each society it rolled through. This phenomenon of adapting, assimilating, and merging cultures is known as syncretism. While …