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There's always something happening at Trinity College - stay up-to-date with our latest news and stories. Also keep an eye on our events for current students, staff, alumni & friends of Trinity College and the general public.

Meet RC academic advisor Ishita Akhter

Dr Ishita Akhter joined us in 2021 as an academic advisor in our Residential College. Here she shares a pivotal moment in her life and her life philosophy.

Student reflection: dealing with anorexia and learning to put wellbeing first

To round out Trinity’s Wellbeing Week, student Eddie Jackson shares a personal tale of experiencing anorexia, and how looking after her wellbeing through journaling has now become an important part of her daily life.

Debunking myths about wellbeing: our student panel speaks up

A panel of students from Trinity’s Wellbeing Committee debunk two of the most common myths that often surface when the topic of wellbeing comes up.

What’s wellbeing all about and why is it important? Student panel discussion

To coincide with Trinity’s Wellbeing Week (26–30 April), student Eddie Jackson sits down with some members of our Wellbeing Committee in a panel-style conversation to talk about how these students manage their wellbeing and mental health, and steps we can take to improve our own wellbeing and that of those around us.

What does Earth Day mean for us and our planet?

In line with the celebration of Earth Day on 22 April, Lexie Sarstedt, one of Trinity’s 2021 Sustainability Interns, reflects on what Earth Day means for her and the future of our planet.

A Trinity love story for Valentine's Day

To celebrate Valentine’s Day, we share the love story of former Trinity students Isabelle (TC 2014) and George (TC 2016) McPharlin, who met at Trinity College in 2016. They both lived and worked at Trinity, before getting married in our chapel in 2019. There are two sides to every story, so here are George and Isabelle’s recollections of their blossoming romance.

2020 student reflection – Residential College

Residential College student Kevin Chen reflects on the challenges and opportunities presented in 2020.

How following the fun paid off for Matt Blair

Matthew Blair decided to apply for Trinity College in his final year of high school, mostly because it sounded ‘fun’. He subsequently found himself having three of the best years of his life, and, after graduating, starting a career with Pitcher Partners in Melbourne.

Why Henry Adamson steered away from a finance career and found a job in Kenya

Henry Adamson had expected to follow in his father’s footsteps until a detour at university opened his eyes to the greater good.

You can still do what you love while studying at university, just ask Nick

Nick Bernardo shares how he managed to keep pursuing his sports and musical interests while also exploring the best career for him.

Student Q&A: Sophia Gawan-Taylor

Sophia Gawan-Taylor shares some of her most interesting childhood memories and tells of her love of science, art and houseplants.

Introducing our new Senior Student Oscar Hollands

We are pleased to welcome Oscar to the Senior Student role as we look ahead to 2021, and Oscar looks forward to reuniting the Trinity community on campus after a fragmented year. Though, as he tells us below, 2020 hasn’t been all bad.

Claudia Trotter: A way with words

Claudia Trotter always loved English and literature, and now the former Lauriston student is on the path to becoming a professional writer and editor. She talks about her experience with O Week and internships, and finding her second home at Trinity College.

Student Q&A: Emilia Doohan

Emilia Doohan tells of her childhood dream to study aeronautical engineering and become a pilot, and her subsequent decision to study design.

Student Q&A: Alex Ferguson

Alex Ferguson has never been one to sit still – from music to languages to design to politics, he’s got a hand in many fields. And from his point of view, that’s going to be the key to success in the modern world.
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