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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.

Superposition wins Nakata Brophy competition

Every year, Trinity College sponsors the Nakata Brophy Short Fiction and Poetry Prize for young Indigenous writers. Congratulations to Grace Lucas-Pennington for taking out this year's prize.

Listen now: Sabina Read's new podcast explores the cogs of life

With an ear for a good story, psychologist Sabina Read (TC 1989) delves into humanity's big questions – about belonging, success and happiness – in her new podcast, Human Cogs.

Georgia Richter: finding page-turning success

On International Literacy Day we share the story of Trinity alum Georgia Richter (TC 1989) who, as a publisher and editor, has helped many people achieve their literary dreams.

Evan Sinclair: maximising Trinity’s network to kickstart a career

When Evan Sinclair arrived at Trinity College, he was oblivious to the fortuity that was about to unfurl. Since leaving college, he’s harnessed countless opportunities and has made valuable connections to help build his career.

This is why we should all wear purple today

Two Trinity students explain why we should wear purple today to show our support for the LGBTIQA+ community.

Some friendships last a day, some a semester, and some a lifetime

To celebrate World Friendship Day, alum Stephanus Hieronymus shares how Trinity helped him build long-lasting friendships, and even find his future wife.

Queen's birthday honours 2020 for Trinity community

We were pleased to see the following members of the Trinity community recognised on the Australian Honours List this week.

Memories of Mabo: How a Trinity alum became involved in a nation-defining legal case

Alumnus Dr Bryan Keon-Cohen AM QC is recognised as a legal expert when it comes to native title claims. We find out how he came to be involved in the landmark Mabo case, which ultimately shaped his career.

How artificial intelligence can help save the planet

Amid all the COVID-19 craziness, the sustainability of our planet is still important and shouldn’t be forgotten. We share the story of one of our alumni who’s doing something for the fight … assisted by robots.

An inspiring journey from Alice Springs to Melbourne Law School

While the world is focused on COVID-19, educational challenges still remain, and will continue, for many Australians, particularly those in remote areas. Here we share the journey of former Trinity College student Marli Mathewson, who is on a mission to improve the Northern Territory’s justice system.

Loneliness – what it is and how to deal with it

Given the latest social distancing measures put into place by the government, loneliness – and how to avoid it – is something we need to seriously consider. Below is an adaptation of an article that ran in our 2018 issue of Trinity Today by loneliness expert Dr Michelle Lim.

How our first female student started a long family tradition

Yesterday, 15 March, would have been Lilian Alexander’s birthday, the first female student at Trinity. Born in 1861, Lilian came to Trinity as a non-residential student in 1883, and little did she know, she would kick off a long family history with the College.

50 years on: honouring the Trinity alumni behind the launch of the first Australian-built satellite

In 1970, NASA launched an Australian-built satellite into space for the first time, much to the delight of the University of Melbourne – and Trinity College students – who made it. Now, 50 years later, the clever creators have been recognised at a ceremony held at Melbourne University.

Spotlight on David Tan and our new visual arts room

We're pleased to announce that the visual arts studio in our new residential building has been named after Trinity alum, Professor David Tan, who has a sharp eye for both fashion and the law.

And the winner is … announcing our 2020 Alum of the Year

At just 23 years old, Rona Glynn-McDonald is a leading voice in Australian society, drawing attention to First Nations peoples and the importance of sharing and celebrating their culture, knowledge and stories.
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