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.
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News & Stories
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.
30 Jul 2020
11 Jun 2020
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.
Category: People
02 Jun 2020
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.
Category: People
20 Apr 2020
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.
Category: People
15 Apr 2020
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.
Category: People
30 Mar 2020
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.
Category: People
16 Mar 2020
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.
Category: People
28 Feb 2020
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.
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12 Feb 2020
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.
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10 Feb 2020
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.
Category: People
03 Feb 2020
She came from away
As the smash-hit musical Come From Away enters its final weeks in Melbourne, we share the story of one of our 2019 Foundation Studies students, who comes from the tiny town at the centre of the storyline.
Category: People
30 Jan 2020
When our choir leads to big things
As our choir tours North America, we share the story of one of our former choristers, Shoumendu Schornikow (TC 2007), whose performance experience at Trinity College led to the bright lights of Opera Australia, as well as a passion project with a close Trinity connection.
Category: People
13 Dec 2019
Ruby Smith – meet the creative
How a music scholarship helped Ruby Smith find her artistic calling.
Category: People
06 Dec 2019
Dr Adrian Mitchell – meet the doctor
Adrian Mitchell’s time at Trinity may have been more than 50 years ago, but his college experiences will stay with him forever.
Category: People
15 Nov 2019
Sophy Ron – meet the inspiration
Sophy Ron went from scavenging for rubbish at a dump in Cambodia to studying at the University of Melbourne, showing that scholarships can be truly transformational.
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