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About

The Sid W. Richardson Communications Center houses the Department of Communication as well as student-run media operations.  At the Richardson Communications Center, students have access to cutting edge media facilities including high definition, digital radio and television stations, as well as state-of-of-the-art workstations for digital design, journalism, and gaming.

Hours of operation

Monday-Friday: 7 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Sunday: Noon - 10 p.m.

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Inside the Venue

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Department of Communication

The Department of Communication’s integrative and experiential curriculum immerses students in analysis and production of cross-platform digital media.  Students learn how to leverage the revolutionary changes which continue to transform contemporary media structures, messages, and management.

Microphone and headset inside KRTU recording room.

KRTU-91.7 Station

KRTU is a leader in commercial-free, listener-supported radio specializing in diverse music programming that is locally-curated and showcases regional musicians, with a focus on community outreach and education.

Students record a show in the Tiger TV studio.

Tiger TV Studio

TigerTV is Trinity's 24/7 campus television station, operating within the Department of Communication. TigerTV is an "in-house internship" opportunity that provides important additions to graduates' resumes and portfolios, no matter what their career path.

Lockers, a television and workstation set up in the communication studio.

Communications Studio

The communications studio contains multiple study spaces, classrooms, and lounge areas for students to use. 

 

 

Directions and Parking

Address: One Trinity Place #86, San Antonio, TX 78212

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Directions To Richardson Communications Center (inside of Laurie Auditorium)

From the North on Hwy 281 (airport)
  • From US 281 Southbound, Exit at Hildebrand Ave. and turn right (west).
  • Proceed to second stoplight and turn left (south) onto Beneski Parkway.
  • Drive down and keep left, Laurie Auditorium will be the second building to your right.
  • You can either park outside to the right or under Laurie Auditorium to the left.
From the South on Hwy 281 (downtown/Riverwalk and Corpus Christi)
  • From US 281 Northbound, exit at Hildebrand Ave and turn left at the light.
  • Proceed to third stoplight and turn left (south) onto Beneski Parkway.
  • Drive down and keep left, Laurie Auditorium will be the second building to your right.
  • You can either park outside to the right or under Laurie Auditorium to the left.
From the North on I-35 (Austin)
  • Follow I-35 to its connection to US 281 northbound slightly south of the campus.
  • Stay in the right lane as you merge with US 281.
  • From US 281 Northbound, exit at Hildebrand Ave and turn left at the light.
  • Proceed to third stoplight and turn left (south) onto Beneski Parkway.
  • Drive down and keep left, Laurie Auditorium will be the second building to your right.
  • You can either park outside to the right or under Laurie Auditorium to the left.
From the East on I-10 (Houston)
  • Travel west on Interstate 10 and exit Interstate 281 North/37 North.
  • From US 281 Northbound, exit at Hildebrand Ave and turn left at the light.
  • Proceed to third stoplight and turn left (south) onto Beneski Parkway.
  • Drive down and keep left, Laurie Auditorium will be the second building to your right.
  • You can either park outside to the right or under Laurie Auditorium to the left.
From the West on I-10 (El Paso)
  • Travel east on Interstate 10. Exit at Hildebrand Avenue (Exit 566B).
  • Turn left on Hildebrand and travel approximately two miles.
  • Turn right at the intersection of Hildebrand and Beneski Parkway. (If you reach Hwy 281, you have gone too far).
  • Drive down and keep left, Laurie Auditorium will be the second building to your right.
  • You can either park outside to the right or under Laurie Auditorium to the left.

Events and Booking Information

 

 

Booking Information

Tiger Faculty and Staff

Host an Event

Planning a large event or activity? Contact Conferences and Special Programs for more information about event planning on Trinity’s campus.

Reserve a Space or Place

Make individual space or room reservations through T-Space at tspace.trinity.edu. You’ll need your Trinity network username and password, and an idea about the date, time, location, and size of your event.

Students: Reach out to a faculty or staff sponsor for more information on event planning and space reservations.

Community Members

Host an Event

Want to use a facility or space on Trinity’s campus for your next large event or activity? Contact Conferences and Special Programs for more information.

Reserve a Space or Place

Rooms, halls, and outdoor spaces can be reserved for events such as guest lectures, meetings, or other smaller activities. Contact Conferences and Special Programs for more information.

 

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