Message from the Assistant Director
What to Expect
Orientation Guide
Meet the O-Team

2023 SPRING STUDENT ORIENTATION

A Message from the Assistant Director

My name is Esther Esparza (she/her) and I am the Assistant Director for Orientation Programs in the office of Student Involvement.

I am one of many faculty and staff on campus who are eager to meet you and get to know you during Spring Student Orientation. We are excited you have chosen Trinity as your next home. 

Your SSO experience is going to be worthwhile and exciting as you embark on your next journey. Should you have any questions regarding orientation or about Trinity, don't hesitate to contact me.

From all of us at Trinity, welcome to our community!

 A Glimpse Into Trinity


  Esther Esparza (she/her)

   esther.esparza@trinity.edu

   210-999-8823 (direct office line)

What to Expect

About Spring Student Orientation (SSO)

SSO is an orientation for new students to learn and experience all things Trinity from the beloved traditions to the rigorous academics to the breathtaking views and lush greenery.

   Build Community with your fellow transfer students

   Take care of important business, such as academic group advising.

   Residence hall move-in (for on-campus students)

  A campus tour hosted by your Orientation Team leaders

Orientation Guide

This guide contains all of the important information that you don’t want to miss.

Orientation Preparation

Bring a laptop, tablet, or a writing pad and pen to all orientation sessions.
Some workshops and sessions will have handouts while others may suggest you write crucial notes or important dates for your knowledge. 

Dietary Restrictions

Several meals during your orientation experience will be provided to you. 
Contact Esther Esparza at esther.esparza@trinity.edu if you have any dietary restrictions (i.e. nut allergy, vegetarian, vegan, kosher, etc.)

Language Placement Exams

All language placement exams will take place online. Students will receive emails with language exam information individually.

Submit Photo for Tiger Card (TU ID)

 Deadline: January 3, 2023

All new students are required to submit a valid headshot of their Tiger Card photo.
The Tiger Card is your all-access student ID card from accessing meal plans, laundry, printing, off-campus dining, and more.

Uploading Instructions  Upload Photo

On-Campus Student Employment

If you plan on working on or off-campus during your time at Trinity, please remember to bring appropriate forms of identity required for filling out your I9 documentation. 

 It is imperative that you bring original versions of all necessary documents, copies will not be accepted (this is a Homeland Security requirement, not a Trinity requirement).

List of appropriate forms of identity

Packing List

Make sure you have all of your essentials when packing and moving into your room or to San Antonio. 

What to Bring
 

TrinAlert

Please set your default notification settings in TrinALERT, our emergency text messaging system. Visit this webpage for log-in instructions and screenshots of the process.

Hint: I hear it's easier to navigate through TigerPaws, so use that method.

Schedule of Events

Events and activities are scheduled on:

  • Sunday, January 8
  • Monday, January 9
  • Wednesday, January 11
  • Thursday, January 12

View Schedule

Save the Date for Upcoming Events

Spring Student Involvement Fair
Wednesday, January 11, 3:00-4:30 p.m., Coates Esplanade

Come to the biannual Student Involvement Fair hosted by Student Involvement. This is your chance to meet 113+ of our student organizations and sign up to get involved. You will make great friends and memories through these organizations, and as a student leader you will get multiple opportunities to learn about leadership at Trinity and how it extends to your career goals post-graduation.

Check out the student organizations we have on our campus!

Weekly Trinity Traditions

Join us for our weekly Trinity traditions of Nacho Hour and Milk & Cookies. Open to the entire Trinity community. Bring your appetite!

Nacho Hour: Every Wednesday at 3:30 p.m., Coates Student Center Milk & Cookies: Every Thursday at 3:30 p.m., Coates Student Center

Check out the student organizations we have on our campus!

Academic Calendar

See the 2022-23 Academic calendar for key dates for the following:

  • Add/Drop
  • First day of class
  • University holidays (MLK, Spring break, Good Friday)
  • Reading Days
  • Final Exams

2022-23 Academic Calendar

Stay Connected

Be sure to follow us on social media to stay up-to-date on the latest news and events from Trinity and to learn about many of the incredible people who are part of our tight-knit community. Do you have a story idea or an event you'd like us to cover? Let us know at tusocial@trinity.edu.

         

Meet the Orientation Team

These awesome Orientation Team (O-Team) leaders are here to welcome you to the Trinity community and to show you all resources available to students including, but not limited to: getting involved on campus, getting internships or on-campus employment, how to start a new student organization, and the best places to study on campus.

You will be accompanied by our three O-Team leaders during your SSO experience. Learn more about each O-Team leader below!

Headshot of Andrew Phillips 2022

Andrew Phillips (he/him)

Howdy! I'm Andrew. I am a rising sophomore majoring in geoscience who also dabbles in theatre and business. I love the environment, Star Wars, and rocks (on good days). When you see me around, don't be afraid to introduce yourself! 

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Aspen Harrison (she/her)

Hi! I am Aspen Harrison, and I am a rising sophomore from San Antonio, Texas. I am an English major and teaching minor, and my goal is to work in education reform! On campus, I am Vice President of Zeta Chi, a member of the Academic Honor Council, and TEACH. I also work in the Accommodated Testing Center and the Tiger Learning Commons front desk. Off campus, I enjoy reading, spending time with my sisters, continuing to explore San Antonio, and listening to music. I can’t wait for y'all to love Trinity like I do. 

 

Headshot of Noor Jahlul 2022

​​​​​Noor Jahlul (he/him)

Hello! I’m Noor Jahlul and I'm a rising junior from Houston, TX. I am a sociology major and minoring in Environmental Studies. I’m involved in the University Bee Club, Kappa Kappa Delta fraternity, and as an Admissions Ambassador!