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WELCOME TO TRENT'S COLLEGES

Housed in world-class architecture, and known for their memorable mascots and time-honoured traditions, the colleges of Trent are at the core of the Trent student experience.

Trent’s colleges are more than just residences, dining halls and classroom spaces. They are communities that promote learning, embrace diversity, and foster meaningful connections among students, faculty and staff.

All Trent students, whether you live in residence or not, get to choose a college. Spend a little time deciding which college at Trent is right for you. We’ll help you find your perfect fit.

Explore Trent's Colleges

Two pairs of students talking outside of Catharine Parr Traill College.

Catharine Parr Traill College

Located near downtown Peterborough, Traill College has offered students a welcoming space to study or relax for over 50 years.

Students sitting together on a bench outside of Champlain College.

Champlain College

Highlighted by award-winning Ron Thom architecture, one of Trent's oldest colleges emphasizes active living and global perspectives.

A group of students sitting at a picnic table outside of Lady Eaton College.

Lady Eaton College

Tradition meets youthful passion, with a welcoming, energetic community that bursts with “LEC” pride and the spirit of Gemütlich.

Two students sitting together outside of Otonabee College.

Otonabee College

Situated on the east bank of its namesake river, Otonabee College's students and faculty seek to effect change for a better world.

A group of students walking across the lawn at Gzowski College.

Peter Gzowski College

Trent's youngest college, in the yellow Enwayaang building, is a place to unite the community’s roots with new members who will define its future.

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LIVE

Blending classrooms, residences, dining facilities, and a variety of studying and socializing spaces, your college will be the heart of your life at Trent.

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LEARN

Learn where you live, with classrooms and faculty housed within your college, as well as academic advising and skills to help you succeed.

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BELONG

Find your place at Trent with year-round events and activities — available to all students — as well as leadership and volunteer opportunities.

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CELEBRATE

Each of Trent's colleges have cultivated their own unique history and culture, with contributions from generations of students and faculty.

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Stories from Trent's Colleges

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Degrassi Producer Visits Trent to Share Insight into Media Landscape

Canadian Studies class at Trent University's Catharine Parr Traill College hosts discussion on Canada’s media landscape with Linda Schuyler

March 16, 2023
2023 Trent School of Business CEO-in-Residence Anita Erskine speaks into a microphone from a stage in the Nozhem Theatre

CEO-in-Residence Inspires, Mentors Students Across the Disciplines

Anita Erskine ’99, CEO of Anita Erskine Media, encouraged students to embrace diversity, overcome failure and get out of their comfort zones during her week-long residency

March 13, 2023
Image of Dr. Hugh Hodges on the left. On the right of the graphic, is a black background, which reads: "The Fascist Groove Thing. A history of Thatcher's Britain in 21 mixtapes. Hugh Hodges. Book Launch, March 1, 7 pm. Bagnani Hall, Traill College".

How Did Pop Music Speak Truth to Power in Thatcher’s Britain?

“The Fascist Groove Thing: A History of Thatcher's Britain in 21 Mixtapes”, a new book by Dr. Hugh Hodges, serves as a lyrical reconstruction of Britain under the leadership of Margaret Thatcher

February 24, 2023
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