Stories from Catharine Parr Traill College
Trent Beat: Making Headlines
Making headlines with the 3 Minute Thesis competition, expanding student residences, and an award for purposeful teaching
April 14, 2023
Trent University’s 3 Minute Thesis Challenge Returns to Downtown Peterborough
First in-person competition since 2019 will see Trent graduate students present years of research in just three minutes
April 6, 2023
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
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
Explore the Wonders of Ancient Egypt (and other topics) with Continuing Education at Trent
Early bird savings until March 1 on all spring Continuing Education courses and workshops, including American Sign Language, writing retreat, and watercolour painting
February 16, 2023
Reporting on the Trent Experience
CBC Sudbury host Jonathan Pinto ’06 returns to alma mater for a series of events
February 15, 2023
Matter of Course: Preparing History for a Digital World
Students in HIST-3073H learn how to present history to the public in new medium
January 27, 2023
Lawyer in Residence: Individuals Can Make Real Change
Dr. Fiona Sampson ‘87 visits Trent University as 2022 Traill Lawyer in Residence
December 14, 2022
Jeff Leal ’74 Elected Mayor of Peterborough
Proud Trent alumnus and former MPP says his University connections run deep
October 25, 2022
Back to Learning: In-Person Continuing Education Classes Return to Trent University
Registration is now open for in-person, interactive workshops and multi-week courses on topics including Bee Keeping, Music, American Sign Language, Writing, Cooking and Money Management
October 4, 2022
SkipTheDishes and Trent University Brings Hundreds of New Dining Options to Students
Collaboration gives students, staff, and faculty access to SkipTheDishes using their Trent Cash
September 15, 2022
Marking a Milestone: 50 Years of Canadian Studies at Trent
School for the Study of Canada celebrates 50 years of innovative scholarship
September 15, 2022
Trent Students Receive Further Support Through New You Belong Here Initiative
Program aims to connect students with academic and wellbeing supports
September 8, 2022
Trent University Prepares to Welcome Students In-Person to a Defining Year Ahead
Move-in Weekend, September 3-5, kicks off full week of Orientation activities to set students up for a safe and successful year at Trent
September 1, 2022
Bingo! Trent Students to Discover Their Home Away from Home
Trent University, Peterborough DBIA and Peterborough & the Kawarthas Tourism help connect new students with their new community
August 30, 2022
Connecting her Indigenous Upbringing and Professional Aspirations through Science
Through her research, Malaika Persaud is gaining a deeper understanding of traditional medicine
July 7, 2022
Places Please! Trent Breaks Ground on Jalynn Bennett Amphitheatre
New Catharine Parr Traill College outdoor venue to set the stage for local performing arts community
June 28, 2022
Trent University Hosts International Conference on Building Collegiate Communities in Post-Pandemic Environments
Virtual conference May 18-20 will share knowledge on the way forward as well as a renewed energy to push the boundaries of higher education
May 16, 2022
Jalynn Bennett Amphitheatre at Traill College to Become New Hub for Arts & Culture in Downtown Peterborough
$560,000 in funding from Department of Canadian Heritage provides support for new accessible, neighbourhood community space
April 25, 2022
Graduate Students Condense Months of Research into Just 180 Seconds
3 Minute Thesis competitors face off for chance to represent Trent University at Provincial level
April 21, 2022
Celebrating a Traill-blazer: Dr. Marion Fry
Founding principal of Traill College reflects on Trent’s early days
April 14, 2022
Grow Your Love of Learning this Spring with Continuing Education at Trent University
Largest-ever course offering now open for registration with online courses and workshops including Memoir Writing, Video Game Creation, American Sign Language, and Introduction to Excel
March 11, 2022
A Stroke of Creativity: Students Participate in Peterborough Painted Paddle Exhibit
Peterborough art installation supports Downtown Green Team with pieces painted by local artists
March 8, 2022
Dare to Dream: A Trent Degree Four Decades in the Making
Rachel Upper goes full circle to complete her Bachelor of Arts and Science from Trent
December 17, 2021
Global Keynote Speaker and Best-Selling Author Named 2021/22 Ashley Fellow at Trent University
Hamza Khan to lead week-long speaker series as Trent University’s 42nd Ashley Fellow honouree
October 13, 2021
Young Artists Take Centre Stage through Traill College and 4th Line Theatre Partnership
Trent University and 4th Line Theatre offer local youth art-skills development and the chance to broadcast live performances this summer
July 9, 2021
Learn Something New this Summer with Continuing Education at Trent University
Registration now open for online courses and workshops in American Sign Language, Wildlife Photography and Painting
June 22, 2021
Traill-blazing Showcase of Trent’s Graduate Student Research
Traill College hosts virtual The2is and Tom Talks graduate student competitions
June 16, 2021
Celebrating Collegiate Success
Trent’s Colleges celebrate students during virtual award ceremonies and celebrations
June 2, 2021
Ask the (Alumnus) Author: Linwood Barclay Welcomed Back to Trent University
Lady Eaton College and Traill College welcome best-selling author Linwood Barclay for a virtual event
April 19, 2021
Celebrating Graduate Research, Preserving Tradition
TOM TALKS brings Symons Seminar Series for Graduate Research online
April 5, 2021
Building Hands-On Field Skills in a Virtual Year
Students in Ecological Assessment for Natural Resource Management course provided opportunity to explore their own backyard
March 4, 2021
A Collegiate Holiday: Engaging with Students from Peterborough to Nepal
From decorating the Great Hall to festive virtual trivia, Trent’s Colleges are keeping students connected while staying apart (for now)
December 21, 2020
Caring Community Supports Students on Giving Tuesday
Alumni, students, staff, faculty and friends come together to provide over $90,000 for Trent students
December 16, 2020
Bringing Lifelong Learning Online with Continuing Education for Fall 2020
Registration now open for all courses and workshops including Effective Leadership, American Sign Language and Introduction to Computing
October 13, 2020
Let Us Be Your Guide: New Program Connects First-Year Students with In-Course Mentorship
Online Learning Student Assistant Program to support first-year courses this fall
August 11, 2020
Three Minute Thesis Goes Virtual
2020 event goes live with eight grad students rising to the challenge of summarizing their research in just 180 seconds
May 21, 2020
Inaugural Traill Winter Carnival Charms Trent Students
Two-night carnival hosted by students featured homemade food and winter activities
March 2, 2020
Blockchain and Bitcoin Start-up Founder Receives Young Alumni Leader Award
Trent University honours alumna Jenna Pilgrim, who has found a professional niche in the tech sector
February 7, 2020
Acclaimed Children’s Author Helps Trent Students Discover New Writing Styles
2019-20 Ashley Fellow Shelley Tanaka completes visit at Trent Durham and Traill College, sharing experience in publishing with emerging student writers
February 3, 2020
A Circle of Voices Brings Research to Life
Intergenerational, arts-based workshop offers a critical turning point for Trent M.A. student
December 4, 2019
Giving Tuesday - Supporting Trent's Caring Communities
International day of philanthropy sees Trent University looking to their College and campus systems
December 3, 2019
Novel Ideas Shared By Award-winning Authors
Trent plays host to authors ranging from comedic to epic and everything in between through the 31st annual Writers Reading series
November 13, 2019
Renowned Entertainment Lawyer Delivers Final Judgement in Copyright Moot Court at Trent
Trent Chancellor Stephen Stohn advises Trent/Swansea Dual Degree Law and Arts/Business program students while they argue points of copyright law
November 8, 2019
Alumni Show Collegiate Spirit by Investing in the Campaign for Trent Colleges
Alumni engagement ensures Trent’s unique collegiate environment remains at the heart of the University for generations to come
October 31, 2019
Building on Tradition: Campaign for Trent Colleges Strengthens University’s Collegiate Roots
University announces $5 Million Campaign for Trent Colleges to enhance the transformative Trent experience
October 16, 2019
What’s On at Trent: October 8 to October 15
Upcoming events include Writers Reading and Tom Symons: A Canadian Life
October 9, 2019
Ashley Fellowship Reflects Shelley Tanaka’s Literary Commitment to Engaging Others
Pillar of Canadian children’s publishing shares expertise throughout Trent University, starting in Oshawa
October 8, 2019
What’s On at Trent: September 24 to 30
Upcoming events include varsity games and Writers Reading event with actor, comedian and author, Mary Walsh
September 24, 2019
What’s On at Trent University September 16 - 22
Upcoming events include varsity games and Writers Reading event with award-winning author Lisa Moore
September 17, 2019
What’s On at Trent University
Upcoming events include Head of the Trent Regatta/Alumni Homecoming, Writers Reading, Varsity games and David Morrison Lecture in International Development
September 10, 2019
#CollegesofTrentU: Traill Wow! Expect the Unexpected at Traill College
As the only college in downtown Peterborough, Traill is known for thinking outside the box
July 8, 2019
#TrentExploresCanada: Canadian Studies Was Born at Trent
New series shines a light on the impressive faculty at Trent’s School for the Study of Canada
June 27, 2019
American Sign Language Course Offered this Summer at Trent’s Downtown Traill College
New course marks first time Trent University has offered Continuing Education opportunities in summer
May 24, 2019
Six Traill Principals Reunite at Doors Open
Reunion made event extra special as hundreds of people explored the downtown college including two buildings dating back to 1852 and 1882
May 6, 2019
What’s On at Trent University April 1, 2019 - April 24, 2019
Upcoming events include the Regional Science Fair and the Celebration of Teaching Excellence
April 1, 2019
What’s On at Trent University March 25, 2019 - April 10, 2019
Upcoming events include Three Minute Thesis and Our Relationship with Nature panel discussion
March 25, 2019
What’s On at Trent University March 18, 2019 - April 10, 2019
Upcoming events include Three Minute Thesis and Our Relationship with Nature panel discussion
March 18, 2019
Expand Your Mind at Trent University: Spring Continuing Education Courses Begin March 11
Registration now open for wide-range of classes offered March through May at Traill College in downtown Peterborough
March 5, 2019
What’s On at Trent University March 4, 2019 - March 26, 2019
Upcoming events include the Trent Lands and Nature Areas Plan Community Input Sessions & Stavro Lecture in Theory & Politics
March 4, 2019
What’s On at Trent University February 5, 2019 - March 26, 2019
Upcoming events include the Trent Lands and Nature Areas Plan Community Input Sessions & Stavro Lecture in Theory & Politics
February 26, 2019
What’s On at Trent University February 4, 2019 - March 7, 2019
Upcoming events include the Provost Lectures on Reconciliation and Climate Change Lecture by Gwynne Dyer
February 19, 2019
Trent University Well-Represented at Global Gathering of Collegiate Universities
Traill College Principal voted to third term as organization’s chair
February 14, 2019
What’s On at Trent University February 11, 2019 - March 8, 2019
Upcoming events include the Climate Change Lecture by Gwynne Dyer & the Trent Lands and Nature Areas Plan Community Input Session
February 11, 2019
What’s On at Trent University February 5, 2019 - March 7, 2019
Upcoming events include the Provost Lectures on Reconciliation and Climate Change Lecture by Gwynne Dyer
February 5, 2019
What’s On at Trent University January 28, 2019 - March 7, 2019
Upcoming events include Black History Month Panel and the Aging and Society Seminar Series
January 28, 2019
Chapter Closes on Another Successful Writers Reading Series
Beloved Trent tradition brings renowned authors to read and engage with the University community
January 8, 2019
Impressive $98,580 Raised in Successful Giving Tuesday Campaign at Trent University
Alumni, students, staff, faculty accept the Crush the College Challenge to support the revitalized college system
November 29, 2018
$75,000 Trent University College Challenge Returns to Celebrate Giving Tuesday
Community invited to continue the momentum of last year’s campaign supporting the colleges at Trent University
November 26, 2018
What’s On at Trent University
Upcoming events include Annual Schindler Lecture in Aquatic Science and ToursPlus
November 20, 2018
What’s On at Trent University
Upcoming events include a lecture about Blockchain Technology by Trent Chancellor Dr. Don Tapscott
November 12, 2018
What’s On at Trent University
Upcoming events include a lecture by Holocaust Survivor Dr. Max Eisen as well as a lecture about Blockchain Technology by Trent Chancellor Dr. Don Tapscott
November 5, 2018
What’s On at Trent University
Upcoming events include Peterborough Open House and a lecture by Holocaust Survivor Dr. Max Eisen
October 29, 2018
What’s On at Trent University
Upcoming events include Peterborough Open House and a lecture by Holocaust Survivor Dr. Max Eisen
October 23, 2018
What’s On at Trent University
Upcoming events include Peterborough Open House and Lecture by Holocaust Survivor Dr. Max Eisen
October 15, 2018
What’s On at Trent University
Upcoming events include the Women’s Lacrosse Playoffs and Peterborough Open House
October 9, 2018
What’s On at Trent University
Upcoming events include the David Morrison Lecture in International Development and Aging and Homelessness Talk
October 1, 2018
What’s On at Trent University
Upcoming events include Homecoming and Head of the Trent Regatta & the David Morrison Lecture in International Development
September 24, 2018
Bringing Art to Campus: Trent University Launches New Public Sculpture Initiative
Artist Shayne Dark’s ‘This Column Ends’ first of many sculptures to add to Trent University’s breathtaking campus environment
September 21, 2018
Revitalizing the Colleges at Trent: Meet the Principals
Trent's five college principals share an update on their college and its structure following the Colleges Review
September 20, 2018
News from the June Meeting of Trent University’s Board of Governors
Highlights of year-end meeting include farewell to departing governors, newly appointed governor emeritus and honorary alumni
June 20, 2018
Catharine Parr Traill College Celebrates Naming of First Honorary Fellows and Marion Fry Scholarship
Spring Dinner marks new milestones for Trent’s original downtown college
May 9, 2018
What's On at Trent University - Week of April 2, 2018
Upcoming events include the Mathematical Sciences Research Symposium and the Harry Kitchen Lecture in Public Policy
April 2, 2018
What's On at Trent University - Week of March 26, 2018
Upcoming events include the Celebration of Community Research and 3 Minute Thesis
March 26, 2018
What's On at Trent University - Week of March 13
Upcoming events include Open House and Cultural Outreach 2018
March 13, 2018
What's On at Trent University - Week of March 5
Upcoming events include the 3-Minute Paper Competition and Archaeology of the Franklin Expeditions
March 6, 2018
Ojibwe and Cree Artist Named 2018 Ashley Fellow at Trent University
Lara Kramer to deliver new art exhibit, public events and workshops as 40th annual Ashley Fellow
February 15, 2018
What’s On at Trent University - Week of February 12
Upcoming events include No Place to Call Home Symposium & the 42nd Annual Elders Gathering
February 12, 2018
Traill Artist-in-Residence Asks "When Did You Last Get a Letter in the Mail?"
Local artist Wendy Trusler examines the reasons why we keep letters
February 8, 2018
What's On at Trent University - Week of February 6, 2018
Upcoming events include Stavro Cultural Studies Lecture & the North at Trent Lecture Series
February 6, 2018
What's On at Trent University - Week of January 29, 2018
Upcoming events include ToursPlus & Stavro Cultural Studies Lecture
January 29, 2018
What's On at Trent University - Week of January 22, 2018
Upcoming events include When They Awake film screening and North at Trent Lecture Series
January 22, 2018
“Traill Wow:” New Campaign Touts the Benefits of Trent University’s Downtown College
New student hub spaces, updated facilities and more residence space breathe new life into Catharine Parr Traill College
January 18, 2018
What's On at Trent University - Week of January 15, 2018
Upcoming events include the first North at Trent Lecture and an Art Opening at Traill College
January 15, 2018
Over $150,000 Raised in Successful Giving Tuesday Campaign at Trent University
Giving Tuesday College Challenge accepted by alumni, students, staff and faculty, raising over $80,000 and exceeding goal
November 30, 2017
College Challenge Aims to Raise $75,000 in Ambitious Trent University Giving Tuesday Campaign
Community invited to help #CrushtheCollegeChallenge November 28
November 24, 2017
Trent Faculty Member Honoured by Eastern Ontario Community for Contributions to Education
Dr. Michael Eamon inducted into the Hall of Excellence at Brockville Collegiate Institute
November 16, 2017
What’s On at Trent University
Upcoming events include the Drain Chair in Ethics Lecture & Indigenous Research Day
November 13, 2017
The College Systems and its Strengths & Challenges: A Discussion at Trent
Founding president of Trent and other experts gather for lively debate about the College system
November 10, 2017
Ignite Your Passion for Learning this Fall with Continuing Education Classes at Trent University
New community partnerships spark exciting new classes including History of Orchestra and Contemporary Performance; classes and workshops begin October 16
October 5, 2017