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Alexis Rudat’s ’17 (Traill College) standing in front of Pineiro Law with owner, and lawyer Curtis Pineiro ’99

Trent/Swansea Grad Joins Mentor's Law Firm in Peterborough

Alexis Rudat '17 begins her career as a lawyer working alongside Trent alum Curtis Pineiro '99

May 14, 2026

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Luke Bentvelzen Named Head Coach of Trent Excalibur Women’s Rugby

Experienced coach and rugby leader brings a student-centered approach to the Excalibur program

May 13, 2026

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Trent Durham Research, Regional Relationships Focus of May Board of Governors Meeting

Community collaboration in the Durham region, new Board appointments and strengthened credit ratings among meeting highlights

May 13, 2026

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Trent Excalibur Rowing Wins Women’s National Sculling Championship at U.S. Regatta

Trent student-athletes earn multiple gold medals and podium finishes in standout performance at prestigious Jefferson Dad Vail Regatta

May 12, 2026

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Trent Alumni at the Helm of Canada’s Nursing Future

As Canada’s chief nursing officer, Dr. Leigh Chapman ’91 is helping chart a stronger, more sustainable future for nursing

May 12, 2026

Trent student Antonella Batchi delivers a speech in front of a crowd

Language and Linguistics Program hosts 25th Annual Chinese Bridge Competition

Two Trent students deliver cultural performances in Chinese with Antonella Batchi taking third place in Toronto region final

May 11, 2026

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Inaugural Lulu Johnston Memorial Award Recipient to Champion Rural Healthcare

Jaden Sommerville will be supported by an $8,000 scholarship as she enters her third year of B.Sc. in Nursing

May 11, 2026

Glenn Craney Appointed Vice-President and Head of Trent University Durham Greater Toronto Area

Experienced postsecondary and public-sector leader to guide next phase of growth at Trent Durham effective July 1, 2026

May 11, 2026

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Six Years of Impact: Trent Giving Day Surpasses $2.6M in Support of Student Opportunities

2026 campaign adds $121,000 to expand student-focused programs and initiatives

May 6, 2026

Child and Youth Studies Alumni Reflect on Friendship, Mentorship, and Memories

Orientation Week friendships, hands-on events, supportive faculty and a memorable classroom prank shaped these alumni’s Trent Durham experience

May 6, 2026