A follow up will be written as soon as a conclusion is drawn.

If you have further questions you can visit the Facebook Event or contact any of the below:

Joe Barber: Joseph.Barber@trincoll.edu
Ben Gascoigne: Benjamin.Gascoigne@trincoll.edu
Sean Mansoory: Sean.Mansoory@trincoll.edu

Update: Deal Alford sent a follow up e-mail to the alert that the lockdown had been lifted by telling students that the situation between Summit and Zion St. tonight ended with the suspect committing suicide. Alford noted that the young man has no relation to Trinity College and that students should avoid the Summit/Zion St. area to allow police to clear the scene.

How did the lockdown and events surrounding it make you feel? How do you feel the administration responded to the crisis? Sound off in the comments, we want to know!

At 7:43 p.m. a shot was fired as a police dog headed toward someone in the woods who’d been spotted on a thermal imaging camera. After the shot was fired, police pulled back and took cover and called in the Hartford police Emergency Response Team and negotiators.

via Fox 61 News

This initial alert was later followed up by an e-mail from Dean of Students Fredrick Alford telling students a description of the suspect as well as his last known location. The e-mail assured students that Hartford Police (HPD) was on scene helping to take care of the situation, and that students should remain inside. Subsequent follow up e-mails reiterate the fact that the suspect is expected to be on or around Trinity’s campus, and that he is still on the lam.The last e-mail from Alford was at 9:10PM telling students that campus is still in lock down and that:

We have reports that the suspect fired one shot at the police and that the police have narrowed their search to the area just off campus.  The police still consider the situation to be dangerous and we all need to heed their requirement that we stay put until the police can assure us the suspect has been apprehended.

We want to remind everyone that this isn’t a drill and you should remain indoors for your safety. Luckily they think they know where he is. If you see anything don’t hesitate to contact HPD.

Description of suspect: “The man is Caucasian, wearing tan shorts, a gray T-shirt over a long sleeved gray shirt, and is bare-footed.”

Updates as they come.

This year’s artist for Tropical will without a doubt impress once again. World-renowned House DJ Ian Carey will be breaking from his current European tour for one United States show only – Psi Upsilon’s Tropical 2009. Best known for the hit single “Get Shaky,” Carey is sure to be the biggest dance act to roll through Trinity College yet and will be spinning straight through the night.

Sand, beer, and live music, what more could someone ask for on an October night?

Here’s the breakdown:

What? Psi Upsilon’s Tropical 2009 FEATURING THE IAN CAREY PROJECT.

When? Saturday, October 17th 2009; 9:00PM

Where? Psi Upsilon backyard.

Cost? $20 in advance (see a Brother or Pledge), $30 at the door.

Click on the play button below to hear “Get Shaky” and check out “Keep On Rising” in the YouTube video below:

Also visit the Facebook event here for more information.

That being said I’m planning on doing a few updates/maintenance around the site as well as get some new posts together.

Interested in writting? If you’re interested in contributing to TrinTalk as a recurring role or as a guest post, use the contact form or e-mail admin@trintalk.com for more information!

UPDATE: Let me know how you like the changes by voting in the poll below.

Office/Department: Media Technology Services Contact Name: Ron Perkins, Office Manager Phone: 297-2422 Email: MTS@Trincoll.edu Available Student Position Title: MTS Student Technician Brief Description of Position/Duties: Videotape campus events and lectures Set up and operation of projection equipment for computer images and video playback Troubleshoot issues with classroom projection equipment; assist helpdesk in this regard Duplication of and conversion between DVD, VHS, MiniDV media and assorted Quicktime codecs Edit video using IMovie and Final Cut Express; assist students and faculty in editing their video projects Be able to lift 50 lbs. Dependably work regularly scheduled daytime shift; be available for occasional nighttime and weekend events Have good attitude, detail oriented and be willing to learn Office/Department: Office of International Programs Contact Name: Melissa Scully Phone: 860-297-2005 Email: melissa.scully@trincoll.edu Available Student Position Title: Office Assistant Brief Description of Position/Duties: We are searching for a student who is proficient in Microsoft Office applications, highly motivated and who has prior office experience. Attention to detail and accuracy is essential.  General office and clerical tasks  are a regular part of the job. Students will also assist staff with projects and events. The student should have strong customer service skills, be good with people, and be flexible.  Ideally, the candidate will have studied abroad, have an interest in studying abroad, or be studying abroad at Trinity as an international student. Office/Department: Austin Arts Center Contact Name: Elisa Griego Phone: 297-2547 Email: elisa.griego@trincoll.edu Available Student Position Title: Stage Technician Brief Description of Position/Duties: Assists AAC Production Staff in all “backstage” operations including set-up of performance spaces and equipment, stagecraft and run crews. Skills Required:  basic knowledge of electrical systems, carpentry or tool operation a plus but not necessary; creativity and reliability essential. Average 6-9 hours/week. Office/Department: Austin Arts Center Contact Name: Vivian Lamb Phone: 297-2196 Email: vivian.lamb@trincoll.edu Available Student Position Title: Costuming Assistant Brief Description of Position/Duties: Assists with costume construction and other related wardrobe duties. Required Skills:  previous experience with sewing and costume construction desired but not required. Average 6-9 hours/week. Office/Department: Austin Arts Center Contact Name: Maritza Ubides Phone: 297-2541 Email: maritza.ubides@trincoll.edu Available Student Position Title: House Management Assistant Brief Description of Position/Duties: Assists with all front-of-house operations during performances. Skills Required:  ability to deal directly with patrons in an effective manner as a principle representative of the AAC. Average 6 hours/week. Vary from week to week. Office/Department: Austin Arts Center Contact Name: James Latzel Phone: 297-2198 Email: james.latzel@trincoll.edu Available Student Position Title: Box Office Assistant Brief Description of Position/Duties: Maintains procedures for ticket sales and reports; provides information; closes and secures building at the end of each day; opens building on weekends. Skills Required:  previous retail or box office experience helpful but not required. Average 6-9 hours/week. Office/Department: Austin Arts Center Contact Name: Pat Kennedy Phone: 297-5122 Email: patricia.kennedy@trincoll.edu Available Student Position Title: Administrative Office Assistant Brief Description of Position/Duties: Assists the Administrative Assistant for departments of Music and Theatre/Dance in the administration of their programs: word processing, filing, phone duties, photocopying, etc. Skills Required:  good keyboard, organizational and communication skills. Average 6-9 hours/week. Office/Department: Registrar’s Office Contact Name: Kate McGlew Phone: 297-2116 Email: kathleen.mcglew@trincoll.edu Available Student Position Title: Student workers: Academic year positions (hiring in September and January) Brief Description of Position/Duties: Student workers in the Registrar’s Office assist students, faculty and administrators who contact our office via phone or in person, and perform various office functions such as filing, copying, and mailings as well as miscellaneous projects.  Required skills include organization, accuracy, telephone and computer skills, dependability, decision-making, and the ability to work quickly and independently. Office/Department: Registrar’s Office Contact Name: Kate McGlew Phone: 297-2116 Email: kathleen.mcglew@trincoll.edu Available Student Position Title: First-Year Coordinator: Summer positions (hiring in April) Brief Description of Position/Duties: This student helps with the enrollment of entering first-year students.  He/She will be a point of contact in the office for entering students and their parents, and will handle telephone and e-mail inquiries, assist with course selection, enroll students in first-year seminars and non-seminar courses, and work closely with the First-Year Program Office and the Office of Residential Life.  Applicants should be students who entered Trinity as a first-year student.  This is a full time position, beginning the last week of May and continuing through First-Year Orientation in August. Office/Department: Registrar’s Office Contact Name: Kate McGlew Phone: 297-2116 Email: kathleen.mcglew@trincoll.edu Available Student Position Title: Office Assistant: Summer positions (hiring in April) Brief Description of Position/Duties: This student processes transcript and enrollment verification requests, assists students, faculty and administrators who contact our office via phone, email, or in person, and performs general office duties. Required skills for both positions include organization, accuracy, telephone and computer skills, dependability, decision-making, and the ability to work quickly and independently. Office/Department: Chartwells Contact Name: Toby Chenette Phone: 297-2318 Email: toby.chenette@trincoll.edu Available Student Position Title: Student Marketing Intern Brief Description of Position/Duties: Inquire within Office/Department: Office of Admissions Contact Name: Mary Dumas Phone: 860-297-2174 Email: mary.dumas@trincoll.edu Available Student Position Title: Student Admissions Associate Brief Description of Position/Duties: For the 2010-2011 academic year. Successful candidates will demonstrate a vibrant intellect, outstanding communication skills, a sophisticated understanding of the College’s institutional priorities and vision for the future, as well as great enthusiasm for Trinity. Requires a 4-6 hour commitment during the week in both semesters, and Saturday hours will be required during the fall term. Office/Department: Office of Admissions Contact Name: Mary Dumas Phone: 860-297-2174 Email: mary.dumas@trincoll.edu Available Student Position Title: Tour Guide Brief Description of Position/Duties: Successful candidates will demonstrate a vibrant intellect, outstanding communication skills, a sophisticated understanding of the College’s institutional priorities and vision for the future as well as great enthusiasm for Trinity. Office/Department: Calendar and Special Events Contact Name: Megan Fitzsimmons Phone: 860-297-2337 Email: megan.fitzsimmons@trincoll.edu Available Student Position Title: Smith House Front Desk Attendant/Special Events Assistant Brief Description of Position/Duties: Serve as the Smith House front desk attendant which including answering the telephone, checking in and out overnight guests, maintaining the breakfast room and meeting rooms, referring inquiries, producing event contracts, and answering questions; Assist with coordinating Facilities, IT, Campus Safety, Chartwells, and Media Technology conference/event contract needs; Assist with planning of logistics of College events: First-Year Orientation, President’s Convocation, Matriculation, Book Discussion, Family Weekend, Senior Salute, Honors Day, Commencement; Assist with the new Event Management System and Master Calendar of Events System; and other duties as assigned Office/Department: Community Service and Civic Engagement Contact Name: Joe Barber Phone: 860-297-4256 Email: jbarber@trincoll.edu Available Student Position Title: TBA Brief Description of Position/Duties: If you are interested in a position within the Office of Community Service and Civic Engagement, please contact Joe Barber (via e-mail only). In your e-mail, please include a resume and/or a list of activities/interests as well as your availability to work. Office/Department: Computing Center Help Desk Contact Name: Waishana Freeman Phone: (860) 297-5280 Email: Waishana.Freeman@trincoll.edu Available Student Position Title: Help Desk Consultant Brief Description of Position/Duties: A Help Desk Consultant is expected to work a minimum of 3 shifts a week. Assisting clients with their computer related problems, by trying willingly to resolve the problem by explaining various solutions to the clients; via phone, email or in person. Familiar with the software supported by the Computing Center; such as applications and available resources to be able to troubleshoot a problem. Communication skills, self motivation and a good disposition are essential assets.

The hope is to compile Trinity Twitter users for the purpose of quickly spreading news within the Trinity Community, as well as a good way to hear about events, etc.

With that being said, check out the database being compiled here:

You can fill out the form here and view the spreadsheet containing the Twitter info here.

Related: Do You Tweet?

Aside from that though, Sunday is the day. With that brings a lot of last minute questions, probably the biggest one for parents (and graduates) alike is WHERE WILL COMMENCEMENT BE IN THE EVENT OF RAIN? Or more importantly, HOW WILL WE KNOW IF THERE IS A LOCATION CHANGE?

For these questions, expect either an update to the Commencement website, or an e-mail to the student body. I’d also advise calling the central switchboard for any pressing questions at 860-297-2000.

Unfortunately it’s raining pretty hard right now (12:30 AM on Sunday), so I’d expect the ceremony to be moved inside – sorry to be the bearer of bad news.

As far as the schedule for Sunday:

Sunday, May 17, 2009

8:30 – 9:15 a.m.
Episcopal Eucharist
The Chapel (campus map)

10:00 a.m.
Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree Candidates Formation
Lower Long Walk, near Cinestudio (campus map)
Wearing academic regalia (caps and gowns), bachelor’s and master’s degree candidates assemble on the Lower Long Walk near Cinestudio for the processional to the Quadrangle.

Undergraduate Procession Instructions

Masters Procession Instructions

10:50 a.m.
Academic Procession Begins
The tradition of stepping on The Luther-Roosevelt Long Walk Inscription in front of the Fuller Arch in Northam Towers for the first time on Commencement day continues.  Members of the Trinity community, as well as visitors, have generally avoided stepping on the inscription, perhaps instinctively aware that it is connected with some event in the College’s history.  The inscription in fact commemorates the visit in June 1918 of former President of the United States Theodore Roosevelt, who delivered an address and received an honorary degree at Commencement.

11:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
183rd Commencement Ceremony
The Quadrangle (campus map)
Commencement is the central and most important event of the Trinity academic year.  The College faculty gathers together with the families and friends of the graduating class to celebrate their achievements in a ceremony that has endured for nearly two centuries.

1:30 – 5:00 p.m.

Post-Commencement Celebration
The Soccer Field (campus map)

College Reception
Under the Tent, Soccer Field
President James F. Jones, Jr., Board of Trustees members, and current faculty look forward to meeting your family and congratulating you in person. A light lunch and refreshments will be provided.

Individual Receptions
Under the Tents, Soccer Field
For more information about coordinating an individual reception, please click here.

Good luck to the Class of 2009 and best wishes! I’ll be seeing many of you tomorrow rain or shine!