Catharine Parr Traill College Turns 60!
Traill College, Trent’s oldest College, was established in 1964 and named after nineteenth-century author and naturalist, Catharine Parr Traill.
After six decades, Traill is everything that a twenty-first century collegiate institution should be: inclusive, diverse, engaging, and, importantly, fun.
"For six decades Catharine Parr Traill College has been a downtown oasis for Trent students, an innovative space for discussions and performances, and a place where students could go home to at the end of the day. Traill has always been an essential part of Trent University and this year we celebrate, together, a proud tradition of scholarship, friendship, and fun."
Dr. Michael Eamon
Principal, Traill College
Celebrate with us on the Hill!
Meet Marion Fry
Thursday, October 3, 7:30 – 10:00 p.m.
Bagnani Hall
Meet Traill’s first principal, Dr. Marion Fry '89 (hon) as she discusses her early years at the College on the Hill.
Student Scarfing Ceremony
Saturday, October 5, 11:00 a.m.
Jalynn Bennett Amphitheatre
Join Head of the Trent (HOTT) celebrations including the Scarfing Ceremony for new Traill College members presented by Traill faculty, staff, fellows, and alumni.
Lift Lock Cruise
Saturday, October 5, starting at 3:00 p.m.
92 George St. N., Peterborough
Join your fellow alumni for a boat cruise down the Otonabee River for an evening of reconnecting and reminiscing.
Filmmaker in Residence Peter Raymont - FREE Workshop
Tuesday, November 12, 7:00 p.m.
Bagnani Hall
Join Peter Raymont for a Documentary Filmmaking workshop focusing on his award-winning Shake Hands with the Devil. Registration Required. Watching the film before is recommended and a link will be provided to all registrants. Refreshments provided.
Filmmaker in Residence Peter Raymont
Wednesday, November 13, 2:00 p.m.
The Trend, Traill College
Join Peter Raymont for a drop in coffee chat. Refreshments provided.
TRIAGE: Dr. James Orbinski’s Humanitarian Dilemma
Thursday, November 14, 7:00 – 10:00 p.m.
Champlain College, CCS 307
Join Traill College’s first filmmaker in residence, Peter Raymont ‘15, and Traill alumnus Dr. James Orbinski ‘80, as they screen the powerful documentary Triage: Dr. James Orbinski's Humanitarian Dilemma. Followed by a free reception. Presented in conjunction with the Office of the President, the Dean of Humanities and Social Sciences, Champlain College and Traill College.
An Evening with 80s Alumni
Thursday, November 28, 7:30 p.m.
Bagnani Hall
Find out more about life in the ‘80s at the College on the Hill, including John Kennedy ’85, and members of Team Trend.
Winter Programming - Stay Tuned for Details!
Traill Through the Years
"Originally envisaged to empower women in the academy, Traill continues to offer spaces that uplift voices, empower action, and prepare students for what lies ahead. Traill students pride themselves on being "know it somes" who understand that the lifelong journey of education begins by "knowing in part."
Dr. Michael Eamon
Principal, Traill College
