Speakers and Book Talk Videos
Evicted: Poverty and Profit in the American City
April 29, 2021
Join Princeton sociologist and MacArthur “Genius” Dr. Matthew Desmond and Trinity’s Theologian in Residence, the Very Rev. Dr. Kelly Brown Douglas, as they discuss one of the most devastating crises facing our city and our country: eviction.
How To Spot and Control Anxiety (And PTSD) Triggers
April 23, 2021
Anxiety and PTSD can interfere with an individual’s ability to successfully engage in daily activities. This presentation will provide a brief review and understanding of how anxiety and PTSD can negatively influence one’s quality of life and how to cope with triggers.
Trinity Commons Speaker Series with Kimberly Bryant
April 15, 2021
Kimberly Bryant is the founder of Black Girls CODE, a non-profit organization dedicated to “changing the face of technology” by introducing girls of color (ages 7-17) to the field of technology and computer science.
Positive Health Behaviors
March 26, 2021
Positive health behaviors are behaviors that promote healthy living, such as eating a well-balanced diet, drinking enough water, exercising, getting...
Trinity Commons Speaker Series with Professor Frank Snowden
March 18, 2021
Join the Rev. Phillip A. Jackson, Trinity's Priest-in-charge, in conversation with Professor Frank Snowden of Yale University, author of Epidemics and Society: From Black Death to the Present.
Trinity Commons Speaker Series with Judith Jamison
February 18, 2021
Choreographer, dancer, and living legend Judith Jamison has dedicated her life to telling stories and history through dance in New York City and all over the world. Learn about the importance of representation in the arts, honoring and preserving the past through dance, and the courage dance offers us in this challenging time.
The Future of New York City: A Conversation with Errol Louis
February 13, 2021
Get ready for the upcoming NYC elections by joining the Rev. Phillip Jackson as he talks with Errol Louis, political analyst and host of New York 1’s “Inside City Hall,” as they consider the pressing issues facing the city.
Knowledge Bites: Supporting Mental Health in Times of Social Distancing
February 12, 2021
Personal interaction is an essential part of the human experience, and the lack thereof during the COVID-19 pandemic has been detrimental for many. This talk touches on some of the ways COVID-19 has affected mental health, stress management, and tips for seeking assistance.
A Conversation on Compassion: Voices from Around the World
February 11, 2021
Explore the true meaning of Trinity’s core value of compassion with five panelists who share their awe-inspiring stories from the U.S., Canada, and the U.K.
Archiving What’s Precious to You
February 8, 2021
Grandma’s wedding photo. Your third-grade report card. Learn the basics of document care and organization from Trinity Archivists Joe Lapinski and Marissa Maggs, who also host the popular video series, “Ask Trinity Archives.”