Trine University, founded in 1884, is known for producing career-ready graduates who are prepared to succeed, lead and serve. Trine faculty and staff encourage and celebrate students for their achievements. Excelling On and Off the Field – It’s A Trine Thing.
(see more)Trine University, founded in 1884, is known for producing career-ready graduates who are prepared to succeed, lead and serve. Trine faculty and staff encourage and celebrate students for their achievements. Excelling On and Off the Field – It’s A Trine Thing.
Summer research helps Trine student Benham on career path
Trine University student Julia Benham participated in a Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) this summer, gaining hands-on research experience at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
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Sep 29
Trine pre-med student gains research skills in summer internship
Lauren Hillin, a biology student on the pre-med track at Trine University, gained important research skills in her summer internship at the Wake Forest Institute for Regenerative Medicine in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.
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Oct 2
Trine student takes ecology knowledge into new terrain at Idaho National Laboratory
Trine University student Claire Schmaltz spent her summer applying her environmental science and biology studies as an ecological crew member with Battelle Energy Alliance at Idaho National Laboratory (INL) in Idaho Falls, Idaho.
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Sep 28
Trine students experience broader world of chemistry at national ACS conference
Two Trine University students - Chloe Laird, a chemical engineering major from Warsaw, Indiana, and Makenzie Amich, a forensic science major from Thorntown, Indiana - recently had the opportunity to connect with thousands of chemistry professionals and students from across the country at the American Chemical Society (ACS) national meeting in Chicago.
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Sep 21
Trine engineering students present research at international workshop
Four Trine University mechanical engineering students presented their original research at an international conference focusing on microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) and microsystems technologies.
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Jul 2
Trine's VITA location helps low-income residents file more than 120 returns
Trine University students filed 122 tax returns for low-income residents through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program this past semester.
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May 13
Shower shoe: Trine students develop prosthetic for Allen County paramedic
Two amputations haven't stopped Ben Masten from working as a paramedic, but he still faces challenges every day. A team of Trine University biomedical engineering majors worked this spring to help him overcome one of them.
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May 11
Michaela Doiron takes next step toward dream of helping others
Michaela Doiron hopes to one day design prosthetics for children or veterans, and the Trine University biomedical engineering major has made two big strides toward that dream.
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Apr 30
'Something that truly helps people': Trine team develops customized walker
Liam Millership said his senior design project reminded him that "good engineering is not just about designing something functional - it's about designing something that truly helps people."
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May 12
Trine student Olivia Parker named 500 Festival Princess
Olivia Parker, a Trine University junior from Lebanon, Indiana, majoring in exercise science, was recently chosen to be a 500 Festival Princess.
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Mar 25
Trine student Laci Roy one of 28 recognized for 'Realizing the Dream'
Laci Roy, a Trine University sophomore from Ligonier, Indiana, majoring in biology, was one of 28 first-generation Indiana college students named as a "Realizing the Dream" recipient by Independent Colleges of Indiana (ICI).
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Mar 23
On target: Trine team designing archery solution for disabled veteran
Injuries sustained during the Gulf War robbed Chester Evitt of the ability to enjoy archery. A Trine University senior design group is working to give that ability back to him.
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Mar 19
Trine DPT students, faculty present at national PT conference
Trine University Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) students and faculty presented research at the American Physical Therapy Association's largest national conference, the Combined Sections Meeting, held in Anaheim, California, Feb. 12-14.
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Feb 24
Trine civil engineering students, faculty learn and network at annual event
Fourteen Trine University civil engineering students and three faculty recently participated in the annual Civil Engineering Professional Development Seminar (CEPDS).
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Jan 26
Trine's Wrachford selected for Orr Fellowship
John Wrachford wasn't entirely sure what he wanted to do after graduation. Now he has a plan for at least the next two years. The Trine University senior from Fairborn, Ohio, has been selected to join the 2026 cohort of the Orr Fellowship.
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Jan 13
From the ground into the air: Trine students working with advanced resins
Trine University has received a grant from the Indiana Space Grant Consortium (INSGC) to support students conducting advanced aerospace composite research.
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2025 Nov 20
Homecoming royalty crowned at Trine
Trine University recognized its 2025 Homecoming court as well as its king and queen during the annual Thunderstruck Pep Rally in the MTI Center on Friday, Oct. 3.
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2025 Oct 6
Trine DPT graduates earn perfect scores on national exam
Three graduates from Trine University's Doctor of Physical Therapy program recently earned perfect scores on the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE), required to attain licensure as a physical therapist.
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2025 Jul 24
Built to squeeze: Engineering seniors design, build pallet handling fix for Dexter Group
Taking the baton from last year's team, five Trine University mechanical engineering seniors renewed their partnership with Dexter Axle's Albion, Indiana, facility to complete a custom-built pallet squeezer-an industrial machine designed to realign heavy stacks of manufacturing pallets.
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2025 May 14
Senior design team tackles industrial filtration challenge in partnership with Steel Dynamics Copperworks
A team of Trine University chemical engineering seniors is addressing an operational challenge at Steel Dynamics La Farga Copperworks through their senior design project, developing a more efficient soot recovery system tailored to the facility's expanding needs.
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2025 May 14
Central line safety: Trine team designs training device to help reduce errors
Central lines (catheters inserted into large veins) are commonly used to deliver medications or specialized treatment, or for prolonged IV therapy.
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2025 May 21
Trine student presents research at Butler URC
A Trine University student presented her senior chemistry research at this year's Butler Undergraduate Research Conference (URC), held April 11 on the Butler University campus.
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2025 Apr 29
Reborn: Student team equips former BUV for hydro excavation
It retired a winner, and now a vehicle developed by Trine University engineering students is enjoying new life in campus service.
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2025 Apr 29
Keeping water safe: Trine team helps treatment plants beef up security
For their senior design project, a Trine University team visited four northeast Indiana water treatment plants - those serving Angola, Waterloo, Ashley and Hamilton - to evaluate their infrastructure and provide recommendations on how to make them more secure.
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2025 Apr 28
How to win at Jenga: Trine student presents game theory research at online conference
Caleb Aukeman, a Trine University mechanical engineering and mathematics major from Winona Lake, Indiana, recently conducted a presentation at an online game theory conference showing how a modified version of Jenga will always be won by the second player.
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2025 Apr 24
Trine's Mia Diaz recognized for 'Realizing the Dream'
INDIANAPOLIS - Mia Diaz, a Trine University sophomore from Goshen, Indiana, majoring in exercise science on the 3+3 direct entry pathway for physical therapy, was one of 29 first-generation Indiana college students named as a "Realizing the Dream" recipient by Independent Colleges of Indiana (ICI).
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2025 Apr 1
Trine's Michael Pacer named to Orr Fellowship
Michael Pacer, a Trine University senior from Maumee, Ohio, is one of 74 talented college seniors selected to join Orr Fellowship this year.
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2025 Jan 13
Trine crowns Homecoming royalty
Trine University recognized its 2024 Homecoming court as well as its king and queen during the annual Thunderstruck Pep Rally in the MTI Center on Sept. 27.
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2024 Oct 8
Trine students to assist FWPD with cold cases
Area unsolved cases are getting new sets of eyes. Trine University, in partnership with the Fort Wayne Police Department (FWPD), launched a Cold Case Unit this semester. It's the first such university-based unit in the state of Indiana.
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2024 Sep 5
Trine chemical engineering students shine in summer research internships
Four Trine University chemical engineering students got paid to stay in school this summer, gaining invaluable research experience while contributing toward new technologies aimed at improving our environmental impact.
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2024 Sep 5
