Baker’s dozen: Trine grads have near-perfect employment for 13th year
November 17, 2025
While some consider the number 13 unlucky, for Trine University graduates, it’s evidence of continued excellence.
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Trine's oldest alum passes away
September 12, 2018
Ethelwyn McElroy, Trine University's oldest living alumna, has passed away at the
age of 108.
Born June 1, 1910, in Angola, Ethelwyn graduated from Tri-State College in 1930 from what was then called the School of Commerce with a degree in bookkeeping. She worked as a bookkeeper and accountant, the last 35 years at Angola Lumber Company.
She died peacefully Aug. 20 in Surprise, Arizona, where she had lived in recent years.
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Paxton joins Trine as AVP of advancement
November 14, 2025
Ellen Paxton has joined Trine University as assistant vice president of advancement, bringing more than 25 years of experience in fundraising and institutional promotion to the position.
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CMETU director takes part in Montessori event at JA JobSpark
November 12, 2025
Laurie Stockton-Moreno, director of The Center for Montessori Education at Trine University (CMETU), was part of a team that introduced area eighth- and ninth-grade students to Montessori education during a recent event.
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