<p>Trinity is part of the old preppy network that included Williams, Amherst, Wes. etc. It didn’t fare as well in maintaining its spot as some of the other LAC’s, but that is why I said it has name recognition. It was at the top once, and is generally known in some circles. Of course, LAC’s don’t have the name recognition of Unis.</p>
<p>It offers an excellent education but has been plagued with reports of alcohol use.</p>
<p>That said, my S, at Williams, also saddled with that reputation, is a second semester junior who still can’t get through one beer and doesn’t drink anything else. He’s had no difficulties finding friends.</p>
<p>If your S is outdoorsy it might not be the best option.</p>
<p>I’m sorry he was deterred from CMC because I <em>do</em> think those kids are everywhere. It’s just a fact of life on most college campuses. The exception is very religious colleges and perhaps the women’s colleges have less drinking, though my D, who attended one, drinks more than my S, who obviously didn’t. She’s 23 now, and it’s never been a problem.</p>
<p>Good luck with your search. I am unclear about whether he was accepted or this is just a junior scoping out options. If he is very outdoorsy Colorado College is obvious choice, though of course there are others, like Williams.</p>
<p>Good luck.</p>