Seniors say goodbye, reflect on past four years

by Emily Mosier Years of studying have finally come to an end as seniors prepare to walk across the stage at graduation, and some seniors were happy to have the chance to reflect on their time at Troy University. For Cet-Ki Williams, a criminal justice major from Montgomery, Alabama, his most memorable experience at Troy was earlier this academic year at the Sunbelt Championship football game. “The energy in the Vet was amazing, and I met so many cool people,” Williams said. “It felt like I was living through a…

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Students showcase the Black experience 

by Kiara Posey In a movement to showcase Black talent on Troy’s campus, Troy students held the Black Experience (BEX) Award Show last Friday.  Students, clad in their top gowns and suits, enjoyed a cocktail hour, refreshments, and various musical performances throughout the evening. “The inspiration behind the Black Experience Award Show was just a way to showcase the Black talent we have on campus,” said Benjamin Hubert II, a senior exercise science major from Atmore, Alabama, and co-founder of the BEX Awards. “A lot of us do a lot…

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Freshmen reflect on their first year at Troy

by Libby Thornton The end of the Spring semester marks the end of many things, but for freshmen, it means no longer being the new kid on campus and celebrating all of the lessons learned.  “Coming into college, I was excited to have opportunities for leadership and clubs,” said Caleb Smith, a freshman majoring in global business management from Hokes Bluff, Alabama. “But I was also nervous because I have always lived at home and now I was going to be three hours away.” Switching from, on average, seven-hour school…

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Football players receive NIL deal to combat sleep apnea

by Caleb Thomas The bigger they are, the harder they fall’ is a well-known cliché, however, it can also apply to sleep apnea.  Studies, such as one done by doctors at the Cleveland Clinic Sleep Disorder Center, have shown that there is a direct correlation between neck circumference and sleep apnea.  Jason Jones, owner of Jones Medical Supply, a local company that specializes in at-home medical equipment including CPAP machines, realized this one morning and had an idea. Jones Medical Supply is teaming up with Troy Regional Medical Center to…

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Special Olympics set to be held at Troy University

by Caleb Thomas The Special Olympics is set to hold its Alabama State Games on the Troy University campus next month.  Starting May 19 and running through May 21, almost 1,000 athletes and their coaches will be in the city of Troy for the games. It will be the 11th anniversary of Special Olympians competing at Troy University. The law enforcement torch run, where law enforcement officers run with the torch into Troy, will begin the festivities on May 19, with the opening ceremony taking place later at 7 p.m.…

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