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Hannah Littleton photo Jordan Pelt, a senior digital forensics major from Tusca-loosa, Alabama, and vice president of the Film Club, films a comedy skit at a meeting.   Hannah Littleton As he made his way through the Trojan Center, speaking to acquaintances and friends at almost every turn, Jermaine Van Buren realized that Troy University had become a community for him — a big difference from his first semester on campus.  Van Buren, a theater major, had started here as a freshman from Hattiesburg, Mississippi, with hopes that Troy University…

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The Chancellor’s 5 steps to success

Joey Meredith photo Chancellor Jack Hawkins greets T-Roy, Troy University Athletics’ mascot. Hawkins has led the university since 1989. You may see T-Roy around campus and at events. You can find him on Twitter (@TroyTheMascot).   Jack Hawkins Jr., Ph.D. Chancellor Welcome to Troy University! The 2019 IMPACT session will provide an orientation to your new “home away from home” and will create the foundation for you to enjoy a successful college life at your university. You are entering college at an exciting time. Changes, especially innovations in technology, are…

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New coach chips in, sets eyes on wins: inside Troy Athletics

Ashley Sulzby photo Quarterback Sawyer Smith hands off to running back B.J. Smith under the eye of new head coach Chip Lindsey during spring practice. Scott Watkins Connecting to the student body is important for the head coach of a school’s flagship athletic program, and Troy’s new head football coach, Chip Lindsey, has no plans to make an exception. “I enjoy going to events on campus,” Lindsey said in an interview. “I enjoy talking to people and getting to know people. I want our student body to feel like they…

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