Month: May 2020

Protest of George Floyd’s death in downtown Troy

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[Best_Wordpress_Gallery id=”136″ gal_title=”Downtown Troy George Floyd Protests”] In the wake of nationwide outrage over the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis, Minnesota, more than 50 students and community members joined in protest on the square in downtown Troy Friday. The protest lasted from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and protestors say they plan to continue demonstrating for at least another couple of days. The local protest began when Troy student Taylor Lolley, a senior psychology major from Butler, Alabama, stood alone on a downtown street corner holding a sign that…

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Fall registration begins May 4

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While the summer semester remains online, the fall 2020 semester is being planned as on campus. Registration begins Monday, May 4, according to Troy University announcements. Senior registration begins at 8 a.m., and junior registration starts at 1 p.m. on Monday. On Tuesday, May 5, sophomore registration will open at 8 a.m., and freshman registration will begin 1 p.m. A “classification hold” will appear on student accounts until the above times according to classification. Business office holds must also be removed before registration.

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Emergency fund to help students during pandemic

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Students are able to apply for financial help through Troy University’s Emergency Fund, with the money available coming from university donors. The Emergency Fund is different from the CARES Bill recently passed, including payments to students; the university is still working on how to allocate those funds. “This is though the Troy University Foundation,” said Dean of Student Services Herb Reeves. “The fund is supported by donations from the Troy alumni, family and friends.” In the meantime, students are able to receive up to $250 from applying for help from…

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