Chi Alpha’s ‘Welcome to America’ party encourages unity, diversity

Steven Porter Contributor Chi Alpha hosted a “Welcome to America” party with food and games to help international students feel welcome in this new country. Chi Alpha encouraged students to get to know each other no matter the differences in culture or background. Troy University proudly flaunts the title “Alabama’s International University.” With 30 campuses around the world, Troy’s dedication to various cultures and people is exactly what some people say makes Troy so great.  The emphasis of this particular event was  on the connection between people — both emotionally…

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Chi Alpha talks dating on V-day

Abby Taylor Online Content Editor Chi Alpha campus ministries hosted a dating panel for students to ask married speakers questions about dating and relationships. The panel was held on Valentine’s Day at 7:30 p.m. in the Trojan Center Ballrooms and was open to all students. “This event is a time for students to be able to ask hard questions to people who have more experience than them in the dating field,” said Whitney Bowers, a strategic communication graduate student from Melbourne, Florida, who volunteers with Chi Alpha. Wesley and Halie…

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International students celebrate Thanksgiving

Abby Taylor Staff Writer Troy’s Chi Alpha Campus Ministry offered several opportunities for international students to experience traditional American culture and holiday celebrations. A Thanksgiving potluck dinner featuring homemade dishes, provided by Chi Alpha staff and students, was held in the Hawkins Adams Long Hall of Honor building on Tuesday, Nov. 22. “We got to connect people and make friendships and share stories,” said Liz Nowling, a junior anthropology major from Ashford who served on the decorating committee for the international Thanksgiving potluck. There were over 50 students in attendance…

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Trojan Treasure: Chi Alpha

By Jill Odom For readers just now joining in, the Trojan Treasures articles feature a new or unheard of organization each week. If you want to have your organization mentioned, please email TropVariety@gmail.com. The fourth Trojan Treasure is Chi Alpha, a Christian fellowship organization that meets every Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. in the Trojan Center ballrooms. Chi Alpha is open to all students. Chi Alpha was originally formed in 1968, but Justin Felch, who is also the campus pastor, founded the current group in 2005.  They average just under 100…

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