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Jacob Cook
Jan 31, 2014
Fellow students urged to enhance insight on First Amendment right
With the buzz around campus being the infamous hate-spewing preacher on the quad, perhaps it’s time for a discussion of rights and...
Contributor
Jan 23, 2014
Pious protesters pose psychological threat to students
By Chad Downs A man was spotted yesterday at the North quad shouting at students and condemning them of their ‘wrong-doings.’ He was...
Taylor Foxx
Jan 23, 2014
University a multicultural oasis, great opportunity to explore ideas
For many, college might be the greatest opportunity for individuals to share, refine, learn and experience new ideas. Troy University,...
raepwood
Jan 23, 2014
With challenges of a new semester ahead, students should manage their time wisely
Among the many issues that all college students have, time management is probably one of the most difficult to achieve. It gets tough to...
Faith Karwacki
Oct 23, 2013
Shifting blame trivializes the act: Why lack of sympathy is equivalent to a lack of knowledge
“I have no sympathy for someone who is in an abusive relationship. They should have known better.” This is one of the most common...
Tabitha Mixon
Oct 23, 2013
Lyrics written to inspire audience to understand, accept those who differ
It’s Sunday, and I am going out to lunch with family. Undertones of the radio are playing behind conversations. I listen and hear the...
Faith Karwacki
Oct 9, 2013
Preventative measures more pressing to safety of public than ministering during increase in rates of homicide
Homicide rates in Montgomery have reached an all-time high. To combat this, the Montgomery police department reached out towards the...
Chrissy Brown
Oct 9, 2013
Superficial real-world super powers cannot compare to powerful personal qualities
A few days ago my roommate mentioned an article that she read online that said beauty was one of our society’s most useful and relevant...
Staff Writer
Oct 2, 2013
Letter to the editor: Student makes amends with international students for xenophobia
Dear International Students: Apologies are never any fun, but if there was ever one that was overdue, it might be this apology. I can’t...
Patrick Stephens
Oct 2, 2013
Hazing definition should be reconsidered; preventative education a necessary step
Hazing is bad. There is absolutely no doubt about that. But is hazing as bad as we make it out to be, and is it as prevalent as popular...
Jill Odom
Sep 25, 2013
Importance of getting experience in college
Some students, regardless of how long they’ve been in school, think that if they have a perfect GPA they will get the job of their...
Faith Karwacki
Sep 25, 2013
Hazing violates pledge’s personal rights, well-being of nonmembers
The recent hazing scandal is a story that is not perceived by most to be a unique occurrence among members of the Greek community. Greeks...
Staff Writer
Sep 18, 2013
Former SGA President calls upon our generation for self-reflection, change
(PHOTO/Kelcie Hathcock) Within the past week, there has been a substantial amount of local and national media attention directed to an...
Megan Phillips
Sep 11, 2013
On-campus living proves to be an enriching experience
Living in a dorm can come with its share of troubles. Community bathrooms are disgusting, it can take weeks for maintenance problems to...
Patrick Stephens
Sep 11, 2013
Staff writer encourages students to stay for entire football game
It’s that time of the year again. Grills are smoking and TV’s are blaring out the scores of every game being played under the sun. The...
Staff Writer
Sep 4, 2013
Christian students ought to practice love, acceptance rather than silent indifference
Dear Editor: Love, acceptance and forgiveness are characteristics we should all embrace. Nobody is denying the positive nature of last...
Tobi Oluwagbemi
Aug 28, 2013
International enrollment on the rise as Troy University enrollment continues to fluctuate
In a previous edition of Tropolitan this semester, the Chancellor of the University, Dr. Jack Hawkins stated that enrollment was...
raepwood
Aug 21, 2013
Senior student to freshmen: Enjoy your time, experiences at Troy University
As I enter my senior year at Troy, I can’t help but be jealous of all the incoming freshmen. You’ve all just left high school (finally!)...
Faith Karwacki
Aug 21, 2013
Hello, Newman: Faith-based dorms encouraged to make housing available for secular, atheist students
Universities across the nation are known to provide students with dormitories that cater to their special interests. Specialized housing...
raepwood
Apr 23, 2013
Balance Possible Despite Hectic Environment During Finals
As the semester begins to end, most of us rediscover a side of ourselves that usually hides in the shadows of midterms and finals. We...
Staff Writer
Apr 16, 2013
International Dining Options Great Opportunity for Multicultural
Traveling abroad comes with its full set of adventures, both anticipated and unanticipated. Among these, food is often one of the...
Staff Writer
Apr 9, 2013
Alumni Renovations Needed
In our March 28 issue, we ran a story headlined “No current plans for Alumni” in which a top university administrator dispelled rumors of...
Taylor Foxx
Apr 9, 2013
Complaint of a Blessed Man
I don’t usually complain, but there are times where it may be needed. This seems to be one of those times. As paradoxical as it may seem,...
Jack Rawlings
Apr 3, 2013
Social Networking sites Prove Toxic to the Professional World
Caution: real world ahead. When I am asked if I have a Twitter or Facebook account my reply is, “if you want to know about me just come...
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