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Chancellor Hawkins named recipient of the 2024 Armed Forces Merit Award

Neela Cole

Nov 21

Chancellor Hawkins named recipient of the 2024 Armed Forces Merit Award

Chancellor Dr. Jack Hawkins Jr. was named the recipient of the 2024 Armed Forces Merit Award last Monday during a mid-day Sports Center...

Troy University students to help compile McCarthy critical edition

Emily Mosier

Nov 21

Troy University students to help compile McCarthy critical edition

Thirty years after publication, Cormac McCarthy’s 1994 novel The Crossing – the second installment of the best-selling Border Trilogy –...

Kathryn Clark

Nov 21

New doctoral programs open

In a press conference held last Thursday, Troy University released news of three new doctoral programs. “Troy University is proud to...

Kathryn Clark

Nov 21

Tuskegee shooting victim a Troy native

One Troy native died, and 16 other individuals were injured at a block party shooting after Tuskegee University’s homecoming game. ...

Carrie McLendon

Nov 21

The Troy Resilience Project:

An organization focused on building resilience in children and families in the Pike County area The Troy Resilience Project (TRP) is a...

Simon Brown

Nov 21

Everything to know before finals

Finals are right around the corner and stress levels are at an all-time high for college students around this time of year. Troy...

Emily Mosier

Nov 21

SGA passes building safety resolution

The Student Government Association (SGA) approved two resolutions on Tuesday, one of which strongly urges the university to conduct...

New tuition-based scholarship aims to benefit military veterans

Neela Cole

Nov 21

New tuition-based scholarship aims to benefit military veterans

A new tuition-based scholarship that aims to benefit military veterans and their immediate family members has been added to Troy’s...

BSweet Boutique to potentially be featured on Food Network

Sarah Campbell

Nov 21

BSweet Boutique to potentially be featured on Food Network

Contributed photos The BSweet Boutique is located in downtown Troy. What started as a passion and a dream has become so much more for one...

Students trotted for a cause at annual Turkey Trot 5k race

Morgan Ealy

Nov 21

Students trotted for a cause at annual Turkey Trot 5k race

Contributed photos Troy University’s Tau Upsilon Alpha partnered with Freshman Forum to put on the annual Turkey Trot 5k race Saturday...

GOV. Kay Ivey announces opening of Troy's Ivey Center

Kathryn Clark

Nov 21

GOV. Kay Ivey announces opening of Troy's Ivey Center

Alabama Governor Kay Ivey was at Troy University Wednesday morning to announce the opening of The Ivy Center for the Cultural Approach to...

Native American Heritage month honors history and keeps tradition alive

Sarah Campbell

Nov 21

Native American Heritage month honors history and keeps tradition alive

While many may associate November with changing leaves, sweaters and pumpkins, it also marks a month-long celebration of heritage -...

Jack Sturdivant

Nov 21

Troy holds first ‘Twilight Tour’

Troy University held its first ever Twilight Tour last Thursday, allowing prospective students and their families to see “The Most...

Reap what you sow: Troy University GAPS program provides a second chance for incarcerated individuals

Kris Harrell

Nov 21

Reap what you sow: Troy University GAPS program provides a second chance for incarcerated individuals

The Troy-Tutwiler gardening partnership recently celebrated its newest graduates, rewarding certificates for incarcerated participants...

John-Luke Foundation aims to educate others on safety, share story of loss

Mackenzie Foster

Nov 21

John-Luke Foundation aims to educate others on safety, share story of loss

After going through a tragic, eye-opening event, one family is using their experience and newfound knowledge to help others learn about...

ROTC honors veterans with special program

Morgan Ealy

Nov 14

ROTC honors veterans with special program

Troy University’s Air Force ROTC put together a special program Friday morning to celebrate veterans and those who currently serve in the...

Auburn, Troy partner to create mental health guide

Simon Brown

Nov 14

Auburn, Troy partner to create mental health guide

Troy students and Pike County community members assembled in the Trojan Center ballrooms last Thursday to talk about mental health...

Troy professors explore, teach in Vietnam

Alexander Vines

Nov 14

Troy professors explore, teach in Vietnam

While teaching in Vietnam, Dr. Lisa Kate Price- Howard as well as the Chairman of the Department of Hospitality, Sports, and Tourism...

Future Leaders Ahead: The 2024 Excellence in Leadership Conference

Camille Coney

Nov 14

Future Leaders Ahead: The 2024 Excellence in Leadership Conference

Students, Freshman Forum learn about building leadership skills and qualities at annual conference Over 250 students from 20 high schools...

Sarah Campbell

Nov 14

Troy veteran shares his story

Veteran’s Day is a time to honor those who have sacrificed time and risked their lives serving the country. Michael Boyle is one such...

International Students Discuss American Politics

Simon Brown

Nov 14

International Students Discuss American Politics

Former President Donald Trump defeated Vice President Kamala Harris in the 2024 Presidential Election in a historic, landslide victory. ...

The Department of Defense recruits Troy students at event

Neela Cole

Nov 14

The Department of Defense recruits Troy students at event

Troy’s Career Services held a recruitment session for a special group of employers last week for students seeking federal internships and...

Racist Text Messages Sent to Students After Election

Kathryn Clark

Nov 14

Racist Text Messages Sent to Students After Election

Troy University students are among the hundreds of Black individuals across the nation who have received racially charged text messages,...

Mackenzie Foster

Nov 14

El Rancho Grande now open, thriving

A new Mexican restaurant has made its way to Troy. It’s open for business and is ready to serve hungry local residents. El Rancho Grande,...

Emily Mosier

Nov 7

Trump Wins, Students React

In a historic victory, former President Donald Trump has been elected as the 47th President of the United States, beating Vice President...

Bands, handmade floats stun at annual homecoming parade

Carrie McLendon

Nov 7

Bands, handmade floats stun at annual homecoming parade

The annual homecoming parade kicked off a successful gameday as participants marched through downtown Troy Saturday morning. A long-held...

Neela Cole

Nov 7

Women in STEM plan mini golf tournament

Troy Women in science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics will hold a mini golf tournament at Enterprise Miniature Golf on Saturday...

Voting Through the eyes of a Black Woman Born in the 50's

Kathryn Clark

Nov 7

Voting Through the eyes of a Black Woman Born in the 50's

Almost 60 years after the legislation was put in place to prohibit racial discrimination in voting, women of color are looking ahead to...

Neela Cole

Nov 7

Homecoming Royalty Crowned

After weeks of campaigning with buttons, pins, posters and stickers, the winners for the 2024 Homecoming Court have finally been...

Emily Mosier

Nov 7

Debate Team wins First Place

The Trojan Debate Team swept the floor at the 2024 Sunshine State Series tournament novice division – winning first place for the first...

Mr. and Mrs. Trojan Pride speak on the Trojan Spirit

Mackenzie Foster

Nov 7

Mr. and Mrs. Trojan Pride speak on the Trojan Spirit

Homecoming has ended, but the fun has just begun for this year’s Mr. and Miss Trojan Pride. Isaiah Thomas and Jayden McQueen were...

ISCO Festival aims to bring dazzling cultural performances

Sarah Campbell

Nov 7

ISCO Festival aims to bring dazzling cultural performances

Dazzling cultural performances, camaraderie among students of different countries and mouthwatering food from around the world - that’s...

Two alumni find success working on "Saturday Night" movie

Kris Harrell

Nov 7

Two alumni find success working on "Saturday Night" movie

Two Troy University alumnus are side-by-side, making their way in the film industry, working through the successes and challenges that...

From bonfires to baskets: a haunted history of halloween

Adele Henley

Oct 31

From bonfires to baskets: a haunted history of halloween

Halloween is upon us, but how much do you know about the holiday's history? All Hallow’s Eve dates back to the Celts, who lived over...

Emily Mosier

Oct 31

The ghost of Shackelford

Inside the dim rooms of Shackelford Hall, rumors spread of a spirit named Sally Inside the dim rooms of Shackelford Hall, whispers of...

Trojan Outreach, Spectracare partner for Red Ribbon Week

Mackenzie Foster

Oct 31

Trojan Outreach, Spectracare partner for Red Ribbon Week

Trojan Outreach took the time last week to bring awareness to the negative outcomes of addiction and substance abuse. Oct. 20 to 26 is...

Falling in love with the gridiron: Robert Bruce's journey with football

Rylee Bamberger

Oct 31

Falling in love with the gridiron: Robert Bruce's journey with football

After spending most of his life on the hardwood, Robert Bruce was approached by Angelo Wheeler, Park Crossing High School’s head football...

Contributor

Oct 31

Paint your way into Halloween with UAC

Alexander Vines As the seasons began to change, Troy University’s Activities Council (UAC) held a Pumpkin Painting event last Wednesday...

Greek life rocked the house at Dance Night

Simon Brown

Oct 31

Greek life rocked the house at Dance Night

Greek organizations and the Department of Theatre and Dance collaborated and danced, twisted, rocked, popped and locked at the annual...

Troy students star in ‘The Rocky Horror Picture Show’ shadowcast

Emily Mosier

Oct 31

Troy students star in ‘The Rocky Horror Picture Show’ shadowcast

For decades, shadow casts of the cult classic film “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” have captivated audiences across the United States....

University clubs, local organizations, residents set to participate in annual homecoming parade

Kathryn Clark

Oct 31

University clubs, local organizations, residents set to participate in annual homecoming parade

Pom-poms, glitter and thousands of hours culminate in a dazzling show at the Homecoming Parade, and each group is reaching to win the...

Nathan Henderson

Oct 31

The Most Wanted band in the south:

SOTS prepares to give their all for homecoming Homecoming Week would not be the same without Troy University’s beloved Sound of the...

Car Seat Headrest at the peak of their power

Jess Sutton

Oct 31

Car Seat Headrest at the peak of their power

As its 10th anniversary approaches this Halloween, Car Seat Headrest’s EP “How to Leave Town” remains a contender for the Virginia-based...

Football players look forward to the big game

Tavares Dennis

Oct 31

Football players look forward to the big game

For some, homecoming is their favorite part of football season. It’s a rare opportunity to combine pageantry and tradition with the...

Students get pumped at pep rally, Mr. and Ms. Trojan Pride revealed

Neela Cole

Oct 31

Students get pumped at pep rally, Mr. and Ms. Trojan Pride revealed

The hype for the homecoming football game and 2024-25 basketball season was on full blast in Trojan Arena Tuesday night with the annual...

Jameson Fowler

Oct 31

Troyapalooza rocks in the Fall season

Costumes, live music, free food and deserts, inflatables, a free photo booth, interactive art stations designed and managed by students,...

'War of the Worlds' impacts media 86 years after airing

Kris Harrell

Oct 31

'War of the Worlds' impacts media 86 years after airing

On October 31, 1938, American director and science-fiction writer Orson Wells appeared before journalists, photographers and police...

2023 Hoco King and Queen share wisdom and well-wishes

Camille Coney

Oct 31

2023 Hoco King and Queen share wisdom and well-wishes

It’s that time of the year again: school spirit is at an all-time high, students have a week of fun events to attend and, to close it...

Behind the scenes with T-Roy:A day in the life of the No. 1 Trojan

Adele Henley

Oct 31

Behind the scenes with T-Roy:A day in the life of the No. 1 Trojan

With Homecoming approaching, The Tropolitan has decided to answer a question that has plagued the minds of Trojans: what does a gameday...

Alumni of the year to be recognized at Hoco game

Sarah Campbell

Oct 31

Alumni of the year to be recognized at Hoco game

Amidst this year’s homecoming festivities, Troy University is set to honor three Alumni of the Year and one Honorary Alumnus of the Year....

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