Future Troy Trojans attended Admitted Students Day on Monday, a day aimed at welcoming incoming freshmen to “The Most Beautiful Campus in the South” and introducing them to all aspects of campus life.
Chancellor Dr. Jack Hawkins, Jr. said some of the best years of a person's life will be spent at their university.
“This is a great growth period,” Hawkins said. “It’s a time of fun, but not too much fun, and it's a time for preparation for the rest of your life.
“It's really important for us to make sure that students who are coming to Troy University understand our culture, understand the opportunities that are available and take full advantage of the experience.”
Hawkins said the students who take advantage of the opportunities available to them will be successful.
“They’ll grow the most, and they'll go out and make great alumni, and they'll change the world,” Hawkins said. “That's what this process is about.
“It’s truly about making a difference in the lives of our students.”
Hawkins said the undergraduate experience is not just about getting a degree.
“This journey is powerful in shaping the rest of your life, and we want it to be in a beautiful place, a healthy place, an inspiring place and a place where good people can come and learn and grow together.”
Many campus organizations were present at the student browse session.
Eva Reese, a senior double majoring in English and psychology from Houston, Texas, and president of the debate club, was recruiting potential club members.
“Getting involved, you get more into the roots of Troy,” Reese said. “You get deeper ingrained into the system with your gaining friends, getting closer to professors, getting rec letters for grad school or good experiences to think about for decades on.
“It's really important to start when you are younger in your Troy career because it allows you to be able to build somewhat of a life for yourself in the Troy ecosystem, and it tethers you to other people, and it gives a little more purpose other than just going to class.”
Other organizations such as TRIO, Greek life, freshman forum and major-specific clubs were also present at the browse.
“I would say coming onto campus, find at least one organization that aligns with you and don't just join for a resume, but join and get involved,” said Ty’Shaun Caldwell, president of TRIO and a freshman social work major from Pell City, Alabama. “Don't just be another name on the list or the roster.”
Incoming students also enjoyed academic sessions, lunch, financial aid and housing information sessions, a mini pep rally and an optional campus tour.
“We went to the arts and sciences building, and we got to see snakes and tortoises, and they gave us a four-year outlook, which is probably my favorite part,” said Lily Vailardi, a senior at Wetumpka High School who plans to major in biomedical sciences. “They were just super nice, and I liked that.
Vailardi said she looks forward to a future at Troy.
“I also really like the campus and how pretty it is,” Vailardi said. “I’m most excited about meeting new people, getting a fresh start.
“I'm really excited about college life and moving on from high school.”
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