Firefighters and students lap the stairs in the Vet to honor 9/11 lives lost. Sydnee Pennington photo Forty flights of stairs and thousands of steps brought students together with one purpose: to remember those who watched the skyline fall and honor those who lost their lives beneath it. Every year, Troy University holds a stair climb inside Veterans Memorial Stadium in honor and remembrance of those who lost their lives in the 9/11 attacks. For many participating student

Racks of clothes now stand within Eldridge Hall following the Career Closet's move. Sydnee Pennington photos Following more than seven years held within Lewis Hall, the Career Closet, a resource for students to get free professional attire, recently moved into Eldridge Hall. “The Career Closet was designed to help students prepare for presentations [and] for interviews by providing them with gently used professional attire so that they can look very professional,” said Dire

Troy students helped raise school supplies for children of incarcerated mothers thanks to a month-long supply drive at the end of the summer. The College of Education and Behavioral Sciences held the Pack the Bus Initiative this July, in collaboration with the anthropology club and in support of Aid to Inmate Moms (AIM). “I have school-aged children, and I know how important back-to-school time is for them,” said Professor of Anthropology Dr. Stephen Carmody. “It is an exci

One coach talks to an athlete during a previous baseball season. University Relations photo Inside the Troy Sportsplex, the City of Troy Parks and Recreation is getting ready to take on the diamond for this year’s Miracle League kickball season. Miracle League is an adaptive sports organization which looks to help people aged five years and older with mental or physical disabilities get together with their community and play sports. Every year, the Miracle League of Troy ho

Students, faculty talk about mental health, Suicide Prevention Month Troy University officials want to remind students of mental health resources, since September is suicide awareness month. Whether a student is on campus or online, Troy University offers different support services. “Troy University has an in-person counseling center that is open Monday through Friday, 8 to 5,” said Title IX Coordinator Grace Wagstaff. “These are 100% free; no insurance is ever needed. “Th

Students, faculty talk about mental health, Suicide Prevention Month Suicide prevention is a special cause for the Troy University Farmhouse fraternity. In December of 2023, Farmhouse member Matthew Awbrey died by suicide, and his big was, at the time, the philanthropy chair for the fraternity. He changed the fraternity’s fundraising mission organization to the Alabama Chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP). AFSP provides support to those who ar

Members of SOTS perform during the pep rally. Austin Horne photo Students gathered in Veterans Memorial Stadium on Sept. 3 for a pep rally ahead of Troy’s first home game of the season. The Student Government Association (SGA) held the rally, which featured the Sound of the South (SOTS) Marching Band, members of the Troy football team and activities encouraging students to show their Trojan Spirit. SGA Vice President Jamarion Willie, a junior electrical and electronics e

Signs and flags decorate the quad to honor veterans. Dawson Parks photo Army and Air Force ROTC cadets gathered to place 150 flags on the quad last Tuesday morning. This was part of a collaboration with Alabama Veterans Affairs for Operation We Remember, which aims to bring awareness to veteran suicide in the state of Alabama. “It’s our hope that people will see this display of flags and know that they are remembered – that people have put forth the care to make sure peopl

Students get in touch with Taco Bell representatives. Alex Ford photo Troy University students got a chance to advance their career paths last Thursday with the student part-time job fair. The job fair, led by Arminda McKee, the director of career services, was originally a response to the numbers of students who came to the Office of Career Services looking for part-time employment. “Last year was our very first time hosting this event, and several students got jobs fro

Students play different games on the rec center's courts. University Relations photos For Troy University students searching for a place to exercise, compete or spend time with friends, the Trojan Fitness and Wellness Center offers several ways to remain active on campus. The 78,000-square-foot facility includes a basketball court, a multi-activity court, free-weight and circuit-training areas, aerobic rooms, a multi-level walking track and an outdoor swimming pool. In addi

A new Christian Mission Bargain Center in Troy is providing Pike County residents with access to food, financial assistance and affordable household goods. The store opened on 300 North Three Notch St. on July 6 and quickly received more than 50 requests for food assistance, according to Executive Director of Christian Mission Centers Amanda Simmons. “We have seen a huge need,” Simmons said. “That’s probably the number one request so far since we’ve opened our doors.” Befo

Construction continues inside the Beeline addition, waiting for painters. Nate Henderson photo A Troy convenience store is preparing to up its appearance thanks to the help of Troy’s Department of Art and Design. The Beeline convenience store and gas station is about to begin the construction of a new wall on the property. Thanks to some student volunteers from the Troy University Department of Art and Design, the wall will be painted into a mural after its construction. “

Drinkard celebrates his birthday with the board. University Relations photo Troy University lost one of its most beloved trustees last Sunday, Aug. 23. Roy Drinkard, a World War II veteran and the nation’s oldest living marine, died at the age of 106. Drinkard was buried in his hometown of Cullman, Alabama, on Friday, Aug. 28. Moss Service Funeral Home directed his proceedings. “To attempt to summarize Roy’s life simply by listing the businesses he built, the honors he

A stop sign sits at a dangerous corner. Nate Henderson photo George Wallace Drive at U.S. Highway 231 is one of Troy’s busiest corridors. With businesses, restaurants and high volumes of traffic along the roadway, drivers frequently enter and exit the area throughout the day, and for those trying to leave businesses along the corridor, making a left turn can be a dangerous decision. Troy University student Sandra Hall experienced that danger firsthand while trying to leave

Campus ministry group Chi Alpha announced its return to Troy University after closing its doors at the end of the last semester. The group planned to come to an end as the previous directors stepped down with no one to replace them. Additionally, Justin Felch, the Troy Chi Alpha minister, was removed from his position in 2023 due to allegations from former members with no one to replace him, leaving the responsibilities to three staff members. The new directors of Chi Alph

Trojans pack into Tailgate Terrace to celebrate a home football game. University Relations photo In June, Troy University released an updated tailgating policy, citing safety concerns. Now, two months later, that policy has been revised. Following backlash from students, fans and alumni, Troy University revised tailgating policies in collaboration with Trojan Athletics and the Troy University Police Department (TUPD). “Tailgating means a ton,” said Kyle George, the athle

This semester, the Office of Career Services is continuing its Workshop Wednesday series, which provides support for students preparing for future career goals and aspirations. The workshops, which began last semester, will cover different career development topics including resumes, LinkedIn, networking and finding jobs. Not only can students learn essential skills during the workshops, but they also have the opportunity to learn about the on-campus resources available t

Anna Grace Tucker hops in with Hawkins. Contributed photo “Cart Jacked: Hop in with Hawkins” features Chancellor Dr. Jack Hawkins Jr. riding around campus in a golf cart speaking with students on their way to class. This year, though, it’s undergoing a major change. Last year, the show was posted weekly for nine weeks, making a nine-episode series. This year, the episodes will be longer and posted monthly. With this format, more students will have the opportunity to get “ca

At the end of the first month of classes, students are continuing to find resources on campus that can help them flourish in their time at Troy. For some students, these resources are instrumental in their success. When senior Emily Smith arrived at Troy, she quickly found a resource that would support her throughout her college career, and it cost her nothing. Smith, a senior biomedical sciences major from Selma, Alabama, learned about TRIO Student Support Services thro

In the midst of a record-breaking heat wave, students around campus are struggling to stay cool. This heat can be dangerous, especially to those who don’t know how to avoid heat-related injury and illness. Trey Ingram, Troy University Police Department’s (TUPD) emergency manager, said Troy’s biggest threat is the humidity. “This area is very notorious for its hot temperatures and humidity, and this summer is particularly very hot,” Ingram said. “Our bodies cool themselves

Olley Nelson illistration Troy University is deepening its ties to the Miss America tradition through a new scholarship designed to support and encourage young women pursuing a higher education. The collaboration with the Miss America Scholarship Foundation will provide significant financial assistance to both local and state competition winners, expanding opportunities for crown-holders across Alabama. “Troy’s partnership with the Miss America Organization reflects our

Hair, makeup and an evening gown are no strangers to Sarah Jane Houston, 2024 Miss Troy University. After claiming two additional titles since Miss Troy, Houston is now making room in her trophy case for a new crown. This week marks one month into a new reign for Houston. This time, she represents her home state as Miss Georgia Volunteer. Houston says the path to a new crown was not clear at first, but through prayer and mentorship, she was led to leave the Miss America s

A Troy alumna is looking to help more people than ever before with the help of her new Miss Alabama Volunteer crown A Troy alumna was recently crowned Miss Alabama Volunteer 2027 and hopes to utilize her new title to spread the reach of her nonprofit, changing and helping more lives than ever before. Zoie McGuyer was crowned on July 25 but is no stranger to the pageant world. McGuyer has been competing in pageants for about six years, all while founding and running her ow

Swartz teaches in Hawkins Hall room 111, where he was pulled from class. Nate Henderson photo A Troy professor landed in hot water after using a university-branded document to send a letter to the Alabama Representatives and Numeracy Act leaders, criticizing the Alabama Numeracy Act (ANA) Course Review Committee. In the letter, Micah Swartz, an assistant teacher education professor in his second year at Troy, outlined three issues with the ANA Course Review Committee’s prop