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Then and now: Shuttle system updates not necessarily better
The shuttle system at Troy has undergone renovations over the last year that were meant to benefit students. One year ago, the university...
Tori Roper-Bedsole
Nov 2, 2017


Gospel choir spreads praise during annual fall showcase
The Troy University Gospel Singers (TUGS) held their fall showcase, “Fight On,” on Friday, Oct. 20, in the John M. Long Hall Band Room....
Victoria Cirilli
Oct 26, 2017


Looking outside of Troy for fun fall getaways
Katelyn Dewrell Living in Troy has its challenges. There aren’t many things to do, but luckily, Alabama has many fun fall getaways. Fall...
Contributor
Oct 26, 2017


Halloween edition trivia
1. What is the real name of the clown from “It” (2017)? a) Ronald b) Pennywise c) Happy Slappy d) Twisty 2. How many “Friday the 13th”...
Staff Writer
Oct 26, 2017


Going ‘out on a limb’: find new places to read
Jenna Viets Finding comfort in the busyness of school and work can be hard. Whether reading is an unfortunate obligation or a pleasant...
Contributor
Oct 26, 2017


‘Magical’ show continues its run for another weekend
“Peter and the Starcatcher” will continue performance for an additional weekend, Oct. 19, 20 and 21, at 7 p.m. in the Trojan Center...
Victoria Cirilli
Oct 19, 2017


Lose yourself in the fantasy of on-campus student theater
With Troy’s theater department continuing its performances of “Peter and the Starcatcher,” it’s about time we talked about why you should...
Emily Foster
Oct 19, 2017


POPulus performs first concert of the semester
POPulus, Troy University’s student-run pop music group, gave a performance on Tuesday, Oct. 17, at 7 p.m. on Bibb Graves Quad. The...
Lacey Alexander
Oct 19, 2017


Nintendo to release new Super Mario video game soon
The critically acclaimed Super Mario video game franchise will be receiving a new addition this month, “Super Mario Odyssey,” which will...
Kelvin Hawkins
Oct 19, 2017


Exploring cultures and languages
I came to Troy two years ago. During my freshman year, I didn’t really have any issues with communicating in English. Years of having my...
Tu To
Oct 19, 2017


Then and now: Sound of the South
Troy University’s marching band was established in 1939, but was not named the “Sound of the South” (SOTS) until 1965, shortly after John...
Tori Roper-Bedsole
Oct 12, 2017


Symphony band to perform in regional band conference in February
Troy’s Symphony Band has been chosen to perform at the College Band Directors National Association (CBDNA) Southern Division Conference...
Victoria Cirilli
Oct 12, 2017


‘Kingsman: The Golden Circle’ lives up to expectations set by previous film
“Kingsman: The Golden Circle” is another fantastic modern comedy spy film for adults. Producers went above and beyond to live up to the...
Emily Foster
Oct 12, 2017


Film shows misogyny in media
Troy University Women’s Initiative played “Miss Representation,” a documentary by Jennifer Siebel Newsom. The film is about misogyny and...
Rakshak Adhikari
Oct 12, 2017


Arts and Entertainment Trivia
(Answers at end) 1. Name the actor who has NOT played Peter Parker. a) Tom Holland b) Andrew Garfield c) Drake Bell d) James Franco 2....
raepwood
Oct 12, 2017


Then and now: Tackling LSWho
If you haven’t heard yet that Troy beat LSU, you must be living under a rock. The last time the Trojans took on the Tigers was in 2008,...
Tori Roper-Bedsole
Oct 5, 2017


Helpful tips: how to avoid the ‘freshman 15’
The “Freshman 15” happens quickly, and it is good to know how to avoid it. Katie Winters, a senior interpreter training major from...
Abby Taylor
Sep 28, 2017


Seniors prepare for careers, grad school
Seniors, after living the routine life of familiar classes for nearly four years, will soon find themselves thrown out to the real world....
Lirona Joshi
Sep 28, 2017


Troy Arts Council hosts performances by Michael Kelsey and the The Rose Ensemble
The Troy Arts Council will be hosting two returning events, guitarist Michael Kelsey and The Rose Ensemble, to kick off its season this...
Lacey Alexander
Sep 28, 2017


Runner shares weight-loss story
Jenna Oden, a junior broadcast journalism major from Fairhope, has lost 77 pounds over a period of four years, going from 198 to 121...
Pratiksha Joshi
Sep 28, 2017


Chocolate chip cookies: a cure for homesickness
If you’re suffering from a classic case of homesickness, the only cure is obviously something delicious to remind you of home. I am a...
Victoria Cirilli
Sep 28, 2017


Story time: joys of reading aloud
Jenna Viets There’s something special about reading a story aloud. Throughout my childhood, my parents were always reading to me. It...
Contributor
Sep 28, 2017


India study abroad photo exhibit opens in International Arts Center and lecture series begins
The India Study Abroad Photography Exhibit has kicked off its lecture series in the International Arts Center (IAC) with a presentation...
Madina Seytmuradova
Sep 28, 2017


Symphony Band to perform Masterworks concert on Friday
The Troy University Symphony Band will be performing its Masterworks concert on Friday, Sept. 29, in the Claudia Crosby Theater at 7 p.m....
Emily Foster
Sep 28, 2017
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