Over the course of the last few months, we have watched and reviewed some of the most critically successful movies of all time. Whether it be newer movies like “Sinners,” “Bugonia” and “One Battle After Another,” or older films like “The Green Mile” and “Good Will Hunting,” we have watched some of the best Hollywood has to offer. However, after watching so many fantastic, well-made movies, the brain needs a break. It is hard to watch so many great movies back-to-back because

Historical fiction is a genre readers tend to love or hate. I struggle to be fully immersed in these books because I find that authors often go too heavy or too light with the research. Too much emphasis on the facts often leads to underdeveloped characters and plot lines. Too little historical background can be equally detrimental if readers can spot obvious flaws. All of these thoughts established, my most recent encounter with a historical fiction piece completely took m

Glue, scissors and markers were in full use last Thursday as students created artwork at Troy’s International Art Center. As the final days wind down for the exhibitions by Douglas Pierre Baulos and Jennifer McCohnell, the gallery was transformed into a creative field for students to engage in a hands-on craft activity using materials made by Baulos himself. “I enjoy looking at art,” said Carla Garcia, a sophomore elementary education major from Laredo, Texas. “I like seei

Troy Delight Ministries held a “Tea Party and Presentations” event for ladies looking to make friends and have a church-based community. The ladies gathered in their spring dresses in Hawkins 107, where blankets scattered the floor picnic style, and a table was set up with home-baked goods, and an allotment of teacups and teas. There were egg salad sandwiches, vanilla chai coffee cakes, raspberry cinnamon rolls as well as earl grey tea, ginger teas and more. After some teat

Aries: Spring hits and you burst outside like you’ve been released from prison, shouting “Who wants to do something dangerous but in short sleeves?” You then plan a hike, race and engage in a minor argument with a stranger all before lunch. Taurus: You step outside, feel one gentle spring breeze and decide productivity has been canceled until October, all in the name of Mother Nature. “Nature demands us to rest.” Gemini: Spring is the debut of your identity crisis. You wil

Some albums capture a moment in time, but others feel timeless. “The Diary of Alicia Keys,” released in 2003 by Alicia Keys, is one of those albums. Blending R&B, soul and hip-hop influences, the record shows Keys’ growth as both a singer, pianist and songwriter. Through emotional storytelling and vocals, the album explores themes of love, trust and self-reflection while maintaining a classic sound that still resonates with listeners today. Following the success of her deb

Whether a student plays the snare, tenor, bass drum or even cymbals, the Sound of the South (SOTS) drumline has a place for them. Prospective drumline members were given an opportunity Saturday morning to learn some of the music they would have to learn for SOTS and get a head start on upcoming summer band camps, including the percussion camp in June. Drumline Interest Day was the first event of its kind. “For June Camp, we have essentially two and a half days to put our e

Troy’s Department of Theatre and Dance put on its production of “Something Rotten!,” but the experience of watching was quite the opposite. “Something Rotten!” is a 2015 play set in Renaissance 1595, following the story of the brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom as they invent a new, musical form of theatre to compete with William Shakespeare’s comedies and tragedies. If you can’t tell by the trope of a musical about a musical, this production is extremely meta and self-referen

Troy’s Jazz Ensemble performed classical tunes on Tuesday, presenting a high-energy concert featuring a variety of jazz styles while highlighting student musicians and their musical growth. Guests in attendance experienced a high-energy, stylistically diverse program that moved from classic swing to contemporary big band writing. The concert featured a wide range of musical selections, including lush ballads and fast-paced charts that showcase both technical skill and musica

Troy’s University Activities Council (UAC) held an arts and crafts night last Wednesday, where students came together to assemble small paper crafts with friends and potentially make new ones. “The inspiration was the little goal punch cards that people have been making on TikTok,” said Mallory Morris, a sophomore graphic design major from Hoover, Alabama. Morris also serves as UAC’s graphic design chair. “We had a free week this week, and our advisor saw this trend on TikTo

Since the departure of head coach Scott Cross, Troy men’s basketball fans knew a large portion of its championship team would be entering the transfer portal. After the portal opened on April 7, Troy has seen six players and nearly its entire staff depart from the program. As of the time of writing, both Cobi and Cooper Campbell, Austin Cross, Thomas Dowd, Victor Valdes and Javen Colbert are/were in the transfer portal. Cobi and Cooper Campbell announced their commitments to

It is impossible to talk about Troy’s Megan Loftis without bringing up her speed. “They’re fast, they’re quick, and they have good bat to ball,” said head coach Eric Newell on to Loftis’ and Mia Tidmore’s multi-hit games against Texas State on Friday. “Part of our DNA is small ball.” Loftis fits this style perfectly, as an excellent slap hitter and base stealer. Loftis ranks second on the team with a batting average of .398 this season, while also swiping the third most

The Troy women’s tennis team concluded this season’s road slate with a 4-0 loss against Louisiana. With one match before the conference tournament, the Trojans are 11-7 overall with a 5-1 conference record. Louisiana’s defeat of Troy marks the end of the Trojans’ seven-match win streak as well as their quest to go undefeated against conference opponents. The day began with the team of Angelique Berrat and Nina Krecklenberg handing Valeriia Avdeeva and Maria Guirguis their f

The Troy softball team played its last Sun Belt series against Texas State over the weekend before the Bobcats move to the Pac 12. The Trojans got swept with 11-7, 5-0 and 2-1 losses. However, Troy also tacked on a few more in the win column, with a midweek matchup against West Georgia that ended up with two Troy wins. Esmee Ames stepped into the circle and held West Georgia scoreless across seven innings. Megan Loftis and her bat loaded the bases for Troy, and Kalee Rochi

Troy baseball secured its third conference series win of the season in a weekend matchup against the Texas State Bobcats. The Trojans lost 8-5 before storming back with 15-2 and 12-11 wins to clinch the series. The Trojans dropped the Friday opener after the Bobcats had an explosive sixth and ninth inning. Troy gained a 3-1 lead early in the game before a 2:45 rain delay in the bottom of the third halted its momentum. The Bobcats came back with a three-run homer by Jaquae S

Troy’s track and field team returned to Florida State on Friday and Saturday to compete in the Dick Roberts Seminole Invite. The Trojans raced against mostly Floridia-based schools like FSU, Florida A&M University and the University of North Florida, with some unattached Auburn and USSU athletes competing as well. Tayjo Oppong won third place in the men’s hammer throw , launching the hammer 52.09m. Oppong also grabbed second place in the men’s discus event, throwing the disc

After a rough first round, Troy men's golf found a second wind and jumped seven spots to finish sixth in the Mossy Oak Collegiate. The Trojans did not shoot well in round one, with no Trojans hitting under or at par. However, in round two, Troy's Thomas Crane, Lee Poppell and Pablo Gracia all shot under to launch Troy back up the scorecard. While Troy was unable to pass anybody in round three, the Trojans held their sixth-place spot, which allowed them to pass South Alabama

The Troy men’s tennis team dominated both Tuskegee and Eastern Florida State last Saturday, beating both teams 7–0. Before the first match, senior Andres Pastor was honored for Senior Day. Starting out against Tuskegee in the doubles matches, sophomore Thiago Drozdowski and freshman Stephan Tavares Noale won on court one 6–1, while on court three, freshmanRyusei Miyazato and senior Andres Pastor won 6–0. Continuing into singles, the Trojans finished all matches in straight‑s

Who do you turn to when things aren’t going your way? “My faith in Christ,” said the aptly named Faith Jones, “That’s what motivates me.” Focus. Breathe. Look at what is in front of you. For Faith Jones, a senior on the Troy track and field team, most of the time it is a hurdle. The hurdler from Sacramento, California, has excelled in her two years at Troy. She’s broken the indoor 60m hurdle school record multiple times while adding a Sun Belt Conference Championship in

Gas prices have been on the rise across the nation, causing travelers to be more mindful about where they travel and how far away from home they go. However, these higher gas prices have not deterred many travelers. “People are still traveling, but of course they're being more price conscious because gas prices have gone up,” said Sheri Falk, a public affairs manager for AAA. “Fuel costs have gone up, meaning airline tickets are more expensive. "People are really budgeting

Three Sorrell College of Business professors are teaming up with Regions Bank to provide new financial literacy resources to Troy University’s student body. Dr. Lane Boyte Chadwick, professor of economics; Dr. Anand Krishnamoorthy, professor of finance; and Dr. Dewey Todd, professor and assistant dean of the Dothan campus are the three working toward the goal of improving students’ knowledge about finances and keeping them in the know. The resources will be specifically cre

The Office of Career Services looked to guide students in choosing their major at last week’s weekly career development event. Workshop Wednesdays are a weekly service held by the Office of Career services, which aims to aid students in growing the proper skills and knowledge to becom more successful in college and with finding a career. Last Wednesday, the topic was all about picking a major and, even though most of the attendees already declared their own. One student said

Alabama lawmakers have shelved a bill that would have closed the state’s primary elections, after Representative Ernie Yarbrough’s proposal failed to advance in the Senate Thursday. House Bill 541 would have required voters to register with a political party to participate in that party’s primary, ending Alabama’s current open primary system. Earlier in the week, the Senate State Governmental Affairs Committee held a public hearing, allowing residents to weigh in on the prop

A reimagined music industry event at Troy University is aiming to give students more direct, hands-on experience through the Business, Production and Music (BPM) Expo on April 23 and 24. The event will bring together students and clinicians for sessions in business, production and performance, with organizers emphasizing practical learning and a more complete picture of how the industry operates. Formerly known as MIC Check, BPM Expo is said to reflect a broader vision for