Troy’s Concert Band holds memorial for student that passed away One of Troy’s ensembles played a song in memorial for their member who passed away at their most recent concert. Troy’s Concert Band held a concert on Tuesday that included a song performed for Katelyn Hawkins, a clarinet player and member of the ensemble who recently passed away. The piece played was “Sheltering Sky” by John Mackey and was conducted by a guest co-conductor, who is also a clarinetist. Studen

On Feb. 4, 2026, a student died after being transported to the Troy Regional Medical Center as a result of a medical emergency. Recently, a balloon release was held in her honor, organized by the classmates of one of her closest friends. “ The University extends its deepest sympathies to the student’s family, friends and classmates during this difficult time,” said i n a statement released by the university, in conjunction with Troy University Campus Police. Hawkins poses