Chancellor Dr. Jack Hawkins, Jr. has announced his plan for full retirement in 2028. This announcement comes just a little over a year after his previous announcement, and renouncement, of his retirement, which was delayed by the Board of Trustees.  The announcement of Hawkins’ plan came early this morning through an email sent to all Troy students, faculty and staff.  Hawkins has been a chief executive of Troy for over four decades.  “I am proud of what my wife and I have be

Change. Adversity. Triumph. These are all things Zerian Hudson has experienced over his football career.   The senior offensive lineman was recruited out of Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College in 2023. Hudson announced his commitment to Troy following a visit that season. Later, former head coach Jon Sumrall announced his departure, and Troy announced Gerad Parker as the new man to lead the team on Dec.18, 2023.   Despite the changes, Hudson officially signed with the Tr

The Student Government Association (SGA) gathered in the senate chamber to recognize their biggest accomplishments of the semester on Wednesday.   For the press conference, members of the executive council, presidential cabinet and the University Honors Global Scholars Program assembled to recognize what SGA President Caleb Smith called an unprecedented semester.   Twelve pieces of legislation were passed by the senate and signed into law.   According to Smith, two of those 1

Thanksgiving is an annual holiday celebrated in the United States on the fourth Thursday of November. However, contrary to popular belief, it is not only celebrated in the U.S.   For example, Canada celebrates its own Thanksgiving on the second Monday of October each year.   Derrick Goll is a sophomore electrical engineering major from Providence, Rhode Island. Goll is a first-generation Liberian American who celebrates Thanksgiving with a twist.  “Liberian dishes are all rev

Troy University’s International Education Week celebrated Troy’s international students and their unique cultures with a series of events from November 17-20.   International Student Services and the International Student Cultural Organization (ISCO) worked in conjunction with different departments to create events that gave students the chance to learn about each other's cultures.   “We hope that the activities that we have will build global awareness and appreciation betwee

Students in the School of Hospitality, Sport and Tourism Management (HSTM) put their skills to the test during this semester’s HSTM Senior Summit.   Dr. Robert Mathner, associate director and professor in the School of Hospitality, Sport and Tourism Management, prepared students in his senior capstone class to present a business pitch.  Since week two of the semester, students prepared a business plan, including the finances, marketing and facilities, to present to a panel of

Troy University held its annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, Troy to the World, on Monday Nov. 17, where students, staff and visitors enjoyed an evening of holiday treats and special performances.   Campus leaders shared what they think the ceremony means to the university community.  “I think it’s a time for unification, a time for celebration, a time when we get together and enjoy each other and really commence the Christmas season for what it’s meant to be and that is

Troy University students spent their Friday afternoon helping fifth graders at Troy Elementary School learn about nutrition, pollution and the importance of caring for the environment.  The lessons were part of the university’s gardening and nutrition initiative – a program coordinated through Troy’s Office of Civic Engagement. The fifth-grade classes were divided into two groups: one focused on healthy eating and the other on environmental awareness.  The nutrition lesson wa

A Troy pet rescue center held a pet food drive last Tuesday to provide support for struggling animal owners during the financial uncertainty of the government shutdown.  Troy Animal Rescue Project (TARP) is a 501(c) non-profit, no-kill animal shelter that has rehomed thousands of pets in need since their start in 2014. Their website, troyanimalrescueproject.org , says their goal is to help any animals that need it, without discrimination.   “We are dedicated to rescuing pets