Neela Cole
Chancellor Hawkins named recipient of the 2024 Armed Forces Merit Award
Chancellor Dr. Jack Hawkins Jr. was named the recipient of the 2024 Armed Forces Merit Award last Monday during a mid-day Sports Center...
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Emily Mosier
Nov 21
Troy University students to help compile McCarthy critical edition
Thirty years after publication, Cormac McCarthy’s 1994 novel The Crossing – the second installment of the best-selling Border Trilogy –...
Kathryn Clark
Nov 21
New doctoral programs open
In a press conference held last Thursday, Troy University released news of three new doctoral programs. “Troy University is proud to...
Kathryn Clark
Nov 21
Tuskegee shooting victim a Troy native
One Troy native died, and 16 other individuals were injured at a block party shooting after Tuskegee University’s homecoming game. ...
Carrie McLendon
Nov 21
The Troy Resilience Project:
An organization focused on building resilience in children and families in the Pike County area The Troy Resilience Project (TRP) is a...
Simon Brown
Nov 21
Everything to know before finals
Finals are right around the corner and stress levels are at an all-time high for college students around this time of year. Troy...
Emily Mosier
Nov 21
SGA passes building safety resolution
The Student Government Association (SGA) approved two resolutions on Tuesday, one of which strongly urges the university to conduct...
Neela Cole
Nov 21
New tuition-based scholarship aims to benefit military veterans
A new tuition-based scholarship that aims to benefit military veterans and their immediate family members has been added to Troy’s...
Sarah Campbell
Nov 21
BSweet Boutique to potentially be featured on Food Network
Contributed photos The BSweet Boutique is located in downtown Troy. What started as a passion and a dream has become so much more for one...
Morgan Ealy
Nov 21
Students trotted for a cause at annual Turkey Trot 5k race
Contributed photos Troy University’s Tau Upsilon Alpha partnered with Freshman Forum to put on the annual Turkey Trot 5k race Saturday...
Kathryn Clark
Nov 21
GOV. Kay Ivey announces opening of Troy's Ivey Center
Alabama Governor Kay Ivey was at Troy University Wednesday morning to announce the opening of The Ivy Center for the Cultural Approach to...
Sarah Campbell
Nov 21
Native American Heritage month honors history and keeps tradition alive
While many may associate November with changing leaves, sweaters and pumpkins, it also marks a month-long celebration of heritage -...
Jack Sturdivant
Nov 21
Troy holds first ‘Twilight Tour’
Troy University held its first ever Twilight Tour last Thursday, allowing prospective students and their families to see “The Most...
Kris Harrell
Nov 21
Reap what you sow: Troy University GAPS program provides a second chance for incarcerated individuals
The Troy-Tutwiler gardening partnership recently celebrated its newest graduates, rewarding certificates for incarcerated participants...
Mackenzie Foster
Nov 21
John-Luke Foundation aims to educate others on safety, share story of loss
After going through a tragic, eye-opening event, one family is using their experience and newfound knowledge to help others learn about...
Morgan Ealy
Nov 14
ROTC honors veterans with special program
Troy University’s Air Force ROTC put together a special program Friday morning to celebrate veterans and those who currently serve in the...
Simon Brown
Nov 14
Auburn, Troy partner to create mental health guide
Troy students and Pike County community members assembled in the Trojan Center ballrooms last Thursday to talk about mental health...
Alexander Vines
Nov 14
Troy professors explore, teach in Vietnam
While teaching in Vietnam, Dr. Lisa Kate Price- Howard as well as the Chairman of the Department of Hospitality, Sports, and Tourism...
Camille Coney
Nov 14
Future Leaders Ahead: The 2024 Excellence in Leadership Conference
Students, Freshman Forum learn about building leadership skills and qualities at annual conference Over 250 students from 20 high schools...
Sarah Campbell
Nov 14
Troy veteran shares his story
Veteran’s Day is a time to honor those who have sacrificed time and risked their lives serving the country. Michael Boyle is one such...
Simon Brown
Nov 14
International Students Discuss American Politics
Former President Donald Trump defeated Vice President Kamala Harris in the 2024 Presidential Election in a historic, landslide victory. ...
Neela Cole
Nov 14
The Department of Defense recruits Troy students at event
Troy’s Career Services held a recruitment session for a special group of employers last week for students seeking federal internships and...
Kathryn Clark
Nov 14
Racist Text Messages Sent to Students After Election
Troy University students are among the hundreds of Black individuals across the nation who have received racially charged text messages,...
Mackenzie Foster
Nov 14
El Rancho Grande now open, thriving
A new Mexican restaurant has made its way to Troy. It’s open for business and is ready to serve hungry local residents. El Rancho Grande,...
Emily Mosier
Nov 7
Trump Wins, Students React
In a historic victory, former President Donald Trump has been elected as the 47th President of the United States, beating Vice President...
Carrie McLendon
Nov 7
Bands, handmade floats stun at annual homecoming parade
The annual homecoming parade kicked off a successful gameday as participants marched through downtown Troy Saturday morning. A long-held...
Neela Cole
Nov 7
Women in STEM plan mini golf tournament
Troy Women in science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics will hold a mini golf tournament at Enterprise Miniature Golf on Saturday...
Kathryn Clark
Nov 7
Voting Through the eyes of a Black Woman Born in the 50's
Almost 60 years after the legislation was put in place to prohibit racial discrimination in voting, women of color are looking ahead to...
Neela Cole
Nov 7
Homecoming Royalty Crowned
After weeks of campaigning with buttons, pins, posters and stickers, the winners for the 2024 Homecoming Court have finally been...
Emily Mosier
Nov 7
Debate Team wins First Place
The Trojan Debate Team swept the floor at the 2024 Sunshine State Series tournament novice division – winning first place for the first...
Mackenzie Foster
Nov 7
Mr. and Mrs. Trojan Pride speak on the Trojan Spirit
Homecoming has ended, but the fun has just begun for this year’s Mr. and Miss Trojan Pride. Isaiah Thomas and Jayden McQueen were...
Sarah Campbell
Nov 7
ISCO Festival aims to bring dazzling cultural performances
Dazzling cultural performances, camaraderie among students of different countries and mouthwatering food from around the world - that’s...
Kris Harrell
Nov 7
Two alumni find success working on "Saturday Night" movie
Two Troy University alumnus are side-by-side, making their way in the film industry, working through the successes and challenges that...
Adele Henley
Oct 31
From bonfires to baskets: a haunted history of halloween
Halloween is upon us, but how much do you know about the holiday's history? All Hallow’s Eve dates back to the Celts, who lived over...
Emily Mosier
Oct 31
The ghost of Shackelford
Inside the dim rooms of Shackelford Hall, rumors spread of a spirit named Sally Inside the dim rooms of Shackelford Hall, whispers of...
Mackenzie Foster
Oct 31
Trojan Outreach, Spectracare partner for Red Ribbon Week
Trojan Outreach took the time last week to bring awareness to the negative outcomes of addiction and substance abuse. Oct. 20 to 26 is...
Rylee Bamberger
Oct 31
Falling in love with the gridiron: Robert Bruce's journey with football
After spending most of his life on the hardwood, Robert Bruce was approached by Angelo Wheeler, Park Crossing High School’s head football...
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Oct 31
Paint your way into Halloween with UAC
Alexander Vines As the seasons began to change, Troy University’s Activities Council (UAC) held a Pumpkin Painting event last Wednesday...
Simon Brown
Oct 31
Greek life rocked the house at Dance Night
Greek organizations and the Department of Theatre and Dance collaborated and danced, twisted, rocked, popped and locked at the annual...
Emily Mosier
Oct 31
Troy students star in ‘The Rocky Horror Picture Show’ shadowcast
For decades, shadow casts of the cult classic film “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” have captivated audiences across the United States....
Kathryn Clark
Oct 31
University clubs, local organizations, residents set to participate in annual homecoming parade
Pom-poms, glitter and thousands of hours culminate in a dazzling show at the Homecoming Parade, and each group is reaching to win the...
Nathan Henderson
Oct 31
The Most Wanted band in the south:
SOTS prepares to give their all for homecoming Homecoming Week would not be the same without Troy University’s beloved Sound of the...
Jess Sutton
Oct 31
Car Seat Headrest at the peak of their power
As its 10th anniversary approaches this Halloween, Car Seat Headrest’s EP “How to Leave Town” remains a contender for the Virginia-based...
Tavares Dennis
Oct 31
Football players look forward to the big game
For some, homecoming is their favorite part of football season. It’s a rare opportunity to combine pageantry and tradition with the...
Neela Cole
Oct 31
Students get pumped at pep rally, Mr. and Ms. Trojan Pride revealed
The hype for the homecoming football game and 2024-25 basketball season was on full blast in Trojan Arena Tuesday night with the annual...
Jameson Fowler
Oct 31
Troyapalooza rocks in the Fall season
Costumes, live music, free food and deserts, inflatables, a free photo booth, interactive art stations designed and managed by students,...
Kris Harrell
Oct 31
'War of the Worlds' impacts media 86 years after airing
On October 31, 1938, American director and science-fiction writer Orson Wells appeared before journalists, photographers and police...
Camille Coney
Oct 31
2023 Hoco King and Queen share wisdom and well-wishes
It’s that time of the year again: school spirit is at an all-time high, students have a week of fun events to attend and, to close it...
Adele Henley
Oct 31
Behind the scenes with T-Roy:A day in the life of the No. 1 Trojan
With Homecoming approaching, The Tropolitan has decided to answer a question that has plagued the minds of Trojans: what does a gameday...
Sarah Campbell
Oct 31
Alumni of the year to be recognized at Hoco game
Amidst this year’s homecoming festivities, Troy University is set to honor three Alumni of the Year and one Honorary Alumnus of the Year....
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