Troy University will begin a new research facility called The Center for Materials and Manufacturing Sciences (CMMS) using a $3.2 Million grant from The National Institute of Standards and Technology. The grant was announced by the office of U.S. Senator Richard Shelby, which describes is as…. “…research involving the properties of polymers in plastics during the course of recycling…
Hurricane Florence is long gone, but North Carolina residents are left with a lot of damage and flooding, which is is why members of the Troy community are preparing to deliver donations to help in relief efforts. After Hurricane Florence ripped through the Carolinas, Pike County resident Nikki Stallings knew what she had to do. “Well I wanted to go…
The money, bills, and families were fake, but the lessons learned were real. Troy University nursing students got a first-hand look at the struggles low-income families face every day. Faculty members, including Kerri Outlaw, an associate professor of nursing and faculty of public health, underwent training necessary to be able to bring the poverty simulation exercise to campus. “We really…
When you think of art, you don’t often think of Alabama. That could be about to change. The exhibit, called Alabama Art: Inside Out, is on display at Troy University’s International Arts Center is displaying work from Troy-born and world-renown artist Nall, who is using his work to shine a light on fellow Alabama artists. “He wanted to show the…
Hackers are a growing threat in the changing world. Technology companies are always looking for ways to prevent hackers from obtaining personal information. One company may have found the answer. Secure Transmission Technology, or STT, has designed a form of technology called STTarx (Starks). According to STT employee Jeff Miller, STTarx has not been hacked, despite tests performed by various…
Thousands of students set foot on Troy University campuses Wednesday, as classes began. University Chancellor Dr. Jack Hawkins, Jr, says it’s a semester of new opportunities. “You know its always an exciting time to start a new school year,” Hawkins said. “All students start with all A’s, our football team is undefeated, everybody has a new opportunity.” Students returned to…
Construction crews began the process of tearing down Troy University’s former basketball gymnasium Sartain Hall Monday morning. Sartain Hall is known for hosting concerts from bands like Jimmy Buffet and Ike and Tina Turner, and a record-breaking 258-point performance from the Troy men’s basketball team in a 1992 victory over Devry University. Sandy Atkins is the Deputy Director of Athletics…
Troy University is set to begin this week. Before it does, incoming freshmen began their college journey at the inaugural Troy University Odyssey Convocation Sunday, welcoming them to campus. The freshmen and their parents were encouraged by two members of Alabama Governor Kay Ivey’s staff, who are also Troy alumni, William and Liz Filmore. “It was a simple message of just…
A bikeshare program is being launched in the Troy community. The university partnered with the bikeshare company, Spin, to add dockless bikes and scooters to campus. Derrick Brewster is the associate dean of student services. He says the school needed an inexpensive way for students and community members to travel, while also getting exercise. “We chose to go with the…
An art exhibit on display at the International Arts Center on Troy University’s campus brings two worlds together. Diane Orlofsky, a music teacher, and Jerry Johnson,a graphic design professor, used their talents to create “A Joyous Exchange: The Art of Collaboration.” The exhibit combines digital images and texts to make works of art, some of which are inspired by their…
