The Talk of Troy

"COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution & Terracotta Warriors on Chinese TV" - March 5th, 2021

Troy University's health center has become a distribution site for COVID-19 vaccines.And, Troy University's Terracotta Warriors collection is featured on a Chinese television show with an audience of around 280 million.

"African American Literature Read-in & A Graduate-Owned Business" - February 26th, 2021

Troy University's English department is co-sponsoring an African American literature read-in in front of John Robert Lewis Hall.And, last year, we talked with a Troy University student about how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected her local business. Now, she's a graduate, and we check back in to see how her café is performing.

"SHORT the Squirrel & Art in Motion" - February 19th, 2021

A Troy University professor is part of a two-person team that created an Alabama literacy project with the mascot, Short the Squirrel. And it's gotten a lot of attention, even from Alabama Governor Kay Ivey.And, the show must go on, as Troy University's Department of Theatre and Dance is hosting a virtual performance of "Art in Motion."

"Sport Management Ph.D. & Sexual Health Awareness" - February 11th, 2021

Troy University's Ph.D. in Sport Management has been recognized as one of the top ten in the nation by Best Value Schools.  And Trojan Outreach is providing presentations about the importance of sexual health awareness for students.
The Sport Management Ph.D. and Sexual Health Awareness are this week's Talk of TROY!

"Aiding International Students & Inspiring Leadership" - February 5th, 2021

Troy University has secured grants to assist international students who were financially affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. And, TROY is holding a virtual event with distinguished speakers to highlight the importance of effective leadership.

"ALWAC & UAC Find New Ways to Meet during the Pandemic" - January 29th, 2021

Host Maya Martin dives into adjustments the Alabama World Affairs Council has made over the past year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. And we'll find out how TROY's University Activities Council has adapted as well.

"Excellence in Research Award & Alice in Wonderland Exhibit" - January 22nd, 2021

TROY Public Radio Producer Maya Martin sits down with TROY Professor Kate Price-Howard, the newest recipient of the Resort and Commercial Recreation Association’s Excellence in Research Award.
And, Host Marissa Lacey brings us one of our favorite stories from last year about the ongoing Alice in Wonderland art exhibit in the International Art Center.

"The Voice of TROY & The Alabama Superintendent of the Year" - January 15, 2021

Producer Baylen Parker reports that Troy University has started a fundraiser to name the football stadium's home radio booth in honor of Sportscaster Ralph Black, who was known as The Voice of TROY for 26 years. And, Producer Maya Martin sits down with Alabama's superintendent of the year and TROY alumnus, Chresal Threadgill.

"TROY's First Lady & An Alumnus Breaking Barriers" - November 6th, 2020

This is one of our favorite Talk of Troy episodes brought to you while we're on a short production break: Host Marissa Lacey reflects on Troy University First Lady Janice Hawkins's efforts to beautify the campus and expand Alabama's recognition of international arts.  And, we sit down with TROY Music Industry Alumnus Josh McInnish, who doesn't let his visual impairment stand in the way of his job as a piano player for the Titanic Museum Attraction in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.

"Alice in Wonderland Exhibit & Giving Day" - October 9th, 2020

This is one of our favorite Talk of Troy episodes brought to you while we're on a short production break: Host Marissa Lacey takes us to Troy University's new art exhibit inspired by Alice in Wonderland.  And, we'll take an in-depth look at Giving Day, Troy University's annual initiative allowing Troy donors to choose the specific causes they would like to support.