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Anna Shay Wasden

Anna Shay Wasden

Anna Shay Wasden is a senior from Troy, double majoring in English and Communication

awasden@troy.edu

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Troy University Mourns the Passing of Dr. Djuana Lynn Burns, Dedicated Nursing Educator

Troy University Mourns the Passing of Dr. Djuana Lynn Burns, Dedicated Nursing Educator

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30 Jul

Dr. E. Gaylon McCollough, founding and leading surgeon at McCollough Plastic Surgery, encouraged Troy University graduates to be lifelong learners and challenged them to always approach life with a can-do attitude.

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This summer, TROY's Department of Art & Design strengthened its longstanding partnership in China as Professor Greg Skaggs and Instructor Audry Dunne visited campuses in Changzhou and Nanjing, teaching and connecting with prospective students.

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Kristen Shipman, Financial Aid Assistant at Troy University, has been awarded the University’s Vergil Parks McKinley Award.

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See you soon 🤭 #AllWaysReal #AlwaysTROY See you soon 🤭 #AllWaysReal #AlwaysTROY
Ever wondered why professors wear different colore Ever wondered why professors wear different colored robes at graduation? In higher education, faculty often wear the academic regalia from the institution where they earned their highest degree. We asked some of TROY's faculty, "What are you wearing?" Here's what they had to say. #AllWaysReal #AlwaysTROY
A moment years in the making 🎓⚔️ #AllWaysReal #Al A moment years in the making 🎓⚔️ #AllWaysReal #AlwaysTROY
Your next adventure awaits, but you’ll always be a Your next adventure awaits, but you’ll always be a Trojan.⚔️ #AllWaysReal #AlwaysTROY #graduation
Ready to turn your creativity into real-world expe Ready to turn your creativity into real-world experience? Become one of the faces behind TROY’s story. As a Social Media Ambassador, you’ll gain hands-on experience in content creation, photography, videography, digital storytelling, and social media strategy while building a portfolio that sets you apart. Applications are now open for sophomores through first-semester seniors. Apply by August 28. Link in bio! #AllWaysReal #AlwaysTROY
He has spent nearly three decades opening doors th He has spent nearly three decades opening doors through education. Today, he's helping shape the future of an entire college. Danny Long has dedicated his career to creating opportunities for students at every stage of their educational journey. After earning four degrees from TROY, he built a career spanning K-12 and higher education, leading innovative programs that prepare students for in-demand careers. From serving as a special education teacher and assistant principal to becoming vice president and acting president of Enterprise State Community College, Long has championed workforce development through new academic and technical programs while helping oversee transformational growth across the college's campuses. Long's commitment to student success continues to strengthen communities by expanding access to education, workforce training and career opportunities across Southeast Alabama.
What's your pick? Comment below. #AllWaysReal #A What's your pick? Comment below. #AllWaysReal #AlwaysTROY
Happy Graduation Week! You did it! ⚔️🎓 Tag someon Happy Graduation Week! You did it! ⚔️🎓 Tag someone you know who's walking across the stage this week! #AllWaysReal #AlwaysTROY
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