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Colton Purdue

Colton Purdue

Colton Purdue is a Troy University senior multimedia journalism major from Montgomery.

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Troy University’s College of Health Sciences welcomed about 165 fifth-grade students from schools across Pike County to its Health Day Camp, an interactive event promoting healthy habits and interest in health science careers.

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Troy University alumnus Wes Allen came by his commitment to public service honestly enough. His grandfather spent four terms as a county commissioner and his father served in the Alabama Legislature.

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Last week, Troy University hosted the 3rd Annual Trojan Patriot Academy! 🇺🇸

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Troy University’s Rosa Parks Museum will host its 11th annual Juneteenth celebration on Saturday, June 20 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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Can’t wait to see our student section packed on Sa Can’t wait to see our student section packed on Saturday! #mindful #cutesy #demure
The annual Freshmen Run is this Saturday before th The annual Freshmen Run is this Saturday before the @troytrojansfootball game! We can’t wait to see you there!
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🎨 and Tie Dye party to keep @troyuniversitywelcome 🎨 and Tie Dye party to keep @troyuniversitywelcomeweek going. Last few events this week then on to the @troytrojansfootball season!
One week down in the semester! One week down in the semester!
@troyuniversitywelcomeweek continues! @troyuniversitywelcomeweek continues!
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