The Talk of Troy is voices and sounds from the campuses of Troy University. Each week we bring you sound rich stories and fresh ideas from the heart of the Trojan community.
A new sculpture exhibition at Troy University’s Rosa Parks Museum is helping bring awareness to the struggle of those affected by homelessness.
Also, we commemorate an ornate clock built in front of Smith Hall that honors Jack Hawkins Jr.’s 35 years and counting as chancellor at Troy University.
Producer Brendan Bryan talks with Barbara Patterson about her recent retirement after serving the school as director of student involvement for over 40 years.
Troy University’s Sports Broadcasting Director Barry McKnight has a recognizable name, but an even more iconic voice.
And now, as Producer Brendan Bryan tells us, McKnight is hosting the new podcast, Trojans Talk Research.
Troy University’s new gymnastics team is already springing to great heights. After just one year of competing, the squad of life-long gymnasts and first-timers…. have become champions! Producer Emily Mosier jumps in.
And, in 1987, Stephan Sondheim’s musical Into the Woods debuted to much critical and commercial acclaim. Now, a new production takes center stage at Troy University, as Producer Brendan Bryan reports.
Comedians don’t usually headline the International Arts Center, but currently there’s an exhibit on display that might make you think they do.
The artist, Winfred Hawkins, blends dark humor with digital art and works on canvas. TROY Public Radio’s Chris Ahlf paints the full picture.
And, bird is the word this week! Thanks to restoration efforts at the arboretum, more than eight miles of trails have been cleared out, an outdoor classroom has been installed, and two new bridges have been built. And that’s just pecking the surface, as Producer Brendan Bryan reports.
Producer Chris Ahlf sits down with Winfred Hawkins, the artist behind the new exhibition, “Comedian”. It earns its title by balancing dark humor with social commentary.
This week, we’ll check in with Troy University’s student journalists, who recently visited Selma to cover the 59th anniversary of Bloody Sunday. We’ll also find out how TROY celebrated International Women’s Day.
Last weekend, Troy University hosted the Southeastern Journalism Conference, or SEJC. And, former Troy Public Radio producers won awards!
Also, the main campus library has hosted the English Honor Society’s annual African American read-in.
TROY Public Radio recently launched two new podcasts, and this week, we’re taking you behind the scenes of both.
Troy University’s Department of Theatre and Dance is staging its first narrative dance show in several years: Chaos, the story of how it all began. This is specifically the version from Greek myth. But, there’s a modern twist. Producer Chris Ahlf has the tale.
And a new Miss Troy University has been crowned. The competition is about more than just looks; it opens opportunities for contestants, as Producer Ariyid Hightower reports.