The conference, now in its 20th year, was renamed to honor the legacy of the late Congressman John Robert Lewis following his death in 2020.
Birmingham businessman, author and artist Larry D. Thornton, Sr. and Rev. Darryl Caldwell, Pastor of Antioch Missionary Baptist Church in Banks, will be the keynote speakers for the John Robert Lewis Leadership Conference Feb. 3-4 at Troy University.
Presented by the University and the City of Troy, the conference, now in its 20th year, seeks…
The new historical marker is located in front of John Lewis' childhood home off Gardner Bassett Road just outside of Troy.
The birthplace of the late Congressman John Robert Lewis now bears a historic marker, recognizing the significance that this tract of land off Gardner Bassett Road just outside of Troy had on the Civil Rights icon’s life and legacy.
Unveiled during a special ceremony on Saturday, the marker was a project of The John R….
The new addition speaks to the University's commitment to promoting Trojan pride.
On Sunday, Troy University unveiled its newest addition to campus: a 60-foot diameter, Power T logo created with a durable color pavement marking compound at the intersection of George Wallace Drive and University Avenue that welcomes visitors and students alike to Trojan territory.
“Thanks to a group of inspired students, generous supporters and dedicated leaders,…
Dr. Dorothy Buckahan Wilson delivers keynote remarks during Friday's virtual leadership event, presented by Troy University and the city of Troy.
Troy University and the City of Troy celebrated the legacy of the late Congressman John R. Lewis on Friday with a virtual leadership event that paved the way for the annual leadership conference that will bear the late Troy native’s name beginning in 2022.
Formerly known as the Leadership Conference Celebrating African American History Month,…
