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Kids learn to be community heroes at TROY summer camp

News |  July 25, 2025

About 20 campers took part in the fifth annual Civic Heroes Camp where they learned about government and citizen action.

About 20 campers took part in the fifth annual Civic Heroes Camp where they learned about government and citizen action.

Submitted by Brooks Taylor

Citizens of Gotham and Central City faced off in tic-tac-toe and bottle flip challenges with an educational twist at Troy University’s Civic Heroes Camp.

About 20 campers in 4th-6th grade took part in the fifth annual Civic Heroes Camp where they learned about government and citizen action through fun games and visits…

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Registration open for Civic Heroes summer camp at Troy University

News |  May 29, 2025 |  By Savanah Weed

Registration is open until June 13.

Registration is open until June 13.

Registration is ongoing for the annual Civic Heroes summer camp, offered by Troy University’s Office of Civic Engagement.

The camp is designed for rising fourth-through-sixth-grade students who have a knack for serving their neighbors, learning how to tackle community challenges or who are simply looking for fun activities this summer.

“Civic Heroes is all about inspiring…

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Camp prepares upper elementary students to be Civic Heroes

News |  July 24, 2024 |  By Andy Ellis

Civic Heroes Camp participants had the opportunity to hear from

Civic Heroes Camp participants had the opportunity to hear from "Community Heroes" throughout the week, including members of the Troy Fire Department.

A group of upper elementary school students got lessons in civics and good citizenship during the Troy University Office of Civic Engagement’s annual Civic Heroes Camp July 15-19.

The day camp, held on the Troy Campus, introduced participants to five character traits of good citizenship – compassion, honesty, respect, responsibility and courage – and taught…

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