Department of Art and Design Archives

Design student’s PSA wins silver at Regional Competition

News Students | April 22, 2026

In February, 12 Troy University graphic design students were honored in Montgomery at the 2026 American Advertising Awards for their contributions in advertising, design, illustration, photography, video and motion Graphics. This recognition marks the first of a three-tiered competition that also includes a regional and national component.

Graphic Design Student
Ileana Lampon

Ileana Lampon was the only student from TROY who was recognized at the regional level for her stop-motion video “POTS: Got Salt” – a public service announcement (PSA) created in Professor Chris Stagl’s Motion Graphics course that brings attention to people…

Trojan Art Day welcomes high school and middle school students to TROY

News | April 9, 2026 | By Whitney Bowers

On Friday, March 6, over 300 students and teachers from 16 area middle and high schools met on the Troy campus for Trojan Art Day.

Trojan Art Day began in 2014 through former Art Education and 3D Instructor, Larry Percy, and engages students with workshops and demonstrations are led by students and faculty from the…

International Arts Center to welcome IAC Trojan Junior Warriors March 9-12

News | February 24, 2026 | By Andy Ellis

Close to 180 fifth-grade students from Troy Elementary School and Pike Liberal Arts School will take part in an immersive, multi-day field trip experience March 9–12 at Troy University’s International Arts Center (IAC) as part of the annual IAC Trojan Junior Warriors program.

Since its launch in 2017, the program has become a highly anticipated…

Design students, professors and alumni win top ADDY Awards

Alumni News Students | February 23, 2026

Troy University design students won top honors at this year’s Montgomery and Dothan American Advertising Federation (ADDY) competitions, including 12 silver, nine golds, five Judges Choice, two Best of Show and Student Designer of the Year Award in Montgomery.

The American Advertising Awards is the advertising industry’s largest and most representative competition, attracting more than…