Posey wins Troy University Intramural Speech Tournament

Students competed in informative and persuasive categories before a panel of judges.

Students competed in informative and persuasive categories before a panel of judges.

The Troy University Intramural Speech Tournament, organized by the Hall School of Journalism and Communication, was held Nov. 1 in HAL Hall of Honor. Kiara Posey was named the overall winner, earning a $500 scholarship.

Posey, a senior communication studies major from Georgiana, Alabama, and news editor of The Tropolitan, gave a persuasive speech about…

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Visiting students learn about journalism from industry professionals during TROY’s annual J-Day event

One of J-Days many workshops teaches students how to use the cameras and other equipment in the TrojanVision studio.

One of J-Days many workshops teaches students how to use the cameras and other equipment in the TrojanVision studio.

The Hall School of Journalism and Communication at Troy University hosted over 450 high school students on Thursday, teaching them more about the field and what the program has to offer. The University’s “J-Day” event has been held for over 20 years. 

“I think it’s important for students to see what’s attainable,” said Dr. Robbyn…

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TROY alum named Mark of Excellence National Winner for coverage of the Clotilda slave ship

Jared McBride is the second TROY grad in two years to win a Mark of Excellence Award for Troy Public Radio.

Jared McBride is the second TROY grad in two years to win a Mark of Excellence Award for Troy Public Radio.

Discussing the cultural significance of the Clotilda, the last known American slave ship, and the importance of informing the next generations of its history earned Troy University alum Jared McBride a 2022 Mark of Excellence Award from the Society of Professional Journalists.

The Mark of Excellence Award honors the best in student journalism across multiple mediums, including…

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Students get in-depth look into graphic design industry during Art and Design Symposium

The symposium featured several workshops, a student showcase and a career fair held the next day.

The symposium featured several workshops, a student showcase and a career fair held the next day.

The inaugural Jerry Johnson Art and Design Symposium held last Wednesday took students on a journey through the industry of graphic design through keynote speakers and a presentation of students’ work. 

The event was hosted by the Department of Art and Design in conjunction with the Hall School of Journalism and Communication. The symposium is…

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