Remembering Zhao Kangmin, discoverer of the Terracotta Army

The Terracotta Warrior statues at Troy University's Janice Hawkins Cultural Arts Park.

The Terracotta Warrior statues at Troy University's Janice Hawkins Cultural Arts Park.

The Chinese archeologist who discovered the famous Terracotta Army passed away last month, leaving behind a legacy that left its mark around the world, including at the Troy Campus.

Zhao Kangmin was a self-taught archaeologist and lover of history who at 24 became curator of the Lintong Museum in Shannxi province. It was on an…

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Bacon talks life, art during TROY Gallery Talk

Dr. Art Bacon, a scientist, artist and civil rights activist, talked about his life and work Tuesday at Troy University.

Dr. Art Bacon, a scientist, artist and civil rights activist, talked about his life and work Tuesday at Troy University.

Dr. Art Bacon has worn a lot of hats in his 80 years — scientist, researcher, student, educator, civil rights activist.

But as he addressed a crowded room of observers in Troy University’s International Arts Center on Tuesday, he focused on the role that makes him happiest.

“For 40 years I had essentially a dual…

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Renowned artist Bacon to discuss exhibit at TROY

Dr. Art Bacon will discuss his new exhibit at the International Arts Center on Feb. 27.

Dr. Art Bacon will discuss his new exhibit at the International Arts Center on Feb. 27.

Renowned painter, scientist, educator and civil rights activist Dr. Art Bacon will discuss his new exhibit at Troy University’s International Arts Center on Feb. 27.

Bacon’s Gallery Talk takes place from 11:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. in the center, which will display his work through April 23.

Bacon will discuss his art and inspiration, followed…

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Watershed Authority’s grant aids Troy University’s work in Janice Hawkins Cultural Arts Park

A grant from the Choctawhatchee, Pea and Yellow Rivers Watershed Management Authority has helped to fund work in Janice Hawkins Cultural Arts Park.

A grant from the Choctawhatchee, Pea and Yellow Rivers Watershed Management Authority has helped to fund work in Janice Hawkins Cultural Arts Park.

A $5,000 grant from the Choctawhatchee, Pea and Yellow Rivers Watershed Management Authority has helped Troy University continue to fight invasive species of plants and maintain walking trails in the Janice Hawkins Cultural Arts Park.

The grant was presented to Dr. Jack Hawkins, Jr., Chancellor, by Authority Executive Director Barbara Gibson and Board Chairman Randy…

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