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Troy to host free conference for parents, teachers of gifted students in grades K-2

Troy to host free conference for parents, teachers of gifted students in grades K-2

Troy University will host the Fifth Annual Gifted Education Conference for parents and teachers of high-ability K-2 students at the Dothan Campus on Saturday, April 6, from 9:30 – 3 p.m. in the Michelin Room in the Library/Technology Building.
 
This year’s theme is developing early interest in the areas of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).
 
The free event is sponsored by the College of Education and is aimed at helping parents and teachers better meet the needs of high-ability students in kindergarten through second grade.
 
“Typically, students are not identified and served in gifted programs until third grade. Therefore, we want to provide parents and classroom teachers with techniques that can enrich the curriculum for K-2 students prior to enrollment in a gifted program,” said Dr.

Troy associate dean presented leadership award

Troy associate dean presented leadership award

Dr. John Miller, Associate Dean of the College of Health and Human Services at Troy University, has been awarded a national organization’s highest prize.

The Sport and Recreation Law Association’s Betty van der Smissen Leadership Award is presented annually to recognize a member  for leadership and vision in the study of legal aspects of sport and physical activity.

“Receipt of this award is often considered to be the crowning achievement of one’s career in the area of sport and recreation law,” said Dr. Damon Andrew, Dean of the College of Health and Human Services. “It is certainly fitting that Dr. Miller is recognized as a leader in his field.”

Dr.

Home run lifts Blazers to doubleheader sweep of the Warhawks

Home run lifts Blazers to doubleheader sweep of the Warhawks

Belhaven completed a three-game Southern States Athletic Conference series sweep of the Auburn Montgomery baseball team, scoring the game-winning runs in each game on home runs.

The Blazers (20-12, 7-5 SSAC) took the opener 3-2, before taking game two from the Warhawks (16-12, 5-7 SSAC) 14-13 in 10 innings.

In game one, Chad Mansmann recorded a pair of hits and scored twice, while Wes Hughes and Hayden Hillyer each drove in runs to pace the offense.

However, Jason Hicks connected on a two-run homer in the fifth inning, giving Belhaven a 3-2 lead. Hicks finished the game 2 for 3 with the two RBIs and a run scored.

Eran Franks (3-3) suffered the loss for AUM, tossing 4 2/3 innings and allowing five hits and three runs. Patrick Devault threw the final 1 1/3 innings, allowing just one hit, while striking out two.

Chris Good (8-2) earned the win for the Blazers, throwing the first six innings and working around nine Warhawk hits.

Employers can match with students and alumni at Troy job fair

Employers can match with students and alumni at Troy job fair

Space is still available for employers at Troy University’s Spring Career Fair, scheduled for April 4 on the Troy Campus.

The event is aimed at matching employers with students and alumni who are searching for new jobs.

“This event is an incredibly important opportunity for our students,” said Lauren Cole, coordinator of career services. “With the job market turning around, it’s a vital time for both employers and prospects to get face-to-face.”

Employers can register for the career via Trojan Recruiting Live (https://troy-csm.symplicity.com/), a website that connects employers with Troy University students and alumni, and a resume database for TROY students. Students can also preview the employers attending the fair at the website.

The Spring Career Fair will take place in Sartain Hall from 9 a.m. until 12 p.m.

Troy University provides scholarships to military personnel in wake of tuition assistance cuts

Troy University provides scholarships to military personnel in wake of tuition assistance cuts

Troy University officials today announced three new undergraduate scholarships designed to lessen the impact of nationwide cuts to the military tuition assistance programs.
 
The three scholarships will discount undergraduate per-credit hour tuition to $250 for active duty, Reserve and National Guard students who would otherwise be eligible for military tuition assistance.
 
“The University recognizes the hardship the sequestration has on service members, and this is our chance to make a difference,” said Dr. Lance Tatum, vice chancellor of the University’s Global Campus.

Symphony Band to honor Dr. John Long with concerts in Montgomery and Troy

Symphony Band to honor Dr. John Long with concerts in Montgomery and Troy

Troy University's Symphony Band will present a tribute to legendary TROY bandmaster Dr. John M. Long with a pair of concerts in Troy and Montgomery celebrating the career and achievements of the University's director of band's emeritus.

The first “Tribute to Dr. Long” concert will be held on the Troy Campus on Thursday, March 21, at 7 p.m. inside the Claudia Crosby Theatre. This will be a joint concert with the Pearl City High School Band from Honolulu, Hawaii, featuring guest conductors Mike Nakasone and Paula Crider, who are close friends of Dr. Long. The band will perform some of Dr. Long's favorite music, and close with the “1812 Overture” in his honor. Admission is free and open to the public.

The second concert will at the Montgomery Campus on Thursday, March 28, at 7 p.m., inside the Davis Theatre for Performing Arts. Tickets are $10 and are on sale now. The program will include a selection of Dr.

Trojans Head to Shamrock Invitational



The Troy University men's and women's track and field teams head to Myrtle Beach, S.C., for the Shamrock Spring Break Invitational, beginning on Thursday, March 14, and concluding on Saturday, March 16, at Doug Shaw Stadium... Read More