TROY News Center

February 29, 2012

Alumnus appointed to Board of Trustees at Troy University

TROY -- Troy University alumnus C. Gibson Vance has been named to the University's Board of Trustees by Alabama Gov. Robert Bentley.

Vance, a shareholder in the Montgomery law firm of Beasley Allen, was selected by Gov. Bentley and approved by the Alabama Senate. In addition, two current members – Allen Owen and Roy Drinkard -- were reappointed to the Board. Trustees are appointed to 12-year terms.

"We are pleased to welcome Mr. Vance to our Board of Trustees," said Dr. Jack Hawkins, Jr., Chancellor. "As an alumnus, he has served as a wonderful ambassador for Troy University, and we look forward to the vision and leadership he will provide as a Trustee."

Vance practices in Beasley Allen's personal injury and consumer fraud sections, concentrating in actions against those who negligently or intentionally harm others. His clients include both individuals and small businesses.

"I am thrilled and honored to be given the opportunity to serve Troy University," Vance said. "I was born in Troy and graduated from Troy State University 25 years ago. Troy University is a first class institution and I look forward to being part of its future."

Vance is a member of the Montgomery County Bar Association, the Alabama State Bar Association, the Montgomery County Trial Lawyers Association, past president of the American Association for Justice and past president of the Alabama Association for Justice. He was presented with the American Association of Justice's Joe Tonahill Award in 2007 for his outstanding service to the civil justice system, and in 2010, was named one of two Beasley Allen Litigators of the Year. In 2012, Vance was selected for the Best Lawyers in America listing.

Vance earned his bachelor's degree from TROY in 1987 and his Juris Doctor degree from Jones School of Law in 1992. He and his wife, Kate, have two children, Carter and Andrew.  

February 29, 2012

Troy University to host teacher recruitment fair

DOTHAN—Aspiring teachers looking for work will get the chance to meet with representatives from area school systems during the Dothan Teachers Fair at Troy University on Wednesday, February 29.

The fair will be held from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Dothan Campus inside the Harrison Room in Malone Hall. Admission is free and open to the public.

Attendees will get the chance to discuss employment opportunities with representatives from several area school systems including Calhoun County Schools, Clay County Schools, Coffee County Schools, Dothan City Schools, Early County Schools, Eufaula City Schools, Houston County Schools and Russell County Schools.

Registration is still open for school systems that would like to take part in the recruitment event.

To register a school, or for more information, contact Joanne Krist at (334) 983-6556, ext. 1223, or visit the Career Services Department online at www.troy.edu.

February 29, 2012

Presidential politics topic of Troy University's Civic Engagement Series on March 5

TROY -- Presidential politics will be the topic of discussion during the fifth installment of Troy University's Civic Engagement Series on March 5.

The event, scheduled for 5:30 p.m. in the Trojan Center Ballrooms, will focus on the topic "Should There Be a Change in the Presidential Leadership" and will feature position statements from TROY students Cody Farrill and Ryan Williams, as well as discussion and questions from the audience.

"In light of the Alabama primary on March 13, we will examine the future political direction of the United States," said Jonathan T. Cellon, coordinator of student learning initiatives at TROY. "Students in attendance will have an opportunity to participate, express their views and ask questions."

Cellon said the discussion will be organized based on a public forum-style debate model.

"Forum-style debating allows for each keynote debater to present an opening statement. After the opening statements, speakers from the audience will exchange ideas and viewpoints in a series of questioning periods," Cellon said. "After each questioning period, audience members will have the opportunity to note any changes in their position by literally moving across the aisle and changing sides of the room. This style of debate allows for strong audience participation and enables speakers to gauge reactions to their positions on the topic."

Farrill is a junior political science major from Panama City, and Williams is a sophomore political science major from Loxley. The debate will be moderated by Dr. Hal Fulmer, Associate Provost and Dean of Undergraduate and First-Year Studies.

TROY's Civic Engagement Series, designed to spark discussion of contemporary issues and engage students in civic involvement, is sponsored by the First-Year Studies Program's Office of Student Learning Initiatives.

February 29, 2012

Agreement establishes pathway to MD degree

TROY – Troy University students can now transition into medical school thanks to an international partnership.

The direct admission agreement signed Wednesday on the Troy Campus with the Universidad De Iberoamerica's College of Medicine will clear the way for TROY students in certain College of Arts and Sciences disciplines to easily transition into medical school at the Costa Rican university.

"We are quite excited about the opportunities this new agreement offers our students at Troy University," said Dr. James Rinehart, Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. "It sets the stage for a wonderful partnership of substantive study-abroad programs in the health-related professions that will be of importance for TROY students well into the future."

In order for TROY students to be considered for direct admission into the medical school, they must first complete a core set of prerequisites of 53 semester hours. UNIBE's Medical Doctor program requires 145 semester hours. Students must have at least a 3.0 grade point average, or have a total SAT exam score of 1200, and either must be fluent in Spanish or take four Spanish language courses during their first year at UNIBE.

UNIBE's Medical Doctor Program is registered with the U.S. Dept. of Education and is a part of the International Medical Education Directory.

Last year, TROY and UNIBE signed a partnership agreement that established a collaborative exchange agreement for students and faculty.

February 29, 2012

Register for B session classes at Troy University's Montgomery Campus

MONTGOMERY -- Troy University is currently accepting applications and registering students for spring semester B session classes at its Montgomery Campus.

The Montgomery Campus offers a variety of undergraduate and graduate degrees in arts and sciences, business, counseling, education and psychology with a wide range of day, evening and online classes designed especially to meet the needs of adult learners.

B session classes will begin on March 19. For additional information on how to apply or register for classes, contact the Admissions Office at 334-241-9506 or toll free at 1-800-355-8786, visit the office in room 411 in Whitley Hall or visit www.troy.edu.