Troy University - Palladium Yearbook (Troy, AL)

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THE ARTS: Throughout the ages man has sought all sorts of means for expressing himself Today, sociologists sas th.it despite the fact that we are so highK technically adv- anced and enjoy privileges never im- agined b an previous soeietv. vac ate suffering from an inward decline perhaps as dangerous as any natural earthquake or financial depression, and possibly just as capable of destroying us. As man seeks ways to fill the void, he often finds, strangely enough, that the more he gives of himself, the smaller the vacuum becomes, ironically, as mankind finds new ways to express himself indi- vidually, the quest for self-fulfillment is attained. So it is with art. The artist has the advantage of being able to express him- self in his work. At this university. Kilby Hall has long been the setting for many inspirational works of art. There is some- thing about the tired, old structure that is reminiscent of past achievements. The crumbling stucco walls seem to beg the best of those of us who are seeking to give, to receive. no e left: Jason Davis ' ■surrealistic stvlc is seen here in this dragon sculpture. Left: David L.tnter v. ho e jil « wd M»«al « uUUad- ing pieces in the J Art h hi best of shov Introduction 1 1

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SGA President Takes Job With Governor, Vice-President Assumes Duties Alot of excitement and sad- ness were main events in the SGA this year. Lamar Higgins, Troy State ' s first black SGA president resigned his post and took a job with the the gov- ernor ' s office in Montgomery. Lamar, a political science major, did his internship last Spring at the governor ' s office where he served as a liasion between James ' executive branch and the state Legisla- ture. In 1978, Higgins ran the TSU campaign for gubernatorial candidate, Fob James. As of January 13, 1981, Vice-President Richard Dean, a computer science math ma- jor from Montgomery, Alaba- ma will assume his duties. To Lamar, Congratulations and good luck; to Richard, our total support is behind you. We are proud to boast of the accomplishments of both. Hi • Mi 10 Introduction

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Sound of the South . . . Past and Present. This year ' s homecoming activities included the first annual Alumni Band which was sponsored by Tau Beta Sigma and Kappa Kappa Psi. The band was made up of past members of the Sound of the South. Jim Rolling, the original announcer for TSU bands, returned to announce the half-time show and Bruce Smiley served as Drum Major. Nearly 100 Alumni participated in the return of the Sound . While performing, students in the stands could be heard saying When Dr. Long teaches, you don ' t forget! , and the alumni band members confirmed that fact through their outstanding performance! To the Sound, we anxiously await your next performance. 12 Introduction