Troy University - Palladium Yearbook (Troy, AL)

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History Troy State University traces its origins to two small buildings in downtown Troy when it first opened its doors on February 18, 1887, as Troy State Normal School. Shortly before 1 930, it became Troy State Teachers College, there- after moving to its present location which now occu- pies 433 acres. Troy State, as it is known today, continued to grow at a rapid pace, offering its first B.S. degree in 1931 . As the needs of society changed, the goals of this institution progressed to complement and facilitate such changes. The present name was authorized by the Alabama State Board of Education in 1 967. Since that time, the university has expanded to serve a variety of educational needs and to welcome a di- verse student and faculty population. Alumni Hall, where men residents are housed, ac- commodates over 800 male students and has been the largest dormitory thus far constructed in lower Alabama. Kilby Hall, the oldest building on campus, still stands proudly on University Drive and represents Troy State ' s history as it struggled to become one of the Southeast ' s finest universities. Though TSU remains one of the leading schools of the area, it recognizes a continual need to progress in all areas and to offer its students a well-rounded cur- riculum and modern facilities with which to learn; thus bettering itself and its students. Its history reveals a well trodded path leading to a future which serves the larger community and its needs. 12 Opening

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People vUpivi On your way to class cxi any day you see these unique Troy people. They are as different as night and day. You will find them in a variety of clothes: Greek-letter jerseys or concert tee shirts, mini skirts or walking shorts, cowboy boots or penny loafers. Just as they all dress in a different style, they have varying preferences, interests, goals, and dreams. TSU people come from all over the state and coun- try. We even have students from abroad. There are junior misses from Idaho and New York, athletes from Colorado and Enterprise, hometown Troy boys, and forei gn exchange students from Japan and Jor- dan. Although the majority of students live here in Alabama, many travel from Florida and Georgia. Individuality . . . that is what bonds Troy State peo- ple together. A campus full of individuals. Yet, being so, it does not necessarily mean everyone cares only for themselves. Moreover, Troy is lucky enough to have a friendly, inviting student body. You very rarely pass someone on the sidewalks without saying hi. Everyone exchanges smiles and hugs. This is why the popular song My Home ' s in Alabama by the hit artists Alabama holds such a deep meaning for all TSU people. Once you have experienced the unique, special Troy way, nowhere else can quite compare. CtMrtng 11

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