Troy University’s ‘The 87’ features six Troy natives 

Published 11:33 am Tuesday, January 7, 2025

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Recently, Troy University selected its “The 87,” which features six Troy natives honored on the list. 

“The 87,” which was formerly known as “Who’s Who,” recognizes juniors, seniors and graduate students who have excelled in campus leadership and in their academic area. Selections are based on academic standing, community service, leadership ability and potential for continued success. Troy University Chancellor Dr. Jack Hawkins and his wife, Janice Hawkins, honored “The 87” recipients at a reception at the Chancellor’s residence on Troy’s Campus recently. 

Of the 87 Troy University students honored, a total of six are Troy natives. 

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These Troy locals include Pike Liberal Arts graduate Abby Porter, who is majoring in Psychology. Porter is a member of Phi Kappa Phi’s Honor Society and was named to the 2024 Chancellor’s List. She’s also the Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Education for the Troy University Panhellenic Council. 

Olivia Barron is a Pike Liberal Arts graduate that serves as an IMPACT Leader, was named to the Troy Chancellor’s List and is the Vice President of Finance for the Alpha Gamma Delta sorority. She’s a marketing major. 

James Allen is a graduate of Charles Henderson High School and is majoring in Physics, Math and Electrical Engineering Technology. He’s also been named to the Troy University Provost’s List and Chancellor’s List. 

Madison Rhodes is a Multimedia Journalism major and also has been named to the Troy Chancellor’s List four times. Trang Phan is majoring in Finance, Economics and Environment Science and has also been named to the Troy University Provost’s List. 

Hanna Broderway is a Charles Henderson High School graduate and is majoring in Biomedical Sciences. She’s also been named to the Troy University Chancellor’s List is a team leader for Troy University’s Office of Civic Engagement. 

The entire list of students recognized by Troy University’s “The 87” Award are listed below. 

Abby Porter (Majoring in Psychology) 

Troy, Ala.

Olivia Barron (Majoring in Marketing) 

Troy, Ala. 

James Allen (Majoring gin Physics, Math, Electrical Engineering and Technology) 

Troy, Ala. 

Madison Rhodes (Majoring in Multimedia Journalism) 

Troy, Ala. 

Hanna Broderway (Majoring in Biomedical Sciences)

Troy, Ala. 

Trang Phan (Majoring in Finance, Economics and Environmental Science) 

Troy, Ala. 

Jessica Reese (Majoring in Exercise Science-Pre Health)

Madison, Ala.

Jazmin Faulkner (Majoring in Exercise Science – Pre Health Professions)

Wetumpka, Ala. 

Zoe McGee (Majoring in Early Childhood Education) 

Trussville, Ala.

Jessica Reese (Majoring in Exercise Science-Pre Health) 

Madison, Ala.

Madison Alward (Majoring in Dance)

Fort Myers, Fla.

Elizabeth Bennett (Majoring in Theatre)

Alabaster, Ala.

Mollie Kate Erwin (Majoring in Global Business Marketing) 

Wetumpka, Ala.

Kailey Sumrall (Majoring in Elementary Education) 

Thorsby, Ala.

Zara Smith (Majoring in Political Science and Homeland Security)

Bradenton, Fla. 

Kaylee Rankins (Majoring in Criminal Justice) 

Peterman, Ala.

Colton Lindsey (Majoring in Business Management) 

Cullman, Ala.

Mackenzie Leger (Majoring in Dance) 

Enterprise, Ala.

Jakevia Williams (Majoring in Psychology)

Phenix City, Ala.

Margaret Chapman (Majoring in Social Work)

Chelsea, Ala.

Michael Olson (Majoring in Music Education)

Tarpon Springs, Fla.

Alyssa Billings (Majoring in Rehabilitation and Disabilities) 

Luverne, Ala.

Kazani Snell (Majoring in Biomedical Sciences) 

Dothan, Ala. 

Amber Steen (Majoring in Social Work) 

Brewton, Ala.

Grace Hatchell (Majoring in Marketing) 

Port St. Joe, Fla. 

Gabriela Perez (Majoring in Elementary Education) 

Enterprise, Ala. 

Lily Corley (Majoring in Interdisciplinary Studies with a focus in Marketing, Public Relations and Entrepreneurship) 

Mobile, Ala.

Emma Landsberg (Majoring in Rehabilitation and Disability Studies)

Tallahassee, Fla. 

Elijah Turman (Majoring in Computer Science) 

Huntsville, Ala. 

Devin Toole (Majoring in Political Science, minoring in Legal Studies)

Pinckard, Ala. 

Hattie Ketchum (Majoring in Rehabilitation and Disability Studies)

Dothan, Ala.

Gillian Bailey (Majoring in Biomedical Science) 

Dothan, Ala. 

Braydon Martin (Majoring in Accounting)

Ashford, Ala.

Victoria Zlotea (Majoring in Biomedical Sciences) 

Dothan, Ala. 

Sarah Morgan (Majoring in Cybersecurity, minoring in Leadership Development and Digital Forensics)

Muscle Shoals, Ala.

Olivia Wiley (Majoring in Dance)

Tifton, Ga.

Camille Trochessett (Majoring gin Sport Management, minoring in Marketing)

Port St. Joe, Fla.  

Reagan Simmons (Majoring in Music Industry)

Anniston, Ala.

Bradley Smith (Majoring in Accounting, minoring in American Sign Language)

Marietta, Ga.

Jessica Hall (Majoring in Accounting) 

Hoover, Ala. 

Ashlyn Bennett (Majoring in Exercise Science-Pre Health Professions) 

Pinson, Ala.

Sarah Solz (Majoring in Biomedical Science)

Tallahassee, Fla.

Belle Johnson (Majoring in Broadcast Journalism)

Wetumpka, Ala. 

Katarina Agnew (Majoring in Music Industry) 

Huntsville, Ala. 

Allie Gallion (Majoring in Rehabilitation and Disability, minoring in Aba)

Midland City, Ala.

Breanna Waites (Majoring in Biomedical Sciences) 

Abingdon, Va. 

Anna-Marie Fulton (Majoring in Biomedical Science, minoring in Chemistry) 

Wilmer, Ala. 

Hannah Champion (Majoring in Interpreter Training Program)

Thomasville, Ala.

Katelyn McDaniel (Majoring in Biomedical Sciences)

Decatur, Ala.

Elizabeth Bennett (Majoring in Human Services, minoring in Applied Health Sciences)

Eufaula, Ala.

Maddie Giles (Majoring in Elementary Education)

Clanton, Ala.

Caleb Smith (Majoring in Risk Management and Insurance)

Hokes Bluff, Ala.

McKenzie Winslett (Majoring in Accounting)

Deatsville, Ala.

Heidi Jaet (Majoring in Interdisciplinary Studies)

Mobile, Ala.

Burnard Thomas (Majoring in Criminal)

Auburn, Ala.

Maggie Bryan (Majoring in Exercise Science)

Enterprise, Ala.

Nicholas O’Rourke (Majoring in Social Work)

Andalusia, Ala.

Lily Givens (Majoring in Hospitality, Tourism and Event Management) 

Prattville High School

Sarah Houston (Majoring in Psychology) 

Albany, Ga.

Lacy Gilliam (Majoring in Exercise Science-Nutrition)

Alpine, Ala. 

Hailey Alcathie (Majoring in Secondary Education: English Language Arts)

Daphne, Ala.

Maddox Hollon (Majoring in Secondary Education: English Language Arts)

Deatsville, Ala. 

Gracyn Black (Majoring in Global Business – Marketing)

Mountain Brook, Ala. 

Camryn Easterling (Majoring in Global Business – Marketing) 

Deatsville, Ala. 

Jacquelyn Jones (Majoring in Biomedical Sciences) 

Winston, Ga. 

Courtney Adams (Majoring in Nursing) 

Pensacola, Fla. 

Dawson Corwin (Majoring in Risk Management and Insurance) 

Montgomery, Ala. 

Brayden Varnado (Majoring in Biomedical Sciences) 

Athens, Ala. 

Judson Keel (Majoring in B.S. – Political Science – American Politics and Public Administration) 

Alexander City, Ala. 

Kelsie Williams (Majoring in Dance) 

Montgomery, Ala. 

Aubree Jones (Majoring in Biomedical Science)

Fort Mitchell, Ala. 

Hannah Grimes (Majoring in Nursing)

Enterprise, Ala. 

Camden Cummings (Majoring in Criminal Justice Accelerated Law)

Jemison, Ala. 

Isabella Brothers (Majoring in Elementary Education)

Prattville, Ala. 

Rachel Ruoss (Majoring in Nursing) 

Madison, Ala. 

Matilda Ziegler (Majoring in American History)

Shelby, NC

Jaden Stevenson (Majoring in Exercise Science – Pre Health)

Defuniak Springs, Fla. 

Sean Marts (Majoring in Political Science) 

Hope Hull, Ala. 

Emma Lincecum (Majoring in Rehabilitation and Disability Studies)

Mobile, Ala. 

Bryson Grimsley (Majoring in Music Education) 

Newville, Ala. 

Anna Riley (Majoring in Nursing)

Alexander City, Ala. 

Linsey Hicks (Majoring in Psychology) 

Andalusia, Ala. 

Tralyn Ball (Majoring in Business Marketing)

Pleasant Grove, Ala. 

Kayla Roberts (Majoring in Global Business Marketing) 

Eufaula, Ala. 

Peyton Moore (Majoring in Political Science) 

Altoona, Ala. 

Tra’nyia Chatman (Majoring in Social Work)

Talladega, Ala. 

Christina Keith (Majoring in Psychology) 

Sylacauga, Ala.