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There are a few changes coming to Troy University this fall, starting with the launch of the new College of Science and Engineering.

The university said it will be advancing its commitment to research and innovation with the launch of the new college along with a new electrical and electronics engineering degree program.

Keep reading to learn more about the upcoming changes.

College of Science and Engineering

The College of Science and Engineering is replacing the former College of Arts and Sciences. It will focus exclusively on STEM-related fields, including:

Biological and environmental sciences
Chemistry
Physics
Computer science
Geospatial informatics
Mathematics + statistics

“This new focus on STEM disciplines and research underscores our commitment to fostering innovation, discovery and progress in fields that are driving the world forward. Employment in STEM related jobs is growing at twice the rate of non-stem areas; we must provide relevant academic programs for students as we respond to the employment needs of the community.”
Dr. Jack Hawkins, Jr., Troy University Chancellor

On March 14, the Alabama Commission on Higher Education approved the addition of the Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Electronics Engineering (BSEEE). This new program will provide a curriculum that integrates theory, hands-on learning and industry-driven innovation.

The degree is designed to meet specialized accreditation requirements in the field of engineering and will provide students with the opportunity to pursue internships and gain practical experience through two capstone courses. The University plans to develop five new courses for the program, which will replace existing Electronics Engineering Technology courses.

The program is welcoming students for Fall 2025.

University reorganization

The creation of the College of Science and Engineering is part of a broader plan for the University’s college structure.

Programs that were previously part of the College of Arts and Sciences will be reassigned including:

History
Philosophy
Anthropology
Sociology
Criminology
Political science
Army and Air Force ROTC programs

The College of Communication and Fine Arts will be renamed the College of Arts and Humanities and will absorb the Department of History and Philosophy.

The College of Education will become the College of Education and Behavioral Sciences and will take on the Department of Anthropology, Sociology and Criminology, the Department of Political Science and both the Army and Air Force ROTC programs.

“This reorganization is about strategically aligning our programs to best serve the needs of our students and the evolving demands of the world. By redistributing these departments, we are strengthening our commitment to academic excellence and ensuring that each discipline has the support and focus it deserves for continued success.”
Dr. Kerry Palmer, Senior Vice Chancellor of Academic Affair

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