Troy Shut Off Professor’s Email After He Contacted State Officials

<span>Troy Shut Off Professor’s Email After He Contacted State Officials</span>

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<span><span>Emma Whitford</span></span>

<span><time datetime="2026-08-17T03:00:00-04:00" title="Monday, August 17, 2026 - 03:00 AM">Mon, 08/17/2026 - 03:00 AM</time>
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<p><span>Micah Swartz has also received two written disciplinary warnings since he sent a letter to Alabama lawmakers outlining his concerns about an ongoing state syllabi review.</span></p>
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