On Saturday, October 8, 2011, Meagan Meketi, Chi Omega representative, was crowned Homecoming queen. As she was crowned, her Chi Omega sisters erupted with applause. Meketi said that the main reason that she wanted to be queen was for Chi Omega. “I ran for homecoming because I was nominated for it. I am Mrs. UTM,… Continue reading Chi Omega crowned Homecoming queen
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Review: Local musician entertains at Looking Glass
On Friday, September 13, 2011, local musician Lizzy Cox performed at the Looking Glass, giving listeners a refreshing sound to accompany their coffee and conversation. The music lineup was a diverse mesh of Cox’ original songs, such as “Magic Water” and “Unbelieving,” and country and classic rock artists, such as Journey, Guns and Roses and Miranda Lambert.… Continue reading Review: Local musician entertains at Looking Glass
Recycle Barn receives new roof
This past summer, the UTM Recycle Barn got a new roof, acquired through financial aid of the administration. Dennis Kosta, head of the recycling program at UTM, said that the Recycle Barn has worked for this roof for two years, and this summer, the roof was finally installed. “[The roof] was needed. It was leaking in the Recycling Barn,… Continue reading Recycle Barn receives new roof
Jackson campus to reopen soon
UTM will be reopening its center in Jackson on Tuesday, Oct. 11. The Jackson Center will give more students the chance to get a more convenient education by giving them the opportunity to earn degrees in Bachelor of University Studies, Bachelor in Social Work and Master’s in Education. The building will be located at 3031… Continue reading Jackson campus to reopen soon
9:09 does not disappoint
Laughs filled the Watkins Auditorium on Thursday, Sept. 29 due to the comedy styling of Ronnie Jordan. Ronnie Jordan, an Atlanta native, was the featured comedian at the Student Activities Council’s 9:09 comedy series. Students had nothing but overwhelming things to say about the life-mocking comedian. “The show was amazing! I had a great time… Continue reading 9:09 does not disappoint
Student Health preps for flu season
Student Health has prepared for the upcoming flu season by offering flu shots for only $20. The flu shots can only be purchased with Skyhawk Silver money, since Student Health no longer accepts cash. Students without insurance don’t need to worry. Student Health doesn’t accept any form of insurance, because the only requirement is that… Continue reading Student Health preps for flu season
UTM hosts annual Skyhawk Marching Band Invitational
On September 17, the Skyhawk Marching Band Invitational (SMBI) took place from 2:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., giving high schools the chance to perform on the UTM campus. “One of the main purposes of SMBI is to give marching bands the opportunity to compete. It gives high school bands a good time, coming and seeing what other bands do,” said Elaine Harriss, UTM Music… Continue reading UTM hosts annual Skyhawk Marching Band Invitational
Review: Demi Lovato is ‘Unbroken’
When many people think of Demi Lovato, maybe they think of a pretty face, or Disney Channel, or of a strong voice. But, the story goes much deeper. Lovato recently recovered from bulimia, anorexia, self-mutilation and bipolar disorder. Last fall, all appeared to be going well for the beautiful vocalist. However, her world was shaking, and she… Continue reading Review: Demi Lovato is ‘Unbroken’
Refuge Martin reaches out for students
Refuge Martin is a fairly new student organization on the UT Martin campus. Refuge is an uncut Bible study held in Martin every Thursday at the University of Tennessee at Martin campus. Each week the organization gets into depth teachings of faith and how to live a maximized life in Christ Jesus. The Bible studies… Continue reading Refuge Martin reaches out for students
A celebration of desegregation
While UTM is looking forward to the future, it took a moment last week to reflect on its past. On Sept. 15, 2011, UTM celebrated the 50th anniversary of the first African-American students to enroll on and graduate from this campus, beginning the fall of 1961 with Jessie Lou Arnold Pryor and culminating in 1964… Continue reading A celebration of desegregation