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Mrs. Dr. Carver- the woman behind the man

The smell of fresh-baked cookies wafting through a back door greets the myriad days with relaxation and comfort. That door has been flung open at the hands of two busy boys, Jack Thomas, 16, and Britton, 12; a college freshman, Carson; and a workaholic university chancellor, our very own Keith. The smell is of home,… Continue reading Mrs. Dr. Carver- the woman behind the man

Sodexo offers allergy-friendly home-cooked meals

It’s your senior year of high school and you’re about to make the biggest decision of your life thus far. You’re about to pick which college you want to attend for the next four years. As you start looking into colleges, you realize that your diet will no longer consist of home-cooked meals from your… Continue reading Sodexo offers allergy-friendly home-cooked meals

It’s a family affair: Second annual Family Weekend at UTM

This past weekend, Sept. 14-16, UTM hosted the second annual Family Weekend for students and their families. Family Weekend gives students a chance to experience UTM and the community of Martin with their family members.  The event features food trucks, the Bowtie 5K, Donuts with the Deans, a UTM football game, a drive-in movie, brunch… Continue reading It’s a family affair: Second annual Family Weekend at UTM

New VCAA settling in at UTM

When you picture an administrator’s office you probably picture dark cherry wood, miles of book case shelves filled with anthologies and collections of intense reading, dark curtains pulled shut, a crowded and paper-filled desk and a leather couch that looks as though its cushions have never seen a Sunday afternoon nap. This image is not… Continue reading New VCAA settling in at UTM

Dreaming over seas

Ever since I was a kid, I have always dreamed of traveling the world, seeing the sights, tasting the food, exploring new lands and new cultures. I used to sit in my third grade class, spin my teacher’s globe and imagine myself in far off adventures across the oceans. Recently, that dream became a reality.… Continue reading Dreaming over seas

The joy of scuba: a whole new (and blue) world

UTM is more than a thriving academic institution. Who says college has to be boring? For Zachary Bruketta and Jacob Owen, deep adventure awaits beyond these hallowed halls. UTM graduate Zachary Bruketta from Trenton, Tennessee, and UTM senior Jacob Owen from McKenzie, Tennessee, are two of several students who have taken initiative to broaden their… Continue reading The joy of scuba: a whole new (and blue) world

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A living history encyclopedia: David Coffey

The distinct sound of cowboy boots resounds against the tile floor of the Humanities building hallways, carrying with them a beloved and revered professor of UTM: Dr. David Coffey. “What’s on your mind today, folks?” he asks as he enters the classroom, preparing for his history lecture. Coffey is dedicated to his students, a man… Continue reading A living history encyclopedia: David Coffey

Swarm patrol captain bee-lieves in saving the bees

“BUZZ. BUZZ. BUZZ.” Eric Braselton’s mind is already humming as he sleepily wakes up to the sound of his cell phone. The voice on the other end greets him hurriedly, “Hello, is this Eric Braselton? I have a swarm at my house that I was wondering if you could get. … Also, do you have… Continue reading Swarm patrol captain bee-lieves in saving the bees

Weakley County mayor: Bynum bringing new life

County mayor Jake Bynum, is bringing new vigor to the Weakley County area. Jake Bynum is the youngest county mayor in the history of Weakley County. Following in the footsteps of the second-oldest mayor in the county’s history, Jake Bynum came prepared to re-energize the area. Born and raised in Dresden, Jake Bynum has lived… Continue reading Weakley County mayor: Bynum bringing new life