On Friday evening, Governor Bill Lee signed SB9014/HB9077, which precludes state entities from having mask or vaccine mandates unless exempted from the law by the State Comptroller when federal funding is at risk. Accordingly, we are lifting mask requirements across the UT System effective immediately. The University of Tennessee System has applied for an exemption to allow… Continue reading Mask mandate lifted
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CWD in Northwest Tennessee
Deer hunters in Northwest Tennessee are encountering some new restrictions this deer season. Recently, a 3.5-year-old doe discovered in Henry County, Tennessee was positive for Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD). This sobering news has raised many questions from local hunters and wildlife officials. CWD is a progressive, fatal disease of the nervous system found in members… Continue reading CWD in Northwest Tennessee
UT System President Randy Boyd Speaks to UTM class
UT System President Randy Boyd visited UT Martin Tuesday, October 26, 2021. Boyd spoke to Dr. Carrie Humphrey’s International Law and Organizations class about his international business experiences and offered insights on the future of higher education across UT campuses. A variety of topics were covered ranging from vaccine mandates to how domestic and international… Continue reading UT System President Randy Boyd Speaks to UTM class
Dyersburg First Presbyterian Church Fall Decorations
Reelfoot Pelican Festival and Bald Eagle Release
University of Tennessee System extends income level for UT Promise
The University of Tennessee System announced plans to extend the household income level for UT Promise scholarship recipients from $50,000 to $60,000. The announcement was made during the morning session of the Education, Research and Service Committee meeting, held in conjunction with UT’s Board of Trustees fall meetings. “Increases in investments to the UT Promise… Continue reading University of Tennessee System extends income level for UT Promise
UTM hosts Be The Match Donor Event
UT Martin is partnering with Be The Match Registry and hosting a donor drive to help raise awareness and funds for over 28 million Americans diagnosed with cancer each year. The registration drive will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., October 11-14, outside the University Center on campus. The Be The Match Registry… Continue reading UTM hosts Be The Match Donor Event
Find your fall decorations at local growers
With fall in full swing, many people seem to be feeling festive and are working on fall decorations. While there are many retailers you can purchase fall decorations from around Weakley County, the following options are places that feature locally grown pumpkins and other items. Parham Pumpkins is located on Jewell Store Road just east… Continue reading Find your fall decorations at local growers
UTM history preserved in time capsules
As the leaves change color and the temperature drops, more students may find themselves spending more time outside in the Quad. In the center of the Quad is the “Centennial Court,” but what you might not know is that at the middle under a marker is a 20-year-old time capsule. The time capsule was buried… Continue reading UTM history preserved in time capsules