UTM’s Collegiate FFA has claimed the Top Chapter award for the ninth time in 11 years at the Tennessee FFA Alumni Convention in Montgomery Bell State Park. With two 3rd place finishes, one 2nd place finish and an impressive seven 1st place finishes, UTM stole the show at the awards banquet held on Feb. 21. The only other school… Continue reading UTM’s FFA wins Top Chapter
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Womens Speaker Series addresses foreign gender customs
Part of the Women’s Speaker Series through the UTM Women’s Center was held yesterday at 12:20 p.m. in Room 322, Gooch Hall. This speaker series was a women’s studies student panel, and a panel of students here at UTM led the session. A video started the event, and it was called “The 3 deadliest words in… Continue reading Womens Speaker Series addresses foreign gender customs
Peggy and Murray Schwartz bring dance lecture to UTM
At 7:30 p.m. last night in Watkins Auditorium, Peggy Schwartz and her husband, Murray Schwartz, hosted a dance history lecture as part of the UTM Academic Speaker Series. During this dance history presentation, they discussed the life of their dear friend Pearl Primus who was a very big influence in African culture and African dance.… Continue reading Peggy and Murray Schwartz bring dance lecture to UTM
Car found crashed outside UC, driver charged with DUI
Anthony Kelly, 24, has been charged with driving under the influence and resisting arrest. UTM Police received a phone call around 5:50 a.m. on March 14 stating that a vehicle had been driven down the steps off the patio at the University Center, according to a police report. The report read that the witness reported… Continue reading Car found crashed outside UC, driver charged with DUI
Sodexo food service company pledges better meals
WASHINGTON (AP) — One of the nation’s largest food service companies is making a series of changes in support of Michelle Obama’s anti-childhood obesity initiative. Sodexo says it will add more nutritious options to its vending and K-12 lunchroom programs. It will also offer a healthier children’s meal at museums, aquariums and other recreational venues… Continue reading Sodexo food service company pledges better meals
Zachary Adams charged with methamphetmine in jail
Zachary Adams, who was indicted last week in the Holly Bobo disappearance, has been charged with meth possession in jail. After Adams was transferred from Decatur County Jail to Chester County Jail on March 1, meth was found in his possession. Illana Tate, TBI spokeswoman, confirmed that Zachary Adams had been charged with both possession… Continue reading Zachary Adams charged with methamphetmine in jail
UTM student selected as TISL Media Director
The Media Nominating Committee of Tennessee Intercollegiate State Legislature has selected Mary Jean Hall of UTM to serve as TISL Media Director for the 45th General Assembly. Hall has been involved with the Tennessee Intercollegiate State Legislature for the past three years. She has been involved with the media program during the past two years… Continue reading UTM student selected as TISL Media Director
What to expect when applying to graduate school
For many students, graduate school is the next logical step following the completion of their undergraduate degree. However, some students have no idea where to start when it comes to planning for their future in academia. While not all students will embark on the adventure to further their education, some will. For those who have… Continue reading What to expect when applying to graduate school
Women’s History Month holds several events for UTM students and faculty
Since 1987, March has been nationally recognized as Women’s History Month, a month dedicated to the recognition of the accomplishments of American women past and present. As always, UTM, along with the rest of the Martin area, will be taking part in several different events throughout the month to commemorate the 27th anniversary of Women’s… Continue reading Women’s History Month holds several events for UTM students and faculty
Student Government applications released; due Friday
The 2014 Student Government Association Election packets have been released and are due this Friday. Students who wish to take an active role in SGA are encouraged to pick up an application and apply. Depending on the level of involvement that students would like to input, there are many roles that are open. SGA Elections… Continue reading Student Government applications released; due Friday