The second night of UTM’s spring rodeo included some excellent rides but also paid tribute to the UTM Rodeo teams’ late teammate, Wyatt Cole. Friday night of the rodeo, which is typically not the largest crowd, was standing-room only, with many fans sitting in the aisles. The energy in the Ned McWherter Ag Pavilion was… Continue reading 51st Annual UTM Rodeo: Friday
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51st Annual UTM Rodeo: Thursday
The 51st annual UTM Rodeo kicked off its whirlwind weekend Thursday, April 11, in the Ned Ray McWherter Agricultural Complex. UTM started by quickly dominating the bareback riding competition with rider Hunter Green solidifying 76 points. Green, a junior Communications major from Bastrop, Louisiana, is in second place overall in the conference, for this competition,… Continue reading 51st Annual UTM Rodeo: Thursday
Business dean set to resign
After six years as Dean of the College of Business and Global Affairs, Dr. Ross Dickens has announced his plan to resign. Following Dickens’ resignation, there is expected to be a one year interim dean, and then a search will be conducted for his permanent replacement. The Pacer spoke with Dickens about his decision to… Continue reading Business dean set to resign
Grant deadline April 18 for Reelfoot Lake research
UTM students who need financial help to conduct summer research involving Reelfoot Lake have until 5 p.m. Thursday, April 18, to apply for grant funding. Dr. Michael A. Gibson, UTM professor of Geology, said students from all disciplines – not just the natural sciences – are encouraged to apply for the grants. He added that… Continue reading Grant deadline April 18 for Reelfoot Lake research
Neuroscience minor introduced
UTM has introduced Neuroscience as a new minor for undergraduate students that will be available beginning in the 2019-20 academic year. Neuroscience is a multidisciplinary field that studies the workings of the nervous system from an anatomical, psychological, behavioral, cognitive and computational approach. The minor encompasses multiple majors, including Biology and Psychology, and will benefit… Continue reading Neuroscience minor introduced
New program to engage students
The freshman class of fall 2019 will be the inaugural class of the UTM ENGAGE Civic Initiative (Engage). Engage has a self-proclaimed mission to “promote the common good, democratic ideals, awareness, civic responsibility, diverse perspectives, free speech, fair play civility, service opportunities and environmental sustainability,” for UTM and the Martin community. The program will have… Continue reading New program to engage students
Women’s Center reopens in Paul Meek Library
The Verna B. Coleman Center for Women and Gender Equality, formerly known as the UTM Women’s Center, hosted its ribbon-cutting ceremony at 4 p.m. Monday, April 8, in its new location on the second floor of the Paul Meek Library. The Center was full of supporters and members of the Coleman family eager for the… Continue reading Women’s Center reopens in Paul Meek Library
Rodeo blood drive set April 9-10
It’s rodeo time in Martin, and it’s also time for the April blood drive at UTM. Lifeline Blood Services, which takes blood donations at UTM each fall and spring, will be located outside the Boling University Center from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Tuesday, April 9, and Wednesday, April 10. Blood drive registration tables, however,… Continue reading Rodeo blood drive set April 9-10
NPHC Greek Garden to UTM Campus
The Division of Student Affairs will be groundbreaking the National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) Greek Garden at Unity Circle at 3 p.m. on Wednesday, April 23. The NPHC is a collaborative organization of nine historically African-American, international Greek letter fraternities and sororities known as the “Divine Nine.” The NPHC Greek Garden will feature nine monuments recognizing… Continue reading NPHC Greek Garden to UTM Campus
Spring faculty meeting hears Boyd
UT System President Randy Boyd spoke at the annual spring faculty meeting on April 4. Boyd spoke to the audience regarding new initiatives for the UT System and took questions at the conclusion of his presentation. UTM Chancellor Dr. Keith Carver also presented to the faculty an update on the Strategic Plan. Boyd discussed the… Continue reading Spring faculty meeting hears Boyd