No-Shave November kicked off on Nov. 1 at UTM with a clean-shaven start. Throughout the month of November, the Office of Student Life and Multicultural Affairs is hosting a series of events confronting stigmas and stereotypes surrounding men and mental health. So far, 16 male students have signed up for the month-long challenge of growing… Continue reading No shaving for men’s wellness
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UTM Sigma Alpha Epsilon chapter placed on interim suspension
The Tennessee Tau chapter of Sigma Alpha Epsilon at the University of Tennessee at Martin was placed on interim suspension Nov. 1 by the university’s Office of Student Conduct. The university’s investigation continues into possible hazing and other violations. The Sigma Alpha Epsilon national fraternity earlier ordered the immediate suspension of chapter operations until its… Continue reading UTM Sigma Alpha Epsilon chapter placed on interim suspension
Meet the candidates
With mid-term elections coming up Nov. 6, here are things you need to know about Tennessee candidates for governor and U.S. Senate. Information about all of the candidates was pulled from www.tennessean.com. Governor Karl Dean- Democratic candidate Education: “We need to pay our teachers more by making education a priority in the budget every year. I’ve… Continue reading Meet the candidates
Campus construction conundrum continues
Ask any student at UTM if they have noticed construction on campus and they will give you a resounding “yes”, followed by some grumbling. Like most growing universities, UTM is constantly upgrading and improving the facilities on campus. To get to the root of the issue and answer questions for students, The Pacer sat down with Chancellor… Continue reading Campus construction conundrum continues
Sustainability Center supports student values
Students’ $5 Green Fee is being put toward the development and growth of the UTM Sustainability Center. The fee was implemented for the fall semester after 75 percent of students polled said they would support one. It ended up establishing the effort that acts as a support body for sustainability at UTM. The UTM Sustainability… Continue reading Sustainability Center supports student values
Phi Sigma Kappa returns to UTM
The Tau Tetarton chapter of Phi Sigma Kappa is returning to UTM after disbanding in 2016. Phi Sigma Kappa was the first fraternity at UTM, with their charter being granted in 1960 and lasting until 2016. Phi Sigma Kappa was founded at the University of Massachusetts in 1873 for the purpose of creating a society… Continue reading Phi Sigma Kappa returns to UTM
Bynum, Latimer, Parson to receive 2018 homecoming awards
Alex Bynum, of Dresden; William Latimer III, of Union City; and Tonya Parson, of Memphis, will be honored with University of Tennessee at Martin Alumni Awards during homecoming festivities Oct. 27. The awards will be presented during the annual Chancellor’s Brunch and Alumni Awards Program beginning at 9 a.m. in the Paul Meek Library. This… Continue reading Bynum, Latimer, Parson to receive 2018 homecoming awards
Voter registration deadline coming up
Oct. 9 – Tuesday – is the last day to register to vote in the 2018 midterm elections. Given that county election commission offices likely are closed on weekends, that gives would-be voters only a couple of days next week to register in person. Tennessee does provide an online voter registration process, an option suited… Continue reading Voter registration deadline coming up
Student Affairs: Who will be chosen?
Candidates complete open forum The open forums are complete for the position of UTM vice chancellor for Student Affairs, and the recommendation now rests with the search committee. Dr. Todd Winters, committee chair and dean of the College of Agriculture, Geosciences and Natural Resources, said the committee would submit its recommendation on Thursday, Oct.… Continue reading Student Affairs: Who will be chosen?
Administrators named to inaugural UT Executive Leadership Institute
UTM administrators Dr. Charley Deal, special advisor to the chancellor, and Petra McPhearson, vice chancellor for finance and administration, are two of 18 members of the inaugural class in the University of Tennessee Executive Leadership Institute. Deal became special advisor to the UT Martin chancellor in spring of this year after serving as associate vice… Continue reading Administrators named to inaugural UT Executive Leadership Institute