UTM students spirits remained high despite the inclement weather. Ice and snow stuck to the ground from January 12th to the 17th was deemed unsafe for students to attend classes or administration to come into work. Administration made the decision January 17th that classes would begin again on January 18th but with some early morning… Continue reading UTM students’ spirits remained high despite inclement weather
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English professor ready for new role
Dr. John Glass III, assistant professor of Modern and Contemporary American Literature, will begin work in his new position as the director of the Honors Program during the spring 2018 semester. Glass said he applied for the job because of his enjoyment for the program and his desire to continue helping create a more cohesive… Continue reading English professor ready for new role
Interim director of equity, diversity gets permanent role
Beginning in January 2018, Joe Henderson’s position as Interim Director of Equity and Diversity/Title VI Coordinator/Title IX Coordinator will no longer be an interim role, but a permanent one. The Director of Equity and Diversity is responsible for making sure that the university is a safe and professional place for all faculty, staff and administration.… Continue reading Interim director of equity, diversity gets permanent role
Santa’s Village gives back to community
The 33rd Santa’s Village runs through Dec. 10 at the Ned McWherter Agricultural Pavilion at UTM. The Village is open from 6-9 tonight; from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Dec. 9; and from 1-5 p.m. Dec. 10. Attractions include the Enchanted Forest, MTD model train display, a petting farm, amusement rides, musical entertainment and visits… Continue reading Santa’s Village gives back to community
SGA passes concealed-carry bill: Gun vote contradicts results of referendum
Senate Resolution 1708, a resolution to allow students to lawfully carry concealed weapons at UTM passed through the SGA at the senate meeting on Thursday, Dec. 7, 2017. The resolution was an amended version, sponsored by Jade Bleskey, of Alex Joyner’s previous legislation, S.R. 1704. S.R. 1708 included changes to sections of the bill that… Continue reading SGA passes concealed-carry bill: Gun vote contradicts results of referendum
Empty Bowls event nearly doubles previous year’s donation
On Nov. 18, the UTM Fine Arts Building played host to the fourteenth annual Empty Bowls charity event. Empty Bowls was started by Professor David McBeth as a way to raise money for We-Care Ministries to help feed those in Martin that are unable afford food. Since October, McBeth and over 30 volunteers, at various… Continue reading Empty Bowls event nearly doubles previous year’s donation
Nov. 16 SGA Senate highlights
After several dramatic weeks within the student government, things were relatively quiet at senate Thursday night. With many senators absent because of other university obligations, the senators who were there had no conflict or debate in passing proposed legislation. This legislation included a resolution supporting the proposed new mission statement written by David Barber, which… Continue reading Nov. 16 SGA Senate highlights
Enrollment from Tennessee Promise affects housing
The Tennessee Promise Scholarship Act of 2014 was implemented to provide two years of tuition-free education at a community or technical college in Tennessee. The scholarship, which is meant to provide aid and enable more students to complete at least two years of higher education debt-free, has impacted enrollment at four-year institutions such as UTM.… Continue reading Enrollment from Tennessee Promise affects housing
The Pod: Unknown bookstore study space
The Atlantis of UTM, a little-known gem of a space which can be used for studying, group projects, meetings and more, lies conveniently within the bookstore of the UC. This resource is called the Pod. When students think of studying or doing homework, they automatically think of the library. There is no doubt the library… Continue reading The Pod: Unknown bookstore study space
Gerontology course hosts Cupcakes for Caregivers
UTM students enrolled in Gerontology 312: Caregiving in Late Life hosted Cupcakes for Caregivers from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Nov. 15 in the Paul Meek Library. The event was held partly in recognition of November being National Caregiver Month. Dr. William Dooley, the professor of Gerontology 312, required his students to complete a… Continue reading Gerontology course hosts Cupcakes for Caregivers