Computer Science gets ABET accreditation

The Computer Science program has earned its independent accreditation from the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET after years of preparation. Accreditation through ABET insures the standard for computing, applied and natural science and engineering and engineering technology programs around the world. “We’ve been building these efforts for so many years,” said Dr. Joshua Guerin, interim… Continue reading Computer Science gets ABET accreditation

Carver, Toston hear student concerns in first listening session

The rule in Margaret Toston’s office is to, “Never send a student away,” and after the first listening session of the semester, that motto seems to run true for all administrators at UTM. Toston is the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, meaning she works directly with Chancellor Keith Carver to ensure that students are happy… Continue reading Carver, Toston hear student concerns in first listening session

Week of events set to alleviate career fears

The UTM Career Planning and Development Office will be holding a Career Exploration Week during the week of Oct. 30. Career Planning and Development career counselor Melanie Young said that the goal of Career Exploration Week is for people to understand what career exploration really is. “It’s a great tool for those who are majoring… Continue reading Week of events set to alleviate career fears

Green fee and graduation accessories discussed at SGA meeting

On Thursday, Oct. 5, the Student Government Association held their third senate meeting of the semester. This meeting proceeded like most do with executive reports, advisor reports and committee reports. No old business was brought to the table but new business included two bills. A resolution to have non-academic stoles, cords and pins at graduation;… Continue reading Green fee and graduation accessories discussed at SGA meeting

Quad City traditions continue bringing UTM and community together

UTM hosted the 14th annual Quad City on Saturday, Oct. 7, 2017, with Captain of the Caribbean as the theme. The Canned Sculpture contest is one of the annual homecoming events. This a chance for groups to receive donations of canned foods and use their best abilities to create a sculpture for a chance to… Continue reading Quad City traditions continue bringing UTM and community together

Saudi students celebrate 87th National Day

The UTM Saudi Students Association celebrated the 87th National Day of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia on Saturday, Sept.  23, in the U.C. ballroom. Guests were taught about Saudi Arabian culture and greeted with Arabic coffee and dates. UTM faculty, staff and students were in attendance. The ceremony began with words from the Quran, followed… Continue reading Saudi students celebrate 87th National Day

Operation Christmas Child is now underway

UTM Collegiate 4-H is asking for donations for Operation Christmas Child. Operation Christmas Child is a ministry service project sponsored by Samaritan’s Purse that provides children in Southeast Asia and the South Pacific with toys and necessities for Christmas. The shoe boxes are packed for boys and girls in the following age categories: 2-4, 5-9… Continue reading Operation Christmas Child is now underway

Library creates textbook reserve

It is no secret that textbooks are expensive but necessary for college, however, many college students cannot always afford the price tag that is attached. Behind the main circulation desk of the library, librarians Janie Crews-Jones and Linda Martin operate the reserves, a collection of textbooks from dozens of departments all over the campus, dedicated… Continue reading Library creates textbook reserve

Student advisory council to serve health needs of students

Recent health uproar has triggered the coalition of UTM and students in forming the Healthy Hawk Association coalition. The Healthy Hawk Student Advisory Council is sponsored by The Healthy Campus Coalition and Student Health and Counseling Services. The council acts as a liaison between Student Health and Counseling Services (SHCS), The Healthy Hawks Coalition and… Continue reading Student advisory council to serve health needs of students