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Bass fishing team catches tough weather

The UTM Collegiate Bass Anglers Team (CBAT) did not let tough weather interfere with their competition on March 12 and 13 on Kentucky lake. Nine UTM students competed in the “Big Bass Splash,” sponsored by Cabela’s Collegiate Bass Fishing association. Out of the 450 people in attendance, UTM’s Dylan Fuller was able to place tenth overall, with his… Continue reading Bass fishing team catches tough weather

Students meet the candidates in the upcoming SGA election

The UTM Student Government Association hosted a “Meet The Candidates” forum in the University Center’s legislative chamber Monday evening. The event was scheduled to give students a chance to meet SGA candidates prior to this year’s elections, which will take place on Tuesday, April 5 from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. There are two political parties running… Continue reading Students meet the candidates in the upcoming SGA election

Dr. Key gives lecture on NASA technology and exploration

On Monday, March 21,  Dr. Andrew Keys spoke in Watkins Auditorium. His talk was titled “The Technology and Science of NASA’s Journey to Mars.” Dr. Keys is the Center Chief Technologist at NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, Alabama. Since May 2010, he has guided the center in defining and developing the latest technologies… Continue reading Dr. Key gives lecture on NASA technology and exploration

Tuition Stability Act may hurt UTM, says chancellor

On January 21, Tennessee State Senator Dolores Gresham proposed a new bill that directly affects college students attending public universities in Tennessee. The Tuition Stability Act is meant to address what Sen. Gresham reported as the 456% tuition raise at the university of Tennessee at Knoxville, the largest member of the UT school system. This… Continue reading Tuition Stability Act may hurt UTM, says chancellor

Thunderbolt Broadcasting hosts KYTN Country Music Festival 5K Run

Thunderbolt Broadcasting is hosting the first ever KYTN Country Music Festival 5k Run/Fun Mile benefiting the Good Samaritan Health and Wellness Center on Saturday, April 23. Registration will begin at 7 a.m. the day of the event, and the run will begin at 8 a.m. The advance entry fee for the 5K is $20 and must… Continue reading Thunderbolt Broadcasting hosts KYTN Country Music Festival 5K Run

UTM screens work of faculty Emmy winner

On Feb. 29, the Office of Minority Fairs and fraternity, Alpha Phi Alpha, sponsored a viewing of UTM communications instructor Henrietta Giles’ documentary, “Reflect, Reclaim, Rejoice: Preserving the Gift of Black Sacred Music” at 7 p.m. in the Gooch Hall Glen Gallien Auditorium. The United Methodist production was created when the religious group noticed the… Continue reading UTM screens work of faculty Emmy winner

SGA meeting highlights: February 25, 2016

The Student Government Association held its third Senate meeting of the semester on Thursday, February 25 at 9 p.m. The main topic of discussion for the night was the pending approval of the “Soar in Four” resolution, previously referred to as the “15 in 4” resolution. A vote was called to determine whether the transition… Continue reading SGA meeting highlights: February 25, 2016

UTM Civil Rights Conference addresses ongoing struggle for civil rights

UTM hosted the 16th annual Civil Rights Conference Feb. 13-20. The conference’s theme was Unfinished Business: The Continuing Struggle for Civil Rights in America. During the week, several events and displays were dedicated to the topic, including speeches, movies and art displays. Students and visitors were offered a fully-rounded view of the topic through these displays.… Continue reading UTM Civil Rights Conference addresses ongoing struggle for civil rights