Classes you didn’t know you needed

College students know all about “filler” classes; those taken to rack up a full schedule, or to count as an elective. However, filler classes don’t have to be a waste of time, in fact several classes at UTM could be considered essential for the future. There are classes like Event Planning (MKTG 377), Psychology of… Continue reading Classes you didn’t know you needed

Student Rec hires young leaders for fresh ideas

The Student Recreation Center (SRC) has added three new administrators to its staff, who all have ideas on how to improve the center and expand on the programs offered. Director of Campus Recreation, Chris Stachewicz plans to implement creative programming to engage students and to grow intramural sports. “One of the new programs that we’ve… Continue reading Student Rec hires young leaders for fresh ideas

Not all heroes wear capes

In a world desperately in need of a hero, Stan Lee didn’t wait for someone else to make a difference, he created his own. The founding father of the modern comic book and of American superheroes passed away Monday, Nov. 11, at the age of 95. Born Stanley Martin Lieber in 1922 in New York… Continue reading Not all heroes wear capes

It’s a great day to graduate, so do so

For seniors graduating this fall, there are a few things that need to be completed before walking across the stage. Students who wish to receive their diplomas are required to meet all of the academic and general requirements indicated in the University Catalog for their respective degrees. For transfer students, any coursework that has been… Continue reading It’s a great day to graduate, so do so

Operation Christmas Child has packing party success

Given that many find themselves in a charitable mood in this festive time of the year, the Operation Christmas Child packaging party, held on Tuesday, Nov. 13 in the UC Ballroom, offered an opportunity for students and faculty to log community service hours or merely offer a helping hand to a good cause. The annual… Continue reading Operation Christmas Child has packing party success

Lewter Chosen as VCSA

UTM has a new Vice Chancellor of Student Affairs after the resignation of Dr. Margaret Toston from the position in June. Starting Jan. 1, 2019,  Dr. Andy Lewter will be taking over the position from John Abel, who is the current interim vice chancellor. He will be leaving behind his previous position as Dean of… Continue reading Lewter Chosen as VCSA

Tattoos are art, not your job qualification

In 2018 there are a lot of things that workplaces are finding acceptable and not holding against future employees, but are tattoos still one of those few things that employers find unacceptable? There is roughly 42 percent of Americans with tattoos according to stapaw.com and tattoo popularity has grown 13 percent since 2007. About 76… Continue reading Tattoos are art, not your job qualification

Whether big or small, know your college

UTM is the smallest school in the UT system in both campus size and student body. Even though a degree from UTM will say “The University of Tennessee” just like a degree from Chattanooga or Knoxville, the experiences students have over four years will differ greatly whether they’re a Moc, Vol or Skyhawk. Martin is… Continue reading Whether big or small, know your college

Is Vaping the Safe Alternative?

Ever since the publication of the Surgeon General’s report on cigarettes in the 1960s, America has been fighting a protracted war for the hearts and minds of millions of smokers to turn them away from tobacco use. The adverse health effects of smoking cigarettes are now unquestionable and the government’s efforts to curb the smoking… Continue reading Is Vaping the Safe Alternative?