In preparation for the start of the new academic year, Chancellor Keith Carver hosted the 2018 fall faculty meeting Tuesday, Aug. 21, in Watkins Auditorium. After the introduction of 27 new faculty and staff members, Carver spoke to the room. He addressed his goals for the academic year and discussed the implementation of the Strategic… Continue reading The sun is rising on UTM
SGA president welcomes students
Dear Skyhawks, My name is Devin Majors and I am the President of the UTM Student Government Association (SGA). I am excited to welcome you all to the University of Tennessee at Martin. I hope that everyone has had a great summer and is ready to begin a productive school year. SGA is a student-led… Continue reading SGA president welcomes students
New VCAA settling in at UTM
When you picture an administrator’s office you probably picture dark cherry wood, miles of book case shelves filled with anthologies and collections of intense reading, dark curtains pulled shut, a crowded and paper-filled desk and a leather couch that looks as though its cushions have never seen a Sunday afternoon nap. This image is not… Continue reading New VCAA settling in at UTM
Dreaming over seas
Ever since I was a kid, I have always dreamed of traveling the world, seeing the sights, tasting the food, exploring new lands and new cultures. I used to sit in my third grade class, spin my teacher’s globe and imagine myself in far off adventures across the oceans. Recently, that dream became a reality.… Continue reading Dreaming over seas
Senior Farewell: Ashton Priest
I honestly thought I wouldn’t make it to this point. Over the past four years, it seemed like I would never make it to the final two weeks of my second senior semester. I went to class, went on adventures on and off campus and basically lived life. It wasn’t until the past two weeks… Continue reading Senior Farewell: Ashton Priest
The destructive effects of echo chambers on society
Many people dislike it, but accepting criticism is a healthy way of going about life. If you were to do a poor job, criticism should be the result of that. Mistakes and wrong decisions in general often warrant criticism. This is just stating the obvious, but many people seem to avoid having critical voices around… Continue reading The destructive effects of echo chambers on society
The joy of scuba: a whole new (and blue) world
UTM is more than a thriving academic institution. Who says college has to be boring? For Zachary Bruketta and Jacob Owen, deep adventure awaits beyond these hallowed halls. UTM graduate Zachary Bruketta from Trenton, Tennessee, and UTM senior Jacob Owen from McKenzie, Tennessee, are two of several students who have taken initiative to broaden their… Continue reading The joy of scuba: a whole new (and blue) world
Senior farewell: Vowing to continue success
Reflecting on my last four years of undergraduate studies, I continue to learn that I can still be successful as a non-traditional student although I had some previous barricades towards my success. Before coming to UTM, I have followed politics in the past fifteen years out of high school. I was often outraged when I… Continue reading Senior farewell: Vowing to continue success
Could popular ’80s movie Gremlins get a reboot?
Chris Columbus, writer of the original Gremlins, confirmed that the next installment of the Gremlins franchise will be a reboot. In an interview with Metro US, while discussing the possibilities of a Goonies sequel, Columbus stated, “Gremlins we are actively talking about that. So that’s what I’m working on with my production company 1492 Pictures.… Continue reading Could popular ’80s movie Gremlins get a reboot?
DC Comic’s Blackhawk Film to be Developed by Steven Spielberg
Warner Bros. studio announced that they will be reteaming with Steven Spielberg to develop DC Comic’s Blackhawk as a potential directing vehicle for Spielberg. The film will also have Spielberg work with frequent collaborator David Koepp, writer of Jurassic Park and Spider-Man. The acclaimed director will also produce the film with his production company Amblin… Continue reading DC Comic’s Blackhawk Film to be Developed by Steven Spielberg