The phrase “treat everyone the way you want to be treated” is a universal concept that should be heeded by everyone, no matter the circumstance. In the face of anger and hostility, it can be easy to lose sight of the golden rule. No matter what the case, it is important to control rampant emotion… Continue reading Why kindness should be applied in all situations
Reality if DACA repealed
Take a moment and picture this scenario. Imagine being born in a country where you have limited resources and even the rich have poor living arrangements. Now imagine that after a few months or a few years of living there, you and your family move to a better country with more opportunities to have a… Continue reading Reality if DACA repealed
UTM football opens OVC play against Tennessee State
The UTM football squad will open OVC play this Saturday, Sept. 23 at 4 p.m. against the undefeated and in state foe Tennessee State University. UTM is coming off of a convincing win against sister school UT Chattanooga in which UTC didn’t lead once, and whose only score came in the third quarter. Quarterback Troy… Continue reading UTM football opens OVC play against Tennessee State
Intramural sports underway for fall semester at UTM
Intramural sports are kicking off this fall semester with sign-ups and informational meetings. Melinda Jennings, a senior math major, says intramurals have greatly increased her overall health and wellness. “It’s easy to let yourself get stressed out over homework and studying, but intramurals helps you focus on something different for just an hour. It lets… Continue reading Intramural sports underway for fall semester at UTM
Recent disasters may reference the second coming
With all of these natural disasters occurring such as hurricanes, forest fires, earthquakes and more, people are predicting and beginning to question whether it is the end of the world or if the second coming of Christ (also known as the rapture) is upon us. “Do I think it’s the end of the world? Absolutely… Continue reading Recent disasters may reference the second coming
Paul Meek Library exhibits changes
The Paul Meek Library has had numerous changes during the summer and this semester. Over the summer, the library incorporated a new library search engine: the EBSCO Discovery Search. This new search engine can search every book, journal, e-book, newspaper and database that the library has to offer, simultaneously, instead of having to search each… Continue reading Paul Meek Library exhibits changes
New Taylor Swift song and video full of messages
Taylor Swift, once feeling 22, now has transform into a dark, self-satirizing woman. Does this mark a new era of Taylor Swift or is she just clearing her mind of what she needs to say to all of her haters? If you have heard the song, she repeatedly sings “Look what you made me do”… Continue reading New Taylor Swift song and video full of messages
Big hearts make big and positive differences
In times of tragedy, it is easy to fall into the trap of helplessness. This is especially true in light of the current catastrophes unravelling across the country and across the globe. Hurricanes Harvey and Irma wreaked havoc on Texas and Florida, claiming lives and leaving many without a home. More destruction from hurricanes, Maria… Continue reading Big hearts make big and positive differences
New program to incentivize students to participate in events
On Sept. 13, John Abel, the Assistant Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, sent an email to the entire student body outlining the details of the new Leaders Credit Union Student Rewards Program. Leaders Credit Union will be sponsoring the awards and the awards banquet for the program which opened on Friday, Sept. 15. The rewards… Continue reading New program to incentivize students to participate in events
Decreased funding for recycling center
On the edge of campus across the street next to the motor pool parking lot sits the only recycling center for the community of Martin and its funding is decreasing. The UTM recycling center is open from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, and from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.… Continue reading Decreased funding for recycling center