Superstar country artist Carrie Underwood was sued over the song “Something in the Water.” According to The Tennessean, Underwood was sued in federal court last week by two Canadian songwriters. The songwriters, Ron McNeill and Georgia Lyons, claimed that their song of the same name was pitched to Mark Bright, Underwood’s producer, back in 2014.… Continue reading Carrie Underwood sued in federal court over hit song
Nursing department continues annual trend of NCLEX success
The UTM nursing department is one of the hidden gems of West Tennessee, making headlines in the area for the past four years. According to the Memphis Business Journal, in 2013 the West Tennessee Healthcare Foundation committed $1 million to the nursing branch of the UTM Parsons Center. Since that time, the department has made… Continue reading Nursing department continues annual trend of NCLEX success
Creative Corner: Mason Parker
Mason Parker, a sophomore vocal music education major from Union City Tennessee, may be a twin but his music is most definitely one of a kind. When Parker first came to UTM his initial intent was to major in physical therapy, but after a year he decided that his love for music was a love… Continue reading Creative Corner: Mason Parker
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, claims 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
Paul Meek Library exhibit showcases life of American farmers
American Farmers, The Heart of Our Country is an exhibit in the Paul Meek library of roughly 30 large photographs out of Paul Mobley’s book of the same name as the exhibit. It was photographed to showcase the American farmer, their pride in their work and the hard life they live as farmers. The exhibit… Continue reading Paul Meek Library exhibit showcases life of American farmers
UTM travel study offers a journey through the Cold War
Next spring, a unique travel opportunity is being offered for students at UTM: a trip into the past. In May 2018, the professors and a group of students will set out to Eastern Europe to delve into the cold-shoulder history between the U.S. and Russia. “This travel study and the accompanying course will explore the… Continue reading UTM travel study offers a journey through the Cold War
Sept. 21 SGA Senate highlights
The Student Government Association is well on their way to filling all of the empty senator seats and increasing retention among students, as of their second senate meeting on Thursday, Sept. 21. SGA accepted the appointment of seven new senators, two senators-at-large, a justice, the athletic liaison and the speaker of the senate. There were… Continue reading Sept. 21 SGA Senate highlights
Politicap 9/5/17- 9/18/17
9/5 Trump tweets that he will be allowing South Korea and Japan to increase the quantity of military equipment purchased from the U.S. government after the latest North Korean missile tests. 9/6 President Trump announces that his administration will rescind DACA but with a six-month delay, thus giving Congress until March to find a solution for all sides.… Continue reading Politicap 9/5/17- 9/18/17
New details and suspects revealed in Holly Bobo trial
The trial is ongoing in the murder case of 20 year-old nursing student Holly Bobo. Bobo disappeared in April 2011 and with her remains were found in Decatur County in 2014. This case has been one of the most exhaustive and expensive investigations in the history of the state of Tennessee, as mentioned by defense… Continue reading New details and suspects revealed in Holly Bobo trial
Annual Blood Battle tops last year’s donations
The 23rd annual UTM Blood Battle topped the September 2016 blood donation total, but fell short of this year’s 400-unit goal. Danelle Fabianich, coordinator of campus blood drives, said that the campus saw 460 donors and drew 325 units of blood, which is 16 units more than last year. “Thank you to everyone who helped to make… Continue reading Annual Blood Battle tops last year’s donations