Multiple news sources have confirmed that actress Carrie Fisher, 60, died Tuesday morning. Simon Halls, the family’s spokesman, released a statement on behalf of Fisher’s daughter, Billie Lourd, confirming Fisher’s death. “She was loved by the world and she will be missed profoundly,” said Halls in the statement. Fisher had been hospitalized following an incident… Continue reading Carrie Fisher, 60, dies following heart attack
Explore Alola in Pokemon Sun and Moon
After what seemed like forever, the Pokémon world has taken players on an adventure unlike ever before. Pokémon Sun and Moon was released to North America on November 18 to anxiously awaiting fans. So far, the reception is widely positive. The games take the player to Alola, the newest region of the Pokémon world that is comprised of several islands.… Continue reading Explore Alola in Pokemon Sun and Moon
Don’t take ADHD medication from people who need it
You don’t remember the last time you slept more than three consecutive hours, your hair is almost as much of a mess as your room and you feel a bond to group project members similar to a pirate captain and his sinking ship; you know it’s going down, but at least you’re going down together.… Continue reading Don’t take ADHD medication from people who need it
Pixar to release new Toy Story and The Incredibles
Toy Story and The Incredibles, two of Pixar’s biggest and most beloved movies, are making a comeback. The fourth installment of the Toy Story franchise will be released on June 21, 2019. Toy Story 4 is now in the pre-production stage. Most of the old cast has been confirmed to return, including Annie Potts, who voiced Bo Peep in Toy Story and Toy… Continue reading Pixar to release new Toy Story and The Incredibles
Editorial: It’s the most wonderful time of the semester
The Pacer would like to wish every student, faculty and staff member a happy holiday season. This year has been a whirlwind, to say the least. With many celebrity and role model deaths, the 2016 election season and several natural disasters, the one opinion we can all agree on is that we hope this year never… Continue reading Editorial: It’s the most wonderful time of the semester
Tips for avoiding a final exam flameout
It is almost finals week at UTM, and for many of us that means late nights, venti-size coffees and a dwindling bank account with pending transactions at Domino’s. However, any season is a good season to create change for the better, so use this semester’s finals to approach life the healthy way and still combat… Continue reading Tips for avoiding a final exam flameout
Holiday season is more than ‘Merry Christmas’
As we approach the holidays, there is sure to be some controversy over whether one is to say “Happy Holidays” or “Merry Christmas.” Throughout this holiday season, there will be much debate over which phrase is more correct to use when greeting someone or simply wishing them a good holiday. The end of the year… Continue reading Holiday season is more than ‘Merry Christmas’
East Tennessee devastated by fire, needs assistance
Crews made “significant progress” in their search for any survivors in the rubble of wildfires that torched hundreds of homes and businesses near the Great Smoky Mountains, officials said Thursday. The latest official death toll reports seven people dead as a result of the fires. Authorities set up a hotline for people to report missing… Continue reading East Tennessee devastated by fire, needs assistance
On his departure, chancellor shares vision of students
Interim Chancellor Dr. Robert Smith is a man with the common vision of the students he has been serving at UT Martin for the last 19 months. As Smith took on the multi-dimensions of being Skyhawk Chancellor, it became apparent to all those he encountered that he had a gift. Taking on the role of… Continue reading On his departure, chancellor shares vision of students
Local philanthropist makes mark on UTM
Nestled among the UT Memphis Dental Clinic on 201 West Main Street, Suite E, in Union City, Tennessee, sits Bill Latimer Investments Inc. Inside this office works William H. Latimer III, the namesake of UT Martin’s new upcoming STEM building. The naming of the Latimer Engineering and Science Building was approved by the UT Board of… Continue reading Local philanthropist makes mark on UTM