In 1962, at the Marquee Club in London, England, five musicians came together on stage to perform what would be the first show of an up and coming band known as The Rolling Stones. One year later, the band put our their debut single, a cover of Chuck Berry’s “Come on.” Over the next year… Continue reading The Rolling Stones contribute more than just music
Visual and Theatre Arts prepare final performances
As the end of the school year approaches, the Department of Visual and Theatre Arts has several final performances in theatre, art and dance. The first event is currently ongoing. It is the VTA Student Art Exhibition, which opened Tuesday, April 1. The exhibition will be on display until April 25 in the Art Gallery.… Continue reading Visual and Theatre Arts prepare final performances
Parents’ roles make difference with college students
College students come from all different kinds of homes. Some come from homes where parents are like the students’ best friends, while other college students come from homes with parents who are hoverers. They never let the student leave their side without knowing exactly what they are doing and exactly who they are going to… Continue reading Parents’ roles make difference with college students
Burcham Family Travels
Burcham Family Travels
Couple dedicates life to helping others
Imagine arriving in a country that has just been ravaged by a hurricane. Entire cities have been wiped out. Row upon row of tiny shelters line the street, acting as homes to the thousands of people who’ve lost everything. The smells of human waste and filth assault you. You see the grubby hands of smiling… Continue reading Couple dedicates life to helping others
Their legacy lives on: Kathleen and Tom Elam
Their legacy lives on: Kathleen and Tom Elam
Their legacy lives on: Kathleen and Tom Elam
Five years ago today, UTM lost one of its biggest fans, supporters and a truly, great lady: Kathleen Elam. “Kathleen was always just lovely and a gracious lady. She was always a gracious hostess; and a kind, generous, gentle person. She loved this campus, this school, and Tom did too. Her hobbies were gardening and… Continue reading Their legacy lives on: Kathleen and Tom Elam
Theatre honor society to host Improv Night
On April 26, the Rho Gamma cast of Alpha Psi Omega will host a comedy Improv Night at 7 in the Little Theatre of the Fine Arts building at UTM. Tickets will be $3, with all proceeds going to the Martin Housing Authority. Attendees are welcome to donate a larger amount if so desired. The… Continue reading Theatre honor society to host Improv Night
Summer body secret: Sleeping
At long last there has come a day in Martin that isn’t “coat weather.” It took until April to finally feel it, but it seems spring is finally upon us at UTM. Also, as evidenced by the fact that two trays of homemade cupcakes had remained in our office for almost two days before being… Continue reading Summer body secret: Sleeping
Martin formal season returns in style
UTM is home to a full formal season, complete with out-of-town trips, riverboat rides, themes and more. Each spring, students excitedly ask dates to join them and prepare for a night to remember. UTM has a very active Greek life. However, Greeks are not the only organizations to participate in the annual formal season. Alpha… Continue reading Martin formal season returns in style