While many people know DJ Roberts for his football accolades, he has been just as successful off the field as well. Roberts was born and raised in Knoxville, Tenn., and attended Austin-East High School. From an early age, he learned the value of education and that it cannot be replaced. Roberts likes to live by… Continue reading Roberts uses mind and grind to find success
The UTM Vanguard Theatre presents Neil Simon’s ‘Fools’
The Vanguard Theatre, led by director Ken Zimmerman, has once again delivered a successful show, with seats being sold out for several of the eight nights of performances. Students from all over campus came to watch Neil Simon’s Fools. In a fractured, fantastical and magical land where flowers are mistaken for fish, where the color… Continue reading The UTM Vanguard Theatre presents Neil Simon’s ‘Fools’
Skyhawk football makes history in victory over Eastern Kentucky
For the first time in school history, the UTM football team pulled off a 16-7 victory over Ohio Valley Conference foe Eastern Kentucky at Roy Kidd Stadium. Going into the game the Skyhawks were winless in their previous 11 visits to Eastern Kentucky dating back to 1973. In addition to the Skyhawks (7-4, 5-2 OVC)… Continue reading Skyhawk football makes history in victory over Eastern Kentucky
Skyhawks defeat Quinnipiac in overtime
In a game that went to overtime, the Skyhawks edged past the Quinnipiac Bobcats 102-97 “That’s a huge win,” said head coach Kevin McMillan. “That is the biggest win our program has had since I’ve been here. … [it’s] a huge win for our program and hopefully we can build on that.” The game was… Continue reading Skyhawks defeat Quinnipiac in overtime
Skyhawks claim first victory over Rochester College
In their home opener, the Skyhawks picked up their first win of the season by defeating the Rochester College Warriors 79-64. “I thought we could’ve played better, especially in the first half,” said head coach Jason James. “We came out a little nervous. … I think we thought Rochester would just [lie] down and let… Continue reading Skyhawks claim first victory over Rochester College
Veterans honored by Skyhawk Veteran Association
The Skyhawk Veteran Association held a program to honor all veterans, including members of the American Legion Post 69 and former UTM student Capt. Brent Morel on Monday, Nov. 11. The program started with members of the Skyhawk Veteran Association sharing their thoughts on Veterans Day, but then it was turned over to Dr. Daniel… Continue reading Veterans honored by Skyhawk Veteran Association
Skyhawks fall in OVC Tournament Finals
In the final round of the Ohio Valley Conference Soccer Championship, the Morehead State Eagles defeated the UTM Skyhawks 1-0. “I thought we were absolutely outstanding in the first half today, but we just didn’t get the goal that we deserved,” said head coach Phil McNamara. Last month, when the two teams met, the Skyhawks… Continue reading Skyhawks fall in OVC Tournament Finals
UTM vs. Morehead State in OVC Soccer Championship
UTM vs. Morehead State in OVC Soccer Championship
UTM falls to Memphis 21-6
The UTM Skyhawks failed to spoil the homecoming of downstate rival Memphis, falling short by a margin of 21-6. The Skyhawks (6-4) struggled through the air on Saturday, as they were held to only 122 yards passing, a far cry from the 232.4 yards per game the team had been averaging to this point. “We… Continue reading UTM falls to Memphis 21-6
ATO placed on interim suspension until investigation complete
The Zeta Pi chapter of the Alpha Tau Omega fraternity has been temporarily suspended from UTM until the investigation of an incident from early morning Thursday, Nov. 7 is complete. The suspension was delivered on Friday, Nov. 8. “A student was brought in to the local hospital who had been injured in a vehicle accident,… Continue reading ATO placed on interim suspension until investigation complete