That time of the year is once again upon us. The leaves are blowing in the wind, the air is chilly and the jack-o’-lanterns are scaring away ghouls on front porches. Of course, I’m referring to one of the most beloved holidays, Halloween. Halloween is a wonderful time of the year to dress up as… Continue reading Review: Classic horror never dies
What exactly is Social Security?
Many college students wonder about their financial futures and how they will make it through the first five to 10 years out of college. One thing most don’t think or know much about is social security and its benefits. Social Security is defined as the “Old-Age, Survivors, and Disability Insurance (OASDI) federal program.” In other… Continue reading What exactly is Social Security?
Free Tutoring Offered in UTM Residence Halls
A new program, Residence Hall Tutoring, is now available at UTM. For quite some time, the offices of Housing, Student Success and Student Engagement have been meeting to discuss the possibility of bringing academic assistance to the residence halls. In order to see if this program was something UTM students would be interested in, representatives… Continue reading Free Tutoring Offered in UTM Residence Halls
Men remembered for their kindness, laughter
Two men who died in a motorcycle accident south of Martin Oct. 12 are being remembered as people who wouldn’t want sadness to be their legacy. On Facebook, in conversations and at their respective services, UTM student Logan Hughes, 23, of Newbern and Opera House restaurant manager Daniel Fitzgerald, 46, of Sharon have been memorialized… Continue reading Men remembered for their kindness, laughter
Couple spends lifetime together doing what they love
Couple spends lifetime together doing what they love
Coffee filters have surprising uses
With ruffled edges and a thin, workable center, coffee filters are the ultimate go-to for any college kid in need. From cleaning up messes on a kitchen counter to tearing off strips for waxing eyebrows, these little white wonders are both affordable and convenient. If you have a bit of a green thumb, you may… Continue reading Coffee filters have surprising uses
Haslam’s ‘Drive to 55’ pushes for post secondary education
Currently Gov. Bill Haslam’s “Drive to 55” campaign is in full swing and if it does what is intended, it will help keep more people in Tennessee and will provide more jobs for those residing in Tennessee. “We want Tennesseans working in Tennessee jobs,” Haslam said earlier this year. “We want Tennesseans to have an… Continue reading Haslam’s ‘Drive to 55’ pushes for post secondary education
Column: Halloween Costumes on a budget
With Halloween right around the corner, everyone is desperately attempting to figure out what costume they will wear this year. Many ask, “How can I top last year’s costume without breaking the bank?” Never fear, I am here to share with you how to have a top-of-the-line Halloween costume without paying top-of-the-line costume prices. When… Continue reading Column: Halloween Costumes on a budget
Students trying to help should not have to fear the law
Imagine that you are underage and receive a call from a friend who has been drinking illegally and needs a sober ride. Should you be penalized for going to help those who are seeking it? If there is an emergency situation, should you have to fear legal and academic punishments before taking what you know… Continue reading Students trying to help should not have to fear the law
Safety: What students should do during severe weather
All students have had the experience of going to respective basements or hallways when severe weather strikes. However, for some, the question still remains of what specifics should be done during severe weather. Ryan Martin, assistant director of Housing, said that when keeping safe, the choice to go to a shelter lies with the individual.… Continue reading Safety: What students should do during severe weather