I’m always rooting for a new Disney animated feature, and “Wreck-It Ralph” gave me a lot to cheer for: a fresh concept and clever execution to match it. Rich Moore has directed this feature with a sharp eye, but winning over both hearts and minds is a tall order, and that’s exactly what the film… Continue reading Review: ‘Wreck-It Ralph’ draws in all crowds
Student Orgs participate in the Health and Wellness Fair
The UTM Student Health and Counseling Services hosted a Health and Wellness fair for the UTM Community today. The Student Health and Counseling Services planned the Health and Wellness Fair in order to promote awareness of health care services provided in the Martin area, advocate healthy lifestyle choices for everyday living, and provide free healthcare screenings. Health care businesses… Continue reading Student Orgs participate in the Health and Wellness Fair
909 Comedy Series: John Cassidy balloons on stage
Comedian and magician John Cassidy brought laughter, fear and everything in between to UTM’s latest 909 comedy performance. Children and students alike shouted vigorously when the world’s fasted balloon artist would ask who wanted his next spectacular balloon creation. Cassidy was more than happy to oblige, and tossed hundreds of balloons into the audience, leaving… Continue reading 909 Comedy Series: John Cassidy balloons on stage
UTM welcomes award-winning poet to campus
With the Young Writer’s Conference underway this week, UTM had the privilege and honor of welcoming award-winning poet, Dr. Marilyn Kallet to give a seminar and help guide workshops for the record number of high school seniors who will be attending these workshops on Friday. Kallet is the director of the Creative Writing program at… Continue reading UTM welcomes award-winning poet to campus
Students recognized for high achievement
Phi Kappa Phi hosted their Fall Lecture and Recognition Ceremony, Tuesday Oct. 30 at 7 p.m. in Watkins Auditorium. The event was held in honor of sophomore and junior students who were in the top 3 percent of their class last year. Phi Kappa Phi Chapter 127 is UTM’s honor society. Each fall semester, the society honors… Continue reading Students recognized for high achievement
SGA passes new music fee for students
On Thursday night, SGA passed legislation that would support an increase in the “Non-Athletic” student fee of $5 per student each semester. On Oct. 25, SGA held a regular senate meeting, appointing new positions and discussing a new music fee for students. During the meeting, the UTM Music Department gave a presentation on why they need financial help from students. Following… Continue reading SGA passes new music fee for students
Skyhawks secure another victory against Golden Eagles
The Skyhawks won against the Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles, with a score of 6-0. The whole team did a great job, and #11 Abi Sanvee did excellent, scoring 3 of our goals and two unassisted. This game was also senior day and during half time, our two seniors were given special recognition. The announcer said… Continue reading Skyhawks secure another victory against Golden Eagles
Skyhawks Volleyball thinks pink against Eastern Illinois
The Skyhawks pinked out and rocked out with a 3-1 win against the Eastern Illinois Panthers. Before the game began, a special accomplishment was recognized that occurred on Oct. 20, 2012, when senior Kasey Elswick became the Ohio Valley Conference’s all-time digs leader, scooping up her 2,458 career dig in the match at Morehead state.… Continue reading Skyhawks Volleyball thinks pink against Eastern Illinois
UTM Fitness Challenge encourages students to stay active
The UTM Fitness Challenge is a 9-week program with a T-shirt incentive to help motivate students to continue to work out and stay active after midterms. The UTM Fitness Challenge began Oct. 8 and continues through Dec. 7. Students can no longer register for the UTM Fitness Challenge, but are encouraged to continue to come… Continue reading UTM Fitness Challenge encourages students to stay active
Review: ‘Pitch Perfect’ does not disappoint
If you had not planned on going to see “Pitch Perfect,” perhaps you should change your plans. It is by far one of the most entertaining and hilarious movies I have seen in quite some time. In my opinion, it is rare to find a movie that leaves you laughing for almost the entire time,… Continue reading Review: ‘Pitch Perfect’ does not disappoint