Dear Skyhawks, My name is Devin Majors and I am the president of the UTM Student Government Association (SGA). I am going into my second term as president and I couldn’t be more excited to welcome you all back to UTM. I hope that everyone has had a great summer and is just as excited… Continue reading Welcome to UTM
Runway replaces OrgSync
After utilizing OrgSync, an online forum for managing Registered Student Organizations (RSO), for 10 years, UTM has transitioned to Runway, an improved online program. The decision to change platforms was made by the Office of Student Life. Runway is programmed by Campus Labs, an online business which collects student data to improve campus services. According… Continue reading Runway replaces OrgSync
Taylor Swift’s Lover is full of stories of, well, love
Taylor Swift released her new album titled Lover on Aug. 23, 2019. Lover features 18 tracks that are, in Swift’s words, “a celebration of love, in all its complexity, coziness, and chaos.” In the months leading up to the album’s release, Swift released four singles: “ME!,” “You Need To Calm Down,” “The Archer” and “Lover”.… Continue reading Taylor Swift’s Lover is full of stories of, well, love
UTM mourns death of student-athlete
The University of Tennessee at Martin mourns the loss of Decora Alexander, a dance student-athlete who passed away on Saturday evening. She was 20 years old. Alexander was majoring in health and human performance during her freshman year at UT Martin. She was part of the 11-member Skyhawk dance squad that regularly entertained the crowds… Continue reading UTM mourns death of student-athlete
Creative Corner
Bailey Radnitzer is a sophomore Studio Art major from Des Plaines, Illinois. Art has always been a part of Radnitzer’s life from doodling and making paper books on her mom’s desk. “To me, art is an outlet for creativity and its an opportunity to show the world what you believe, what interests you and what… Continue reading Creative Corner
The state of Agriculture Education in Tennessee
High school and middle school students in Tennessee who sign up to take agriculture classes this fall may return to find their teachers gone, classes cut, or programs shut down. Nearly 6% of agriculture teachers leave the profession each year because of retirement, employment in other industries, or simply being terminated by the school. Even… Continue reading The state of Agriculture Education in Tennessee
The end of a trilogy: The Rise of Skywalker
WARNING: SPOILERS AND SPECULATIONS Lucasfilm debuted the first trailer for Episode IX, titled The Rise of Skywalker, which is expected to be the last in the Star Wars trilogy as Lucasfilm has announced their plan to slow releases within the franchise. At the Star Wars Celebration in Chicago April 11-15, director J.J. Abrams revealed the… Continue reading The end of a trilogy: The Rise of Skywalker
You were my support when I needed you
My time at UTM has come to an end. The past four years have felt like a whirlwind at times and a snail running a race at others. Each year I have been here has brought new challenges, wins, opportunities and learning. I remember taking 100 and 200 level classes. I was amazed, thinking I… Continue reading You were my support when I needed you
UTM, you never asked for my advice. Love, Rachel
On Nov. 18, 2015, I had my very first article published with The Pacer. This article that you’re reading is my 100th. Since I came onto staff in 2015, I have worked 20+ hours every week, drank 15+ cups of coffee every week and put my heart and soul into my journalism career. Now, I… Continue reading UTM, you never asked for my advice. Love, Rachel
Dr. Kenyatta Lovett to speak at UT Martin spring commencement May 4
Dr. Kenyatta Lovett, executive director for Complete Tennessee, will serve as keynote speaker during UTM’s spring 2019 commencement ceremony, scheduled to begin at 11 a.m., May 4, in the Kathleen and Tom Elam Center. Lovett is responsible for developing and implementing the programming necessary to support Tennessee’s vision to increase the number of state residents… Continue reading Dr. Kenyatta Lovett to speak at UT Martin spring commencement May 4