Tag: UTM

Nikki Giovanni opens the UTM Civil Rights Conference with keynote speech

Black History month commences this month, and UTM kicked it off with a virtual civil rights conference starting on Tuesday, Feb. 2, 2021, with poet Nikki Giovanni as the first keynote speaker. Giovanni’s speech was entitled Tennessean by Birth: Poet by Choice. Giovanni is highly decorated with over 50 awards and honors listed on her… Continue reading Nikki Giovanni opens the UTM Civil Rights Conference with keynote speech

Face-to-face format approved for spring classes

Courses that were approved to operate in hybrid or face-to-face formats may do so beginning tomorrow, January 21, 2021. When the decision was made to open the spring semester in an all-virtual format until January 21, we pledged to monitor conditions related to our campus COVID-19 situation.  Based on information from the Tennessee Department of… Continue reading Face-to-face format approved for spring classes

UTM to begin spring semester with all-virtual classes

UTM will open spring semester Jan. 14 with all-virtual classes. This is the original spring semester start date for the main campus and five centers located in Jackson, Parsons, Ripley, Selmer and Somerville. The initial all-virtual format will allow monitoring for a potential post-holiday COVID-19 surge. Virtual classes will continue through Jan. 21, and the… Continue reading UTM to begin spring semester with all-virtual classes

When Skyhawks can expect their COVID-19 vaccine

On Dec. 30, 2020, the Tennessee Department of Health made their phased COVID-19 vaccination plan available to the public via the state’s website. In the document, State Health officials outlined their timeline for distributing the Pfizer and Moderna Coronavirus vaccines, as well as procedures for allocation, transportation and storage of vaccine doses across Tennessee’s 95… Continue reading When Skyhawks can expect their COVID-19 vaccine

How to make registration easier

There’s no doubt that registration is one of the more stressful times of the year, right up there with midterms and finals. The ritual has changed quite a bit since I first started here at UTM, but the experience is always the same: stressing about what classes are offered when, nervously checking and double-checking your… Continue reading How to make registration easier

Aviators Marching Band hosts ‘Last Blast’ concert Nov. 7

The UTM Aviators Marching Band will host a “Last Blast” concert at 3 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 7, at the tent in the Pacer Pond parking lot. The concert will be the first time the Aviators will perform in their new uniforms, which were unveiled in March, as well as their new completely outfitted Yamaha drumline… Continue reading Aviators Marching Band hosts ‘Last Blast’ concert Nov. 7

Fine Arts Gallery features faculty artwork

The UTM Fine Arts Gallery is currently hosting an exhibit titled “Made in Quarantine,” which features artwork made by faculty members in the Department of Visual and Theatre Arts who found creative inspiration even through the pandemic. Gallery visitors can see artwork such as ceramics, fibers, paintings, graphic design creations and digital projections by faculty… Continue reading Fine Arts Gallery features faculty artwork

First Frost Expected Sunday

The first frost for the UTM /Northwest Tennessee area is expected this Sunday, November 1. According to accuweather.com, the expected low for Martin will be 27 degrees fahrenheit Sunday night, the coldest so far this fall.  Everyone is encouraged to take simple precautions during these dangerous temperatures, such as making sure your pets stay warm and… Continue reading First Frost Expected Sunday

Public Safety Walk With Carver

The UTM Department of Public Safety invites you to join Public Safety Officers and Chancellor Keith Carver for a walk around campus to discuss any safety concerns of students. Small groups will walk with officers around campus and discuss areas of concern. The walk is scheduled for 3 p.m. on November 4, students will meet… Continue reading Public Safety Walk With Carver