On Wednesday, Sept. 5, the Tennessee Soybean Festival hosted a joint concert with the Jackson Symphony Orchestra (JSO) and the UTM University Singers at the Festival Park Amphitheater in downtown Martin. The orchestra led in a spirited performance conducted by Peter Shannon, and featuring prominent accompaniment from the choir under the direction of Mark… Continue reading Jackson Symphony POPS at Soybean concert
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Intramural kickoff at UTM
Calling all Skyhawks! Calling all Skyhawks! Intramural sports are back at UTM and here’s how you can get involved. Registration has already opened for two of the fall intramural sports: ping pong and seven v. seven soccer. The ping pong tournament begins at noon on Wednesday, Aug. 29 in the Student Rec Center lobby and… Continue reading Intramural kickoff at UTM
Welcome back to UTM, Skyhawks
As the summer of 2018 slowly comes to a close, The Pacer staff would like to welcome back both new and returning students to UTM. For new students, The Pacer is UTM’s biweekly student newspaper, available in both print and online. Here, you can find out about all kinds of events going on in and around the… Continue reading Welcome back to UTM, Skyhawks
Captain’s Closet opens doors
The Office of Career Planning and Development (CPAD) is accepting donations of professional wear for the newly established “Captain’s Closet.” Captain’s Closet is a service created by CPAD to assist students in preparing for job interviews and career fairs by providing them with professional attire that may otherwise be a financial burden. According to Interim… Continue reading Captain’s Closet opens doors
The sun is rising on UTM
In preparation for the start of the new academic year, Chancellor Keith Carver hosted the 2018 fall faculty meeting Tuesday, Aug. 21, in Watkins Auditorium. After the introduction of 27 new faculty and staff members, Carver spoke to the room. He addressed his goals for the academic year and discussed the implementation of the Strategic… Continue reading The sun is rising on UTM
Memorial bench dedicated to teacher
Students at UTM, along with faculty, community members and members of the International Club at UTM raised money to fund a memorial bench in honor of Sandra Koch. Koch has been many things: a mentor, lecturer, journalist, wife, friend and so much more. Whether speaking to a colleague, loved one or student, the sentiment shared… Continue reading Memorial bench dedicated to teacher
A living history encyclopedia: David Coffey
The distinct sound of cowboy boots resounds against the tile floor of the Humanities building hallways, carrying with them a beloved and revered professor of UTM: Dr. David Coffey. “What’s on your mind today, folks?” he asks as he enters the classroom, preparing for his history lecture. Coffey is dedicated to his students, a man… Continue reading A living history encyclopedia: David Coffey
Silent day for SPECTRUM
On Friday, April 27, UTM students and SPECTRUM (Sexuality, Pride, Education, Trust, Respect and Unity at Martin) are joining together with communities all across the country in a day of silence to honor lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ+) people whose voices are silenced because of harassment and violence. Beginning at 8 a.m., students… Continue reading Silent day for SPECTRUM
Swarm patrol captain bee-lieves in saving the bees
“BUZZ. BUZZ. BUZZ.” Eric Braselton’s mind is already humming as he sleepily wakes up to the sound of his cell phone. The voice on the other end greets him hurriedly, “Hello, is this Eric Braselton? I have a swarm at my house that I was wondering if you could get. … Also, do you have… Continue reading Swarm patrol captain bee-lieves in saving the bees
Weakley County mayor: Bynum bringing new life
County mayor Jake Bynum, is bringing new vigor to the Weakley County area. Jake Bynum is the youngest county mayor in the history of Weakley County. Following in the footsteps of the second-oldest mayor in the county’s history, Jake Bynum came prepared to re-energize the area. Born and raised in Dresden, Jake Bynum has lived… Continue reading Weakley County mayor: Bynum bringing new life