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2022-February-01-University School Applications 2022-2023, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

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(Feb. 1, 2022) JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. – Admissions for the 2022-2023 academic school year at University School have opened up, and applications will be accepted through Feb. 28, 2022.

 As a public K-12 school, there are no tuition fees associated with enrollment. However, there may be some academic fees where applicable. A list of fees can be found on the “Academic Fees” section of the University School web page. 

For your child to be eligible for kindergarten, they must turn 5 years old by Aug. 15, 2022. The kindergarten and grades 1, 2, and 3 enrolls 20 students, …

2022-February-01-Meet Caleb Vaughn, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

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Caleb Vaughn, one of the stars of the upcoming production “Straight White Men” and an aspiring lawyer, has found many parallels between performing on stage and delivering an argument in court. The topic interests him enough that he’s considering it for his honors thesis.                                                 

“The crossover between the courtroom and performing is actually one I’ve given a lot of thought to,” says Vaughn. “How is performing on a stage similar to standing up in front of people in a courtroom presenting cases? The ability to speak to people, persuade people, be comfortable in that setting around people is …

2022-February-01-Fall 2021 Deans List, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

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JOHNSON CITY – East Tennessee State University has announced the names of students who attained a grade point average qualifying them for inclusion in the dean’s list for fall 2021.

To receive this honor, undergraduate students must successfully complete a minimum of 12 hours of undergraduate coursework with no grade below ‘B-’ in any course taken, and a grade point average of at least 3.5 on a 4.0 scale. Students from the Bill Gatton College of Pharmacy must successfully complete a minimum of 12 hours and earn a grade point average of at least 3.5 or above with no grade …

2022-February-01-'Learn, Grow, Eat, And Go', University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

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JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (Feb. 2022) – Fourth- and fifth-grade students at Washington County’s Sulphur Springs Elementary School have learned about both gardening and nutrition in the fall of 2021 through a joint effort of East Tennessee State University’s College of Public Health and UT Extension Washington County.

'Garden in a Box'

This raised garden bed with mature greens at Sulphur Springs School is part of the "Learn, Grow, Eat and Go" program that not only teaches young students about planting, tending and harvesting plants, but also about food preparation and eating a balanced diet.

Pictured at top: ETSU public health …

2022-January-31-Acclaimed Storyteller Will Present At Etsu, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

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JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (Jan. 31, 2022) – The East Tennessee State University Storytelling Program is proud to present internationally-acclaimed storyteller Charlotte Blake Alston for two evenings of solo performance on Feb. 8 and 10 at 8 p.m. in the Mathes Recital Hall in Mathes Hall on the ETSU main campus. Each evening will feature a talkback – a time for the audience to engage with Alston. Both events are free and open to the public.

 “Six-Triple-Eight” is the story of the African American 6888th Battalion of the Women’s Army Auxiliary Corps in World War II – the first female battalion …

2022-January-31-Etsu Offers Free Services To Help With Financial Aid, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

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JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (Jan. 31, 2022) – February is Financial Aid Awareness Month, and the East Tennessee State University community wants current and potential students to know about the resources available to them.

“The financial aid process may seem intimidating,” said Catherine Morgan, director of the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships at ETSU. “Here at ETSU, we have dedicated experts, as well as online tools, to help you succeed.” 

Filing the 2022-2023 Free Application for Federal Student Aid, also known as the FAFSA, is the critical first step, officials said. The FAFSA is a student’s gateway to all …

2022-January-31-Nursing Receives Grant For Etsu Health Community Health Centers, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

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JOHNSON CITY (Jan. 31, 2022) – East Tennessee State University’s College of Nursing recently received a $569,025 grant that will allow the ETSU Health Community Health Centers to increase and improve services at clinics in Hancock County and Johnson City.

The Health Resources & Services Administration grant is part of the American Rescue Plan funding.  

“These funds will help our health centers accomplish our mission by providing much-needed upgrades and repairs to some of our facilities,” said Silas Tolan, executive director, Office of Practice. “In particular, these funds will allow us to expand our reach to the community in Hancock …

2022-January-28-Social Justice Concepts Focus Of Etsu Scholars Talk, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

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JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (Jan. 28, 2022) – Dr. Brittany Wilkins of the Social Work Department at East Tennessee State University will open a discussion about using popular culture to encourage student participation in the classroom in “Teaching Social Justice Concepts Using Popular Culture as a Metaphor: Harry Potter” at noon on Wednesday, Feb. 2, via Zoom. The live stream can be viewed here: etsu.zoom.us/j/93629427984.

This free virtual talk is part of the “WGS on Wednesdays” series sponsored by the ETSU Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies Program.  

Drawing from Dr. Brent Satterly’s work on “the pedagogy of fandom,” Wilkins …

Lights, Camera, Action: A Focus Group Study Exploring University Students' Experiences Of Learning Via Zoom, Bill J. Garris, Bethany Novotny, Kwangman Ko

ETSU Faculty Works

In response to the global Covid-19 pandemic, universities across the world moved coursework online and frequently used Zoom videotelephony software to replicate the experience of learning in a classroom. While this platform supported certain aspects of the traditional classroom, such as immediacy of responses and the facilitation of social interactions, learning via Zoom also differed in various ways from the familiar classroom experience. Although there has been considerable research on online learning, most studies focused on an asynchronous design and interaction. Thus, the understanding of learning within synchronous, video-mediated platforms, such as Zoom, is nascent. In this study, the data …

2022 January 27 - Academic Council Agenda And Minutes, Academic Council, East Tennessee State University

Academic Council Agenda and Minutes

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2022-January-27-Etsu Music's 'Reed Day' Is Feb 19, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

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JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (Jan. 27, 2022) – One of the Mid-Atlantic’s most celebrated chamber music groups is coming to East Tennessee State University. 

The Atlantic Reed Consort will be featured during the ETSU Department of Music’s Reed Day, an event that goes from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 19, at the D.P. Culp Student Center. 

“We are proud to welcome students, amateurs of all levels, parents and band directors,” said Dr. Lisa Perry, an assistant professor in the department. “This will be a fun and instructive day of master classes, clinics and more.” 

The Atlantic …

2022-January-27-Welcome To Etsu, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

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East Tennessee State University welcomes the following faculty and staff members who recently joined the university:

Granger H. Butler is a library assistant in the Medical Library at the Quillen College of Medicine. Before coming to ETSU, he was a finance manager in the Ohio State University Department of Pathology. He holds an MBA degree from the University of Tennessee.

Dr. Richard M. Hough Sr. is a professor of practice in the Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology. He comes to ETSU from the University of West Florida, where he was a faculty member and earned his Ed.D. degree in …

2022-January-27-Enjoy Retirement, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

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Congratulations to the following members of the East Tennessee State University family who retired in December and January.  Thank you for your service!

Gordon Bailes – Professor, Department of Computing, 49 years of service

Mary Dave Blackman – Professor, Department of Music, 24 years of service

Jerrilyn S. Brehm – Instructor, College of Nursing Undergraduate Programs, 25 years of service

Polly Crowder – Advisor, University Advisement Center, 12 years of service

Angela J. Dixon – Information Research Technician, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, 5 years of service

Gloria K. Hurt – Custodian, Facilities Management, 15 years of service

James …

2022 January 26 - Undergraduate Curriculum Council Minutes, Undergraduate Curriculum Council, East Tennessee State University

Undergraduate Curriculum Council Minutes

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2022-January-26-Alumna Named Tn Board Of Pharmacy Executive Director, Bill Gatton College Of Pharmacy, East Tennessee State University, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

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East Tennessee State University Bill Gatton College of Pharmacy alumna Lucy A. Shell ('14), PharmD, has been named the next Tennessee Board of Pharmacy Executive Director. Dr. Shell has served at the Tennessee Pharmacists Association (TPA) for the past seven years. Her husband, Eric, is a 2013 Gatton College of Pharmacy alum.

TPA Executive Director Dr. Anthony Pudlo states, “I could not be more excited to work alongside Lucy in her new leadership role for the profession. The wealth of experience and expertise she has gained while working for the members of TPA will benefit the Board of Pharmacy and …

2022 January 24 - Graduate Council Minutes, College Of Graduate And Continuing Studies, East Tennessee State University

Graduate Council Agendas and Minutes

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2022 January 24 - Faculty Senate Agenda And Minutes, Faculty Senate, East Tennessee State University

Faculty Senate Agendas and Minutes

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2022-January-24-Miranda Lambert, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

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JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (April 24, 2022) – East Tennessee State University will host Miranda Lambert during the Student Government Association’s (SGA) Spring 2022 Concert on Friday, April 29, at the William B. Greene Jr. Stadium.

 The award-winning performer is one of the most well-known country music artists of the 21st century. She received the Grammy Award for Best Female Country Vocal Performance for her 2010 song titled, “The House That Built Me.” Lambert received a second Grammy Award for Best Country Album thanks to her 2014 album titled “Platinum,” and a third …

2022-January-21-Pepper And Pullon, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

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JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. – (Jan. 21, 2022) Sgt. Dreama Pullon from East Tennessee State University Public Safety has a new partner. You will see her riding around campus in Sgt. Pullon’s patrol car and also assisting at major events.

And she needs no introduction.

Pepper joined the ETSU Public Safety team in February 2020 as the department’s first therapy dog. She journeyed to ETSU from Florida via the Paws & Stripes Comfort Dog Program. 

Overnight, she became a rock star.

“The students love her, and she loves them,” said Sgt. Pullon, who earlier this week took Pepper to the Dining …

2022-January-20-The Games Begin, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

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JOHNSON CITY – (Jan. 20, 2022) East Tennessee State University’s League of Legends team will begin its second season this Saturday, January 22 against Florida Polytechnic University.

The game begins at 4 p.m. and can be viewed at twitch.tv/etsuesports or on the 32-foot video wall in the esports arena inside the D.P. Culp Student Center. Livestreaming will start at 3:45 p.m.

ETSU announced the formation of its League of Legends varsity team in December 2019 which competed in its first season last winter. The team finished the Collegiate League of Legends with a 4-2 season record. They also placed second …

2022-January-19-Job Secured With Disney, Etsu Student Reflects On What Hes Learned, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

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JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (Jan. 19, 2022) – Anthony Salas happened to notice an email that arrived late one evening announcing a partnership between the United Negro College Fund, also known as UNCF, and the Walt Disney Company.

The Kingsport, Tennessee, native went to work. He connected with professionals on LinkedIn, applied for an internship, interviewed for a post and ultimately learned that he would be a member of the inaugural class of 2021 UNCF Disney Corporate Scholars.  

The East Tennessee State University student, set to graduate this spring, has gotten experience that even seasoned film producers could envy. 

He has …

2022-January-19-University Launches New Etsu Heroes Program, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

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JOHNSON CITY — (January 28, 2022) East Tennessee State University has launched a new program, known as ETSU Heroes, to recognize and reward outstanding members of the university community. Up to six members of the ETSU community will be acknowledged each year in an annual ceremony. The inaugural ETSU Heroes Recognition Ceremony will take place on Wednesday, March 30.

The ETSU Heroes program is intended to recognize role models within the ETSU community who embody excellence and have contributed significant and innovative accomplishments to the university and the region. ETSU Heroes may be nominated by any peer in the ETSU …

2022-January-19-Etsu Program Will Guarantee Admission At Quillen College Of Medicine, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

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JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (Jan. 19, 2022) – When the fall 2022 semester begins, a handful of East Tennessee State University freshmen will be part of a new early assurance program that guarantees their eventual admission to the ETSU Quillen College of Medicine. 

“This is an unbelievably exciting opportunity to partner on the creation of a premiere program at ETSU,” said Dr. Christopher Keller, dean of the Honors College and senior international officer.

Program will accept eight freshmen

A collaboration between Quillen and the Honors College, the program will accept eight freshmen for the fall. Of those students, five will …

2022 January 19 - From My Notepads Newsletter, Office Of The President, East Tennessee State University, Brian Noland

From My Notepads: A Newsletter from President Brian Noland

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2022 January 18 - Medical Student Education Committee Retreat Minutes, Medical Student Education Committee, East Tennessee State University

Medical Student Education Committee Minutes

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2022-January-18-Isspf Partnership, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

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JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (Jan. 18, 2022) – A collaboration between the Center of Excellence for Sports Science and Coach Education (CESSCE) at East Tennessee State University and the globally acclaimed International Soccer Science and Performance Federation (ISSPF) has resulted in multiple new shared learning opportunities for students at ETSU.

The news comes as a part of an official announcement on behalf of the ISSPF.

 “We are delighted to partner with ETSU. We are extremely excited to play a fundamental part in the development of online sport and soccer science and coaching related individuals in a region known for its love …

2022-January-13-Wilhoit Named Director Of Appalachian Highlands Center For Nursing Advancement, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

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JOHNSON CITY (Jan. 13, 2022) – East Tennessee State University and Ballad Health announced that Dr. Kathryn Wilhoit has been named the inaugural director of the Appalachian Highlands Center for Nursing Advancement. She began her new role on Jan. 1, 2022.

Wilhoit brings more than 40 years of experience in clinical and research-based nursing, administration and leadership experience to this role. Most recently, she served as interim dean of the ETSU College of Nursing from January through August 2021, and then as special assistant to the dean of Nursing from August  through December 2021.

“Dr. Wilhoit is a proven leader …

2022-January-12-Etsu Professor Produces New Work On Tennessee Ernie Ford, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

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JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (Jan. 12, 2022) – Born in Bristol, Tennessee, just after World War I ended, Ernest Jennings Ford – known best as Tennessee Ernie Ford – reached tremendous levels of fame.

A radio and television host and singer who crossed many genres, Ford became especially well known for his 1955 recording of “Sixteen Tons,” one of the biggest country and pop hits of the 1950s.

Dr. Ted Olson

Thanks to the work of East Tennessee State University’s Dr. Ted Olson, fans can learn even more about this performer from Appalachia. 
Olson produced and curated “Tennessee Ernie Ford: Classic …

2022 January 12 - Undergraduate Curriculum Council Minutes, Undergraduate Curriculum Council, East Tennessee State University

Undergraduate Curriculum Council Minutes

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2022 January 10 - University Council Agenda And Minutes, University Council, East Tennessee State University

University Council Agendas and Minutes

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