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2023-October-16-Etsu To Host ‘Upper East Tennessee Domestic Violence And Sexual Assault Summit’.Pdf, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

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East Tennessee State University’s inaugural “Upper East Tennessee Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Summit” conference, presented by the Office of Professional Development, will be held Friday, Oct. 27, at the James and Nellie Brinkley Center.

The conference, which takes place during Domestic Violence Awareness Month, aims to train and educate members of the community in the prevention of and response to sexual assault, and in advocacy and treatment for victims. It is intended as an initial effort to eliminate misconceptions and create an environment in which a response to both victims and survivors will be elevated and inspired to best …

2023-October-13-Etsu Celebrates Ribbon-Cutting At Gilbreath Hall.Pdf, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

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This week, East Tennessee State University held a ribbon-cutting at the newly renovated Gilbreath Hall, the university’s oldest academic building. The event was part of the university’s Founders Week, a celebration of its founding in October 1911.

Named for ETSU’s first president, Sidney Gilbreath, Gilbreath Hall underwent significant renovations last summer, transforming its classrooms and offices with state-of-the-art technology and amenities that will improve the student experience.

“Gilbreath Hall has become a historical landmark for our campus,” said ETSU President Dr. Brian Noland. “It also is a symbol of our collective belief in a brighter future. This most recent renovation …

2023-October-12-Etsu Continues Tradition Of Hand-Painted Ornaments.Pdf, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

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Last year, East Tennessee State University began the tradition of chronicling the history of ETSU through artistic holiday ornaments.

The legacy continues this year with a limited-edition, hand-painted ornament that highlights the Amphitheatre.

For generations, the Amphitheatre has been an important part of campus life, with scores of speeches, performances and events happening there. Still today, it’s a site where students gather to make lasting memories. The natural outdoor backdrop makes a perfect place for photos.

The ornament will be available by Nov. 1 at only these locations for $125:

Bowman Jewelers, 401 W. Oakland Ave., (423) 282-8101; and …

2023-October-12-Celebrating Etsu Heroes.Pdf, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

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East Tennessee State University recognized three individuals and two university divisions as “ETSU Heroes” for the many ways they have gone beyond to support the mission of ETSU.

ETSU Heroes is an annual recognition program that celebrates the impactful and extraordinary service of people across the ETSU community. The ETSU Heroes were honored with medallions and cash awards at a special ceremony held Wednesday, Oct. 11, at the D.P. Culp Student Center. The event was part of ETSU’s Founders Week, celebrating the university’s October 1911 founding.

“One of the things I love the most about East Tennessee State University …

2023-October-11-Celebrated Author Jeff Vandermeer Coming To Etsu.Pdf, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

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Renowned author Jeff VanderMeer is coming to East Tennessee State University later this month.

Dubbed “the weird Thoreau” by The New Yorker, VanderMeer’s work has captured a range of awards. His “Southern Reach” trilogy, a New York Times bestseller, has been translated into over 35 languages. The first novel in the series, “Annihilation,” won the Nebula Award and Shirley Jackson Award, and Paramount made it into a movie in 2018.

“The Bert C. Bach Written Word Initiative is thrilled that we can bring Jeff VanderMeer to ETSU for several exciting sessions,” said Dr. Jesse Graves, the poet-in-residence and a professor …

2023-October-11-Ccrhs Announces Distinguished Alumni And Hall Of Fame Inductees.Pdf, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

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East Tennessee State University's College of Clinical and Rehabilitative Health Sciences recently announced its 2023 Distinguished Alumni and Hall of Fame inductees.

Kristie Hammonds and Dr. Don Samples were presented with the Distinguished Alumnus Award, which honors those graduates who have contributed in a significant way to the vision and mission of the college.

• Hammonds is president and CEO of Frontier Health, and is currently a member of the Northeast Regional Health Council, and vice-chair of the Tennessee Association of Mental Health Organization’s Executive Board of Directors. She also serves on the executive council of the STRONG Accountable Care …

2023-October-11-Now Is The Time To Enjoy Fall In The Mountains.Pdf, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

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Now is the time to plan your excursion into the region’s highest elevations, as fall color is likely to peak now through next weekend.

“I think that these cold temperatures are going to really start to speed things up,” said Travis Watson, the campus arborist at East Tennessee State University. “I would look for this weekend through October 22 to be the best times to travel to higher elevations.”

Recent high winds did bring down some leaves throughout the Appalachian Highlands, though that mostly happened with poplar and “less showy hardwoods,” Watson said.

“Monday’s rainfall was also much needed …

2023-October-10-Etsu Graduates Inducted Into Tennessee Collaborative Practice Society.Pdf, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

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Two East Tennessee State University graduates from the Class of 2023 have been inducted into the Tennessee Collaborative Practice Society (TCPS), which recognizes students in Tennessee who have excelled in interprofessional education, practice and research.

It’s a prestigious honor that reflects ETSU’s mission of improving the quality of life for people in the region and beyond, with the university's extensive combination of academic programs and patient-care facilities providing students with an elevated interprofessional experience in health care education.

Drs. Taylor Coston (pharmacy/public health) and William Miller (medicine) were both part of ETSU’s robust interprofessional education program where students learn to …

2023-October-10-U.S. Air Force Band, Singing Sergeants Coming To Etsu.Pdf, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

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The United States Air Force Band and Singing Sergeants are coming to the Appalachian Highlands.

The concert featuring these highly regarded musical ensembles is set for Tuesday, Oct. 24, at 7:30 p.m. at the ETSU Martin Center for the Arts.

“These premier ensembles are incredible to experience, and our department is honored to host such a prestigious concert,” said Dr. Alan Stevens, chair of the Department of Music. “The musical versatility of both the band and choir is impressive to experience individually, and they are absolutely extraordinary when they perform together. We invite the public to attend.”

The …

2023-October-10-Etsu Elevates Pitch Competition Winners.Pdf, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

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Nine East Tennessee State University student teams took the stage on Monday, Oct. 9, to pitch their ideas to tackle community challenges. A panel of judges selected three prize winners, and the crowd voted for its favorite.

In total, the ETSU Elevates Pitch Competition invested $25,000 into the region. The pitch competition kicked off the university’s inaugural Founders Week, a celebration of ETSU’s history and mission to improve the lives of the people of the region.

ETSU Elevates featured nine projects that paired students with nine different community partners to address an economic, social or environmental issue of their …

2023-October-07-Etsu Unveils New ‘Running Bucky’ Logo.Pdf, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

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Bucky, East Tennessee State University’s energetic mascot, has taken on different looks through the years.

None have been as popular, though, as the “running Bucky,” a vault logo generally reserved for retail to maintain ETSU history but not generate confusion with the current university brand.

But at Saturday’s Homecoming football game against Mercer, ETSU unveiled a new version of “running Bucky.”

“From alumni to students, there has been so much demand for this Bucky,” said Barb Mason, director of Trademark Licensing at ETSU. “We are so excited to offer this exciting new design.”

The new logo is a more …

2023-October-06-Etsu Again Hosting Bands Of America.Pdf, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

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East Tennessee State University will again host one of the Bands of America regional championships, an esteemed honor that only a few dozen locations across the United States enjoy.

The event begins at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 21, at the ETSU Ballad Health Athletic Center.

“We are so excited to host this event again and meet the scores of talented students participating,” said Dr. Joe Moore, director of athletic bands and an associate professor in the Department of Music at ETSU. “This means so much to ETSU, the community and the entire Appalachian Highlands.”

High school bands from across …

2023-October-05-Etsu’S Hosting Viewing Party For Partial Eclipse.Pdf, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

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On Saturday, Oct. 14, the sun and moon are going to put on a celestial show.

A solar eclipse will cross South, Central and North America and will be visible to much of the United States. East Tennessee State University plans to take advantage.

The university will host a public viewing.

“If you have never seen an eclipse before, even a partial one, it is an incredible experience,” said Dr. Gary Henson, a professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy.

The department will set up telescopes with solar filters so the sun can be viewed safely. Volunteers …

2023-October-05-2024-2025 Etsu Scholarship Application Now Open.Pdf, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

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The 2024-2025 scholarship application at East Tennessee State University is now open to current and prospective college students.

ETSU’s Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships launched the scholarship application on October 1.

“The application is a student's gateway to a range of scholarships available at ETSU,” said Ronda Gross, ETSU’s assistant director of scholarships. “We have hundreds of scholarships to award to students.”

The deadline to submit the ETSU scholarship application is March 1, 2024, but students are encouraged to complete it as soon as possible.

“The scholarships typically range from $500 to $5,000 per year,” Gross said. “Most of …

2023-October-04-Etsu Student Interning With Influential Federal Contractor.Pdf, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

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As a student in East Tennessee State University’s Department of Computing, Andrew McDonald understands what it takes to find employment.

A quality internship, he said, is “probably the biggest factor if a cybersecurity student wants to score a job right after graduating.”

McDonald is in a good place.

For months, McDonald interned – and now works part time – with Core4ce, a federal contractor based in Northern Virginia that provides cybersecurity services and solutions to customers including the United States Department of Defense.

He had a role on the company’s research and development team, working on a cybersecurity …

2023-October-04-‘Near Ideal’ Conditions For Fall Color.Pdf, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

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The warm, sunny and dry weather has been especially favorable for vibrant fall color.

That’s the latest report from Travis Watson, campus arborist at East Tennessee State University.

“The drier weather has provided lots of sunshine during the day for sugar production and the cool nights combined with shortening daylight hours have set the wheels in motion for change,” said Watson. “As long as we continue to see some sporadic rainfall, conditions are near ideal.”

Watson predicts a breathtaking display of fall color this year. Peak color in the area’s highest elevations is likely over the next two …

2023-October-04-Man Wrongly Convicted Of Murder Speaking At Etsu.Pdf, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

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In 1985, law enforcement officials arrested Anthony Ray Hinton for the murder of two fast food managers in Birmingham, Alabama. Until 2015, Hinton was behind bars.

There was one catch: Hinton didn’t actually commit the crimes.

“A virulent brew of racism, prosecutorial misconduct, poverty and cruel indifference to the innocence of this man led to his incarceration,” said Dr. Daryl Carter, professor of history, associate dean for community relations and outreach and director of the Black American Studies Program at ETSU.

Hinton is coming to ETSU next week to share his story.

The author of two well-received books, “The …

2023-October-04-Great Lecture Series Highlights Expertise Of Etsu Faculty.Pdf, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

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The inaugural East Tennessee State University Great Lecture Series will begin on Friday, Oct. 13, with a lecture featuring ETSU faculty members Dr. Alissa Lange and Dr. Mary Mullins.

The new lecture series celebrates and showcases the work of faculty members who have recently been promoted to full professor at ETSU. Faculty play an integral role in the mission of ETSU through their teaching, research and service, and this new lecture series provides them an opportunity to share their work with the broader community.

The first installment on Oct. 13 will begin at 2 p.m. in the East Tennessee Room, …

2023-October-03-Visiting Researcher Shows Student Pharmacists Drug Discovery Process, Bill Gatton College Of Pharmacy, East Tennessee State University, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

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A top natural products research scientist from Colombia visited East Tennessee State University Bill Gatton College of Pharmacy last week to meet with student pharmacists and help demonstrate the drug discovery process.
 
Dr. Ruben Torrenegra, who was recognized in 2018 by the government of Colombia as one of its top scientists, has helped make possible the college’s drug discovery program since 2008 when he partnered with Dr. Victoria Palau, Professor Emerita of Pharmaceutical Sciences, who started her cancer research with plants when she came to ETSU in 2007. 
 
Torrenegra has helped train sixty ETSU student pharmacists in cancer research with …

2023-October-03-Roundup- Arts Events At Etsu In October.Pdf, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

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Just as the leaves begin to change across the Appalachian Highlands, there are more than a dozen arts-related events happening at East Tennessee State University in October.Many events are open to the community, most at little or no cost.

ETSU is home to a vibrant arts community. And from musical performances to exhibits, there’s something for every art and culture enthusiast.Read on for more.

Department of Music

On Oct. 6, Heather Killmeyer will give an evening recital at 7:30 p.m. at the ETSU Martin Center for the Arts.

The ETSU Wind Ensemble and Concert Band will give their …

2023-October-02-Etsu Announces Winners Of 2023 Alumni Classic.Pdf, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

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The 56th annual East Tennessee State University Alumni Golf Classic was held at Cattails at MeadowView in Kingsport on Friday, Sept. 22.

ETSU alumni, friends, faculty, staff, students and volunteers were present for the two-person select-shot tournament held by the ETSU National Alumni Association. Golfers chose from one of eight divisions: the Gold Division for players with a handicap of 10 and under; the Blue Division for those with a handicap of 11-20; the White Division for players with a handicap of 21 or more; faculty/staff; women; Greeks; seniors; and co-ed (male/female).

The champions of the Gold Flight were Jim …

2023-October-02-Dozens Take Oath Of Citizenship At Etsu.Pdf, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

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Nearly 100 people took their oath of citizenship in front of a large crowd of guests and friends on Friday, Sept. 29. The Honorable J. Ronnie Greer, U.S. District Judge for the Eastern District of Tennessee and a graduate of ETSU, presided over the ceremony.

This marked the second time that ETSU hosted a naturalization ceremony after becoming the first higher education institution in East Tennessee to host one in 2018.

Following their oath of allegiance, the new U.S. citizens received certificates of citizenship, as well as American flags from the Daughters of the American Revolution.

2023-October-02-Voces8, ‘Rolls-Royce Of A Cappella Ensembles,’ Coming To Etsu.Pdf, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

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The group known as the “Rolls-Royce of a cappella ensembles” is coming to the Appalachian Highlands.

VOCES8, a 2023 Grammy-nominated British vocal ensemble, performs at the East Tennessee State University Martin Center for the Arts on Wednesday, Oct. 18, at 7:30 p.m.

“This is an exceptional opportunity for the community to come and hear an incredibly talented choral group,” said Dr. Alan Stevens, chair of the Department of Music. “When it comes to a cappella ensembles, VOCES8 is one of the best in the world.”

The group tours globally, performing an extensive repertoire. The music is versatile and …

2023-October-01-Etsu Bluegrass Wins Big At National Conference, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

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Dozens of faculty, alumni and students represented East Tennessee State University at the 2023 International Bluegrass Music Association World of Bluegrass Conference in Raleigh, North Carolina – one of the most significant bluegrass events in the world. Several ETSU faculty and alumni from the ETSU Bluegrass, Old Time and Roots Music Studies Program earned nominations for awards, and four took home honors in their respective categories.  

Artist in Residence and Grammy winning artist Tim Stafford won Songwriter of the Year. Stafford’s band Blue Highway took home Event of the Year for their annual Blue Highway Fest.  

Guitar Player of the …

2023-October-01-Celebrating Founders Week, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

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A message from President Brian Noland

East Tennessee State University was founded in 1911 with the goal of improving the quality of life for people in the region and beyond. However, the roots of this institution began to grow in 1909 when the citizens of our region sought to convince Governor Malcolm R. Patterson to locate the East Tennessee Normal School in Johnson City. 

Over the course of two years, community members worked to secure resources, persuade policymakers, and build unified support for the creation of the school here. They were successful in their endeavor because they demonstrated resourcefulness unmatched …

2023-October-01-Campus Conversations Etsu Elevates, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

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Campus Conversations with President Dr. Brian Noland

Campus Conversations is a new series that gives ETSU President Dr. Brian Noland the opportunity to go in-depth with leaders across the institution to learn more about and share some of the exciting initiatives that are underway here at East Tennessee State University. For this inaugural episode, Dr. Noland spoke with Dr. Susan McCracken and Nathan Farnor, two of the driving forces for the ETSU Elevates program. 

Transcript

President Noland: Thank you for joining us for a new series that we're starting on campus called "Campus Conversations," an opportunity for me to go …

2023-October-01-Etsu Moon Shot For Equity, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

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The ETSU community is working together to ensure that more underrepresented students and other underserved populations realize their dream of a college degree through the Moon Shot for Equity initiative.

Moot Shot for Equity focuses on removing systemic barriers for students through 15 best practices that can help increase access to higher education for all students, and, more importantly, ensure their long-term success.

Video Transcript

T-minus three, two, one.

Dr. Brian Noland:

As I reflect upon the university's engagement with EAB and the Moon Shot initiative, I'm excited by the opportunities for our outreach, our engagement but our intervention to …

2023-October-01-Renowned Health Policy Leader To Speak At Carnegie Hotel On Nov. 7, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

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Christopher, executive director of the National Collaborative for Health Equity (NCHE), will speak on Tuesday, Nov. 7.

Dr. Gail C. Christopher, a nationally recognized leader in health policy known for her work bringing holistic health and diversity concepts into public sector programs and policy, will give a free public lecture at East Tennessee State University next month. 

Christopher, executive director of the National Collaborative for Health Equity (NCHE), will speak on Tuesday, Nov. 7, in the Grand Soldiers Ballroom at the Carnegie Hotel at 6 p.m. A meet and greet reception will take place at 5:30 p.m. 

This is the …

2023-October-01-A Conversation With Etsu Faculty Dr Blair Reece, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

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Dr. Blair Reece spends most of her time in the classroom and clinical setting teaching medical students how to diagnose and treat patients.

However, her favorite thing to teach her students is how to talk to patients. 

“I love teaching students how to have difficult conversations,” said Reece, an assistant professor at East Tennessee State University’s Quillen College of Medicine. “I think that’s a really important part of our job, especially as internal medicine physicians. I have to have difficult conversations all the time, and you don’t just wake up knowing how to have those conversations.”

Reece helps her students …

2023-October-01-Campus Conversations- I Give A Buc, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

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In this episode of Campus Conversations, President Noland sits down with Desmond Pierce from ETSU Athletics to discuss the “I Give a Buc” campaign and the “Be Great” initiative to support the holistic development of ETSU's student athletes.