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ETSU celebrates 1,313 graduates at fall 2025 Commencement

ETSU celebrates 1,313 graduates at fall 2025 Commencement

ETSU honored 1,313 members of the Class of 2025 with two Commencement ceremonies featuring speakers Fred Sauceman and Tara Scarlett.
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When and how can I get tickets to the ETSU Festival of Ideas?

When and how can I get tickets to the ETSU Festival of Ideas?

Tickets to Vijay Gupta and John Green’s Festival of Ideas appearances will be available to the ETSU community on Jan. 28 and to the general public on Jan. 29.
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ETSU award winner reveals 5-million-year-old rhino mystery

ETSU award winner reveals 5-million-year-old rhino mystery

ETSU’s 3MT competition spotlighted research from a rare young rhino fossil at the Gray Fossil Site to national health disparities, showcasing graduate scholars.
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ETSU will commission Army ROTC Cadets Dec. 12

ETSU will commission Army ROTC Cadets Dec. 12

ETSU will commission Army ROTC cadets as second lieutenants on Dec. 12, continuing the university’s long-standing commitment to military-affiliated students.
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ETSU explores the power of narrative medicine

ETSU explores the power of narrative medicine

Discover how ETSU integrates narrative medicine to enhance communication, boost trust and support both patients and future health professionals.
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119 citizens naturalized in ceremony at ETSU

119 citizens naturalized in ceremony at ETSU

ETSU hosted its third naturalization ceremony on campus Tuesday, further solidifying its spot as a civic engagement partner.
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WETS-FM launches BBC’s ‘Introducing in America’

WETS-FM launches BBC’s ‘Introducing in America’

ETSU’s WETS-FM joins nine Tennessee stations debuting BBC’s “Introducing in America,” a new show spotlighting emerging artists from Tennessee and the UK.
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ETSU iGEM team shines in Paris

ETSU iGEM team shines in Paris

ETSU’s first-ever iGEM team presented innovative research in Paris, tackling global hidden hunger and establishing ETSU as a rising leader in synthetic biology.
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ETSU to celebrate Class of 2025 at Dec. 13 Commencement

ETSU to celebrate Class of 2025 at Dec. 13 Commencement

ETSU will honor 1,313 graduates on Dec. 13 with ceremonies featuring keynote speakers Fred Sauceman and Tara Scarlett.
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Student pharmacists build leadership skills piece by piece

Student pharmacists build leadership skills piece by piece

Hands-on leadership training at ETSU Gatton College of Pharmacy helps student pharmacists strengthen communication, delegation and teamwork skills.
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First-gen path from high school library to ETSU commencement

First-gen path from high school library to ETSU commencement

First-generation student Hannah Askew graduates Dec. 13 after internships, campus leadership and a journey that began in her high school library.
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Violinist Vijay Gupta to speak at ETSU Festival of Ideas

Violinist Vijay Gupta to speak at ETSU Festival of Ideas

ETSU welcomes violinist Vijay Gupta to the Festival of Ideas, highlighting his innovative advocacy that bridges art, justice and healing.
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ETSU students compete in Core4ce Pitch Event

ETSU students compete in Core4ce Pitch Event

Seven ETSU students participated in Core4ce’s 2025 Innovation Challenge Pitch Event.
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Managing holiday stress: ETSU Counseling tips

Managing holiday stress: ETSU Counseling tips

ETSU’s Counseling Center offers practical guidance for managing holiday stress, with expert advice on boundaries, breaks and when to seek support.
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ETSU honors 2025 Notable Women award recipients

ETSU honors 2025 Notable Women award recipients

ETSU has named Dr. Christine Lewis and Professor Cara Harker as 2025 Notable Women of ETSU for excellence in teaching, research and service.
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Celebrate the season with ETSU's December events

Celebrate the season with ETSU's December events

Discover ETSU’s December 2025 events: Music, art exhibits, ice skating, Commencement and more.
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New tool measures quality of life in Tennessee

New tool measures quality of life in Tennessee

The ETSU Center for Rural Health and Research is collaborating with the State to launch a new website that maps factors shaping quality of life in Tennessee.
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What to Know Before You Graduate: Your Ultimate Guide to ETSU Commencement

What to Know Before You Graduate: Your Ultimate Guide to ETSU Commencement

Your ETSU Class of 2025 commencement guide — arrival tips, ceremony info, and how to get your exclusive Buc Badge pin.
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What is an age-friendly university?

What is an age-friendly university?

ETSU has been named an Age-Friendly University, joining a global network committed to lifelong learning, intergenerational engagement, and healthy aging.
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ETSU ABM program speeds path to degrees

ETSU ABM program speeds path to degrees

ETSU’s Accelerated Bachelor’s to Master’s Program lets high-achieving students earn both degrees in as little as five years, saving time and money.
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ETSU: Warmer, drier winter likely for Appalachia

ETSU: Warmer, drier winter likely for Appalachia

NOAA’s winter outlook calls for warmer, drier conditions across Southern Appalachia.
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ETSU Board approves new academic program, 2.3% pay raises

ETSU Board approves new academic program, 2.3% pay raises

During its quarterly meeting, the ETSU Board reviewed progress and approved measures that support ETSU’s ongoing efforts to strengthen the region’s workforce.
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ETSU honors bluegrass icon with tribute concert

ETSU honors bluegrass icon with tribute concert

ETSU celebrates music pioneer Hobe Stanton with a Nov. 16 tribute concert at The Down Home, marking the release of “Appalachia on Record, 1946-1954.”
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ETSU Theatre brings hilarious musical to the stage

ETSU Theatre brings hilarious musical to the stage

ETSU’s Theatre and Dance Department presents “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” Nov. 19-23, a hilarious musical where audience members join the fun.
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Reece Museum to host History Harvest related to religious life in Appalachia

Reece Museum to host History Harvest related to religious life in Appalachia

The ETSU Reece Museum invites the community to bring artifacts & stories related to religious & spiritual life in Appalachia to a History Harvest event Nov. 15.
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ETSU student named Rhodes Scholarship finalist

ETSU student named Rhodes Scholarship finalist

ETSU senior Kyah Powers has been named a Rhodes Scholarship finalist, marking the university’s third consecutive year with a Rhodes finalist. 
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ETSU wins six CASE awards, showcasing impactful storytelling

ETSU wins six CASE awards, showcasing impactful storytelling

ETSU earned six CASE Best of District III 2025 awards, including recognition for the “Bucs on Parade” campaign, Hurricane Helene response initiatives and more.
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Alumni Arctic Adventures returns to ETSU this winter

Alumni Arctic Adventures returns to ETSU this winter

Celebrate ETSU Pride with ETSU’s Alumni Arctic Adventures — family-friendly winter events uniting Buccaneers through fun, community, and campus spirit.
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ETSU provides health-focused education abroad programs

ETSU provides health-focused education abroad programs

For students aiming for a career in the health professions, ETSU offers numerous chances to learn through education abroad.
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ETSU unveils 2025 holiday ornament

ETSU unveils 2025 holiday ornament

ETSU holiday ornament honors Roy S. Nicks Hall, celebrating the building’s transformation from a library to a hub for nursing and Appalachian studies.