Academics & Learning

ETSU named a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD), reflecting the strength of the department of computing’s cybersecurity program.

ETSU and Walters State create a seamless transfer pathway from AAS Respiratory Care to ETSU’s online B.S. Respiratory Therapy completion program.

Out of 161 teams, the ETSU cybersecurity club “Cyberbucs” placed 12th during the semester-long MITRE competition.

The new Bears to Bucs transfer pathway removes barriers to a four-year degree, guaranteeing Northeast State Community College students admission to ETSU.

ETSU is launching a new undergraduate degree focused on tourism, entertainment, events, and hospitality leadership!

Dr. Robert Pack will become the next Dean of the ETSU College of Public Health on July 1, 2026.

ETSU’s new graduate degree prepares students for careers in environmental health, disaster resilience and public health.

ETSU has launched a new graduate program focused on environment, health, and disaster sciences, and a new undergraduate program focused on hospitality.

ETSU will host a workplace leadership conference focused on employee well-being, workplace culture and practical strategies for today’s workforce.

A lifelong connection to ETSU carried one student from campus toddler to mascot to graduate in the Class of 2026.

The ETSU College of Nursing honors spring graduates at their Hooding and Pinning Ceremony on Friday, May 8.

ETSU’s Quillen College of Medicine celebrated its largest-ever graduating class at commencement on Friday.

ETSU Bill Gatton College of Pharmacy honored its 17th graduating class at commencement on Friday, May 8.

After seven years at East Tennessee State University, Makenzie Smith is looking forward to her next chapter after graduating on May 9.

In recognition of National Nurses Week, East Tennessee State University (ETSU) has released the official trailer for Nurse: Empathy Heals.

OnlineMasters.com has ranked a pair of ETSU Online programs in human services and coaching among the nation’s best.

ETSU celebrates 2,061 graduates May 8–9, featuring keynote speakers Dr. Mike Stoots and Dr. Randy Wykoff at Spring 2026 Commencement ceremonies.

Starting or returning to college as an adult can feel overwhelming. Learn how ETSU Online helps adult learners navigate costs and financial aid.

ETSU’s Rocket League team advances to the NACE Grand Finals in Orlando, marking a major milestone for the university’s growing esports program.

Former U.S. Sen. Bill Frist is the featured speaker for the latest installment of ETSU’s Leading Voices in Public Health lecture series.

ETSU student Ali Johnson spends Semester at Sea, visiting 10 countries while studying global education.

A special installment of ETSU’s Great Lecture Series features Dr. Randy Wykoff, retiring dean of the College of Public Health.

ETSU’s Quillen College of Medicine is now accepting applications for two free summer programs that give high school students hands-on exposure to medicine.

Three events. Two months. One transformation. See how ETSU's Clemmer College turns education candidates into confident classroom professionals.

ETSU’s Boland Research Day showcases student research, creative work and community engagement across campus and the region.

ETSU honors 11 outstanding students for excellence in academics, leadership and service with induction into the prestigious 1911 Society.

The 2025 SoCon Runner of the Year discusses championships, comebacks, teamwork, and resilience.

Three students in ETSU’s Master of Health Administration program earned competitive administrative fellowships with major health systems across the U.S.

ETSU pre-service teachers gained hands-on STEM experience at West View Elementary, strengthening confidence and classroom readiness.

ETSU’s 2025-26 Great Lecture Series concludes on March 6 with lectures by Drs. Brandi Eveland-Sayers and Scott Honeycutt.