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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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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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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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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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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 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 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 Great Lecture Series on Nov. 7 showcases faculty excellence

ETSU Great Lecture Series on Nov. 7 showcases faculty excellence

ETSU’s Great Lecture Series continues Nov. 7, featuring faculty experts Drs. Gordon, Hale, and Killmeyer. Free and open to the public.
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How to stand out when applying to medical school

How to stand out when applying to medical school

Interested in medical school? The ETSU Quillen College of Medicine’s associate dean of admissions has some tips to make your application stand out.
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First-gen ETSU student pursues rural health mission

First-gen ETSU student pursues rural health mission

ETSU student Olivia Rogers turns her small-town roots and global experiences into a mission to bring compassionate, culturally aware care to rural Appalachia.
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A hands-on introduction to pharmacy at ETSU

A hands-on introduction to pharmacy at ETSU

East Tennessee State University Bill Gatton College of Pharmacy will host a Pharmacy Career Showcase on Saturday, Nov. 8.
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ETSU announces summer 2025 dean's list

ETSU announces summer 2025 dean's list

ETSU has announced the summer 2025 dean's list.
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ETSU Great Lecture Series begins Oct. 17

ETSU Great Lecture Series begins Oct. 17

ETSU’s Great Lecture Series begins Oct. 17, showcasing Dr. Alali and Dr. O’Neil and their work in public health and physical education.
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ETSU Nursing faculty honored with statewide excellence awards

ETSU Nursing faculty honored with statewide excellence awards

Two East Tennessee State University College of Nursing faculty have been recognized with top honors from the Tennessee Nurses Association
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Why philosophy majors thrive in the real world

Why philosophy majors thrive in the real world

Philosophy majors have good career outcomes, outperforming business students on GMAT and ranking among top GRE/LSAT scorers.
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Jostin's Filmmaking Journey

Jostin's Filmmaking Journey

Jostin Bo Woods’ story ranges from working in architecture to finding passion in travel photography.
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AC's True Calling

AC's True Calling

At ETSU, AC experienced the power of special education firsthand in a way that would transform her career forever.
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ETSU celebrates record enrollment

ETSU celebrates record enrollment

ETSU celebrated record enrollment with 2,284 first-year students for Fall 2025, the largest incoming class in university history.
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Princeton Review names ETSU a Best College in the South

Princeton Review names ETSU a Best College in the South

Princeton Review recognizes ETSU as a Best College in the South, cementing its reputation as one of the top value universities in Tennessee.
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Mike Stoots earns Distinguished Faculty Award in Teaching

Mike Stoots earns Distinguished Faculty Award in Teaching

Dr. Mike Stoots, professor in the ETSU College of Public Health, has been awarded the 2025 Distinguished Faculty Award in Teaching.
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You don’t have to figure it out alone at ETSU

You don’t have to figure it out alone at ETSU

Feeling overwhelmed by college? ETSU's Mary V. Jordan Center offers support from application to career.
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Best-selling Author John Green to speak at ETSU festival on Feb. 26

Best-selling Author John Green to speak at ETSU festival on Feb. 26

John Green, best-selling author of The Anthropocene Reviewed, will speak at ETSU's Festival of Ideas on Feb. 26, 2026.
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Top tech tools every student should know

Top tech tools every student should know

From D2L and Degree Works to databases and 3D printers, ETSU provides many technological tools students need.
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Quillen College of Medicine to increase class size in 2026

Quillen College of Medicine to increase class size in 2026

East Tennessee State University’s Quillen College of Medicine will expand the size of its incoming classes in 2026, growing from 78 students to 100 students.
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ETSU presents Distinguished Faculty Awards

ETSU presents Distinguished Faculty Awards

Three ETSU faculty members were honored with the university’s highest award for excellence in teaching, research, and service at the annual Faculty Convocation.
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ETSU students get real money to invest with new partnership

ETSU students get real money to invest with new partnership

ETSU finance students manage actual investment portfolios through a new partnership.
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Gatton College of Pharmacy welcomes Class of 2029

Gatton College of Pharmacy welcomes Class of 2029

Members of ETSU's Bill Gatton College of Pharmacy’s Class of 2029 have received their white coats, marking the beginning of their pharmacy school journey.
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Rachel's Found Family

Rachel's Found Family

Despite her initial fears, Rachel Moore quickly found her second family at ETSU.