Service & Impact

Three ETSU community members earned 2026 Harold Love Awards for leadership, service and impact across Appalachia and beyond.

ETSU will commission 13 Army cadets as Second Lieutenants on May 8, reflecting the university’s long tradition of supporting military-affiliated students.

ETSU Golden 50s Reunion returns May 8–9 with events, induction of the class of 1976, and commencement recognition. Register now to attend.

The ETSU College of Health Sciences honored its Distinguished Alumna awardee and Hall of Fame inductees on Friday.

ETSU Gatton College of Pharmacy secures increased state support, building on its community-funded roots to expand access and impact in Appalachia.

ETSU Gatton College of Pharmacy earned national APhA honors, including a 3rd straight first-place OSUD award and recognition for students and faculty.

ETSU Health Family Medicine’s new street medicine program brings care directly to people experiencing homelessness while training resident physicians.

ETSU is hosting an online child safety event for the community to provide resources and answer important safety questions.

Student leader Daylin Karlon highlights campus community through leadership, service, and internships that prepare him for a career in recreation management.

Twelve outstanding high school seniors from across the region have been selected as the newest members of the Roan Scholars Leadership Program.

Two graduates of ETSU's College of Business and Technology share what it's like to be an entrepreneur in Johnson City.

ETSU hosts Forever ETSU Week of Giving April 20–26, culminating with Forever Fest, a free community block party with music and family fun.

Nancy Lazo knew she was excited to go to college – but didn’t realize the impact community and connection would have on her journey.

For the third consecutive year, ETSU’s Quillen College of Medicine ranked top five nationally for graduates practicing in medically underserved areas.

Forty ETSU students traveled to Panama earlier this year, delivering essential health services to communities with limited access to health care.

Dr. Katelyn Alexander, Director of Experiential Education at ETSU Gatton College of Pharmacy, has been named a Fellow of the American Pharmacist's Association.

Dr. Kelly Moore's new documentary explores substance use treatment in jails – and why the weeks after release are the most dangerous of all.

Hannah Starnes says the Fulbright fit perfectly with her unique journey and aspirations – but didn’t realize she was making ETSU history.

ETSU’s Quillen College of Medicine celebrated Match Day on Friday as 100% of the Class of 2026 matched into residency programs across the country.

ETSU Drs. Debbie Byrd and Florence Weierbach were honored with top fellowships by the National Academies of Practice in March.

The ETSU Appalachian Highlands Economic Forum will cover topics including macroeconomics and the economy of the region.

Alex Montgomery didn’t always know what he wanted or the impact he could make – but it’s now clear thanks to the ability to step outside the classroom at ETSU.

Bringing heart, head and hands together: ETSU’s role in the VITA program.

Debbie Donaldson has spent most of her life on ETSU’s campus, earning her bachelor’s and serving the cadets with the ROTC program.

ETSU launched Boost and Togetherall, two free digital platforms offering students 24/7 mental health tools and anonymous peer support.

ETSU’s 2026 “At-a-Glance” highlights academics, research, campus life, student success and regional impact – plus facts to share with future Buccaneers.

ETSU ranked in the top 100 among Forbes’ America’s Best-in-State Employers, reflecting strong workplace culture and employee satisfaction.

Emmanuel Agbagba already had the unique experience of being an international student, but got to take it a step further in an unexpected way.

ETSU is hosting an award-winning professor to help students, staff and the community honor the life and legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr.

ETSU earned the Carnegie Community Engagement Classification by embedding hands-on, community-focused learning.