Service & Impact

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Warm nights and dry conditions are slowing fall color development, ETSU experts say, while drought stress is causing early leaf drop in some trees.

ETSU celebrates its 1911 founding during Founders Week, Oct. 3-9, with special events honoring university history, community and tradition.

On Friday, Sept. 11, the ETSU Board of Trustees approved the naming of the Phil and Martha Bachman College of Arts and Sciences.

ETSU is proud to be recognized among Forbes’ America’s Best-in-State Employers 2026.

Middle school students from rural communities visited ETSU's Academic Health Sciences Center to explore healthcare careers through hands-on experiences.

ETSU experts say this year's Appalachian fall color season will be marked by variability, with weather creating different conditions across the region.

ETSU will commemorate the 25th anniversary of 9/11 with a remembrance ceremony and memorial stair climb on Sept. 11, 2026.

Across the Tri-Cities, entrepreneurs of all kinds are showing that innovation can thrive close to home.

The 59th annual ETSU Alumni Golf Classic will be held at Cattails at MeadowView in Kingsport, Tennessee on Friday, September 18.

ETSU's weekly Fall Color Reports return Sept. 11 with expert forecasts, science insights and tips for experiencing autumn across Appalachia.

The ETSU Health Johnson City Community Health Center’s (JCCHC) annual Community Health Fair returns Saturday, Sept. 12.

 ETSU’s Dr. Lori Meier receives the 2026 Distinguished Faculty in Service Award for her impact on graduate education, faculty mentorship and NASA outreach.

U.S. Veterans Magazine names ETSU a 2026 Yellow Ribbon School, adding to the institution's growing streak of military-friendly honors.

Students from across Tennessee can apply to East Tennessee State University for free until Sept. 30.

ETSU student-run marketing agency, BucHouse, has received the community-engaged learning designation to highlight the work being done with community partners.

After a childhood hospital stay introduced her to ETSU, first-year student Kamara Pennington is returning to begin her own journey as a Buc.

The Tri-Cities College Fair, hosted by ETSU Undergraduate Admissions, will give attendees the opportunity to learn more about college admissions, scholarships,

ETSU honored three faculty members with its 2026 Distinguished Faculty Awards, recognizing excellence in teaching, research and service.

A new ETSU initiative, supported by Truist Foundation, helps small businesses strengthen workplaces, improve retention and support families.

ETSU will host a regional conference exploring healthy aging, bringing together experts and community partners to support older adults and caregivers.

ETSU announces its 2026-27 Student Foundation Ambassadors after a successful year of promoting philanthropy among peers, alumni and donors.

ETSU Bill Gatton College of Pharmacy honored members of the Tennessee General Assembly for their support of the college, including historic state funding.

ETSU is once again on Forbes’ list of America’s Best Employers for Women in its 2026 ranking.

ETSU celebrates 30 years of ETSU PRIDE with redesigned yard signs that welcome students and showcase community support across the region.

ETSU showcased national leadership in interprofessional education at the Tennessee Interprofessional Practice and Education Consortium.

ETSU’s Quillen College of Medicine welcomed its largest entering class ever as 100 students received their white coats and began their medical school journey.

Marine veteran and Quillen College of Medicine student Jake Berens is one of 48 people nationwide selected as a 2026 Tillman Scholar.

Leadership Tennessee names ETSU’s Timothy Lewis to its NEXT Class XIII, recognizing statewide leaders advancing collaboration, education and Tennessee’s future.

ETSU earned Gold status in the 2026-27 Military Friendly® School rankings, honoring its commitment to veterans, service members and military-affiliated students