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Fall Color Report: Autumnal hues poised for gradual fade into November

Fall Color Report: Autumnal hues poised for gradual fade into November
Fall color is entering its final stretch, with middle elevations near peak and Tri-Cities valleys expected to hold color into early November.
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National award recognizes ETSU Health ALS Clinic as model for collaborative care

National award recognizes ETSU Health ALS Clinic as model for collaborative care
The ETSU Health Gary E. Shealy Memorial ALS Clinic recently received 2026 George E. Thibault, MD Nexus Award.
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ETSU professor named Fellow of the American College of Clinical Pharmacy
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ETSU professor named Fellow of the American College of Clinical Pharmacy
ETSU Bill Gatton College of Pharmacy's Dr. Rick Hess has been named a Fellow of the American College of Clinical Pharmacy.
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Fall Color Report: Valley color builds as peak approaches

Fall Color Report: Valley color builds as peak approaches
Fall color is moving into the Tri-Cities, say ETSU experts, with peak conditions expected from late October to early November.
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Documentary NURSE: Empathy Heals highlights nurses’ stories

Documentary NURSE: Empathy Heals highlights nurses’ stories
The experiences of nurses and the essential role of empathy in healthcare took center stage at Nashville’s Belcourt Theatre on Oct. 21.
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Dula Day celebrates a legacy of service and impact

Dula Day celebrates a legacy of service and impact
ETSU’s Dula Day of Service welcomed 175 student volunteers across the region, honoring Dr. Chris Dula’s legacy through community service.
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ETSU announces ‘Suit Up Bucs!’ clothing drive

ETSU announces ‘Suit Up Bucs!’ clothing drive
ETSU Career Services partners with local organizations for a Nov. 2-6 professional clothing drive benefiting Bucky’s Career Closet.
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Keep public radio strong: Support WETS-FM

Keep public radio strong: Support WETS-FM
Support WETS-FM 89.5 during its Oct. 19-24 fall fund drive and help sustain public radio programming following the loss of federal funding.
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Fall Color Report: Highest peaks fade as color moves down

Fall Color Report: Highest peaks fade as color moves down
In the latest Fall Color Report, ETSU experts say peak color is shifting from the highest peaks into the mid-elevations.
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Niswonger Foundation and ETSU Research Corporation form alliance to grow companies and jobs in the Appalachian Highlands
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Niswonger Foundation and ETSU Research Corporation form alliance to grow companies and jobs in the Appalachian Highlands
The Niswonger Foundation will launch a new division, Niswonger Innovates, to work alongside the ETSU Research Corporation.
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Founders Week concludes with a look at ETSU’s future
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Founders Week concludes with a look at ETSU’s future
As part of Founders Week, ETSU President Dr. Brian Noland presented his annual State of the University address on Friday, Oct. 9, at the ETSU Martin Center.
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Fall Color Report: High elevations shine ahead of potentially windy weekend

Fall Color Report: High elevations shine ahead of potentially windy weekend
Fall color is spreading across the Southern Appalachians, with high elevations entering prime viewing as wind from Isaias could affect leaf retention.
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ETSU National Alumni Association to celebrate distinguished alumni and friends
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ETSU National Alumni Association to celebrate distinguished alumni and friends
The ETSU National Alumni Association will host a special Evening of Distinction and ETSU PRIDE Awards Ceremony on Friday, Nov. 6.
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ETSU Elevates Pitch Competition winners selected

ETSU Elevates Pitch Competition winners selected
Emily Jenkins and Sophie Greear won the 2026 ETSU Elevates Pitch Competition with “Play it Forward,” a project focused on music education for students in unders
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Fall Color Report: High elevations near peak as season gets back on track

Fall Color Report: High elevations near peak as season gets back on track
Recent rain and cooler temperatures have improved the fall color outlook, with the Southern Appalachians’ highest elevations approaching peak.
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Financial aid applications now open for 2027-28
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Financial aid applications now open for 2027-28
Submit the 2027-28 FAFSA and ETSU General Scholarship Application to kick off your search for money to pay for college.
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ETSU waives application fee for out-of-state students
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ETSU waives application fee for out-of-state students
Prospective first-year and transfer students living in states outside of Tennessee interested in ETSU will have the opportunity to apply for free during October
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ETSU to host third annual Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Summit

ETSU to host third annual Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Summit
ETSU to host third annual Upper East Tennessee Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Summit on Oct. 7.
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ETSU student pharmacists make a global impact in Malawi

ETSU student pharmacists make a global impact in Malawi
ETSU student pharmacists joined an interprofessional team in Malawi, providing care for more than 2,000 children while gaining invaluable global health experien
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Fall Color Report: Rain, cooler nights bring welcome change

Fall Color Report: Rain, cooler nights bring welcome change
Recent rain and cooler nights are offering some relief for fall foliage, though ETSU experts say color may run slightly behind in parts of the region.
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ETSU to host Tri-Cities Financial Aid Night Oct. 5
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ETSU to host Tri-Cities Financial Aid Night Oct. 5
Get free FAFSA help on Oct. 5 from 5-8 p.m. at ETSU’s Tri-Cities Financial Aid Night. One-on-one assistance is available for students and families.
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ETSU Elevates teams to pitch ideas for regional impact

ETSU Elevates teams to pitch ideas for regional impact
Seven ETSU Elevates teams will pitch community-focused projects Oct. 5 at the Martin Center for the Arts for a chance at additional funding.
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ETSU named to Great Colleges to Work For® for third year

ETSU named to Great Colleges to Work For® for third year
ETSU is recognized as a Great College to Work For®, excelling in compensation and benefits, shared governance, and faculty experience.
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Fall color report: Warm nights, dry conditions slow color development

Fall color report: Warm nights, dry conditions slow color development
Warm nights and dry conditions are slowing fall color development, ETSU experts say, while drought stress is causing early leaf drop in some trees.
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ETSU to celebrate history, tradition during Founders Week

ETSU to celebrate history, tradition during Founders Week
ETSU celebrates its 1911 founding during Founders Week, Oct. 3-9, with special events honoring university history, community and tradition.
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Fueling Opportunities
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Fueling Opportunities
On Friday, Sept. 11, the ETSU Board of Trustees approved the naming of the Phil and Martha Bachman College of Arts and Sciences.
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ETSU among Forbes’ America’s Best-in-State Employers

ETSU among Forbes’ America’s Best-in-State Employers
ETSU is proud to be recognized among Forbes’ America’s Best-in-State Employers 2026.
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Building tomorrow's rural healthcare workforce
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Building tomorrow's rural healthcare workforce
Middle school students from rural communities visited ETSU's Academic Health Sciences Center to explore healthcare careers through hands-on experiences.
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Fall color forecast: Expect a season of contrasts across Appalachia

Fall color forecast: Expect a season of contrasts across Appalachia
ETSU experts say this year's Appalachian fall color season will be marked by variability, with weather creating different conditions across the region.
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ETSU to commemorate 25th anniversary of 9/11
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ETSU to commemorate 25th anniversary of 9/11
ETSU will commemorate the 25th anniversary of 9/11 with a remembrance ceremony and memorial stair climb on Sept. 11, 2026.