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ETSU Board of Trustees to hold quarterly meeting May 21

ETSU Board of Trustees to hold quarterly meeting May 21

ETSU’s Board of Trustees will hold its quarterly meeting and several committee meetings on Thursday, May 21.
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ETSU Commencement 2026: What to know before you go

ETSU Commencement 2026: What to know before you go

ETSU’s Spring Commencement is May 9. Here’s everything graduates and guests need to know for a smooth, memorable day.
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ETSU renaming sports complex after major partnership

ETSU renaming sports complex after major partnership

East Tennessee State University’s Campus Recreation Field Complex is getting a new name and a significant investment in student recreation facilities. 
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Finance and Administration Committee to hold special called meeting

Finance and Administration Committee to hold special called meeting

ETSU's Board of Trustees will hold a special called meeting of the Finance and Administration Committee on Tuesday, March 31.
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ETSU mourns the passing of President Emeritus Dr. Paul E. Stanton, Jr.

ETSU mourns the passing of President Emeritus Dr. Paul E. Stanton, Jr.

The following is a statement from ETSU President Dr. Brian Noland on the passing of President Emeritus Dr. Paul E. Stanton, Jr.
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ETSU Board Highlights Growth, Workforce Development and Economic Impact

ETSU Board Highlights Growth, Workforce Development and Economic Impact

The ETSU Board of Trustees received updates on growing spring enrollment, fall-to-spring retention rates, and economic impact.
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ETSU Board of Trustees to hold quarterly meeting February 20

ETSU Board of Trustees to hold quarterly meeting February 20

East Tennessee State University’s Board of Trustees will hold its quarterly meeting and several committee meetings on Friday, Feb. 20.
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Governor Lee's budget proposal includes major infrastructure investments for ETSU

Governor Lee's budget proposal includes major infrastructure investments for ETSU

Governor Bill Lee's proposed 2027 budget includes significant investments in East Tennessee State University's infrastructure and campus modernization.
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ETSU monitoring potential severe winter storm

ETSU monitoring potential severe winter storm

ETSU is preparing for possible severe weather in the days ahead.
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ETSU Board of Trustees to hold quarterly meeting November 14

ETSU Board of Trustees to hold quarterly meeting November 14

ETSU’s Board of Trustees will hold its quarterly meeting and several committee meetings on Friday, November 14
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President Noland delivers annual 'State of the University' address

President Noland delivers annual 'State of the University' address

On October 10, East Tennessee State University President Dr. Brian Noland delivered the annual State of the University address.
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Howard Reddy named vice president for University Advancement and president/CEO of ETSU Foundation

Howard Reddy named vice president for University Advancement and president/CEO of ETSU Foundation

ETSU announced today the appointment of Howard Reddy as vice president for University Advancement and president/CEO of the ETSU Foundation.
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ETSU joins Great Colleges to Work For® Honor Roll

ETSU joins Great Colleges to Work For® Honor Roll

ETSU is a Great College to Work For®, excelling in job satisfaction and support, professional development, mission and pride, well-being, and shared governance.
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John King named AVP for Advancement and executive director of ETSU National Alumni Association

John King named AVP for Advancement and executive director of ETSU National Alumni Association

John King has been named ETSU's associate vice president for Advancement and executive director of the ETSU National Alumni Association.
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Building leaders from within: ETSU establishes Leadership Academy

Building leaders from within: ETSU establishes Leadership Academy

ETSU has established a Leadership Academy to cultivate a robust pipeline of leaders from among faculty and staff.
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ETSU Board of Trustees to hold quarterly meeting September 12

ETSU Board of Trustees to hold quarterly meeting September 12

East Tennessee State University’s Board of Trustees will hold its quarterly meeting and several committee meetings on Friday, September 12.
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Summer 2025 Update from President Brian Noland

Summer 2025 Update from President Brian Noland

In this short video, ETSU President Dr. Brian Noland provides updates on the university's strategic efforts for summer 2025.
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ETSU presents 2025 Distinguished Staff Awards

ETSU presents 2025 Distinguished Staff Awards

Eight individuals were honored by their peers in the presentation of ETSUs 2025 Distinguished Staff Awards.
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ETSU celebrates three Harold Love Award winners

ETSU celebrates three Harold Love Award winners

ETSUs Dr. Felipe Fiuza, Natalie White and Leah Loveday are among the recipients of the 2025 Harold Love Outstanding Community Service Awards.
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ETSU Board of Trustees to meet May 23

ETSU Board of Trustees to meet May 23

ETSU's Board of Trustees will hold its quarterly meeting and several committee meetings on Friday, May 23.
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Dr. Keith Johnson named vice president for Student Success

Dr. Keith Johnson named vice president for Student Success

Dr. Keith Johnson has been named the vice president for Student Success at ETSU. He has more than 30 years of experience in higher education.
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ETSU extends application deadline for DrPH program

ETSU extends application deadline for DrPH program

ETSU's College of Public Health has extended the application deadline for its Doctor of Public Health program through June 1 for domestic applicants.
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ETSU Board to hold special called meeting

ETSU Board to hold special called meeting

ETSU’s Board of Trustees Finance & Administration Committee will hold a special called meeting at 11 a.m. on April 11 to review business.
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Spring 2025 Faculty and Staff Salary Enhancements

Spring 2025 Faculty and Staff Salary Enhancements

ETSU is investing over $2.1 million in targeted Spring 2025 salary adjustments to bring 388 faculty members in line with market rates.
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Building a Culture of Philanthropy

Building a Culture of Philanthropy

ETSU Student Foundation Ambassadors will empower student leaders to spread the spirit of philanthropy among their peers, alumni, and donors.
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ETSU Board celebrates record persistence rates, Police accreditation

ETSU Board celebrates record persistence rates, Police accreditation

ETSU reported its highest fall-to-spring persistence rates since 2020 during the quarterly meeting of the Board of Trustees held earlier today.
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Governor, General Assembly drive innovation with funding for ETSU science facilities

Governor, General Assembly drive innovation with funding for ETSU science facilities

Governor Bill Lee has included funding in this year's budget proposal for numerous initiatives to drive economic development and innovation.
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ETSU Board of Trustees to hold quarterly meeting

ETSU Board of Trustees to hold quarterly meeting

ETSU's Board of Trustees will hold its quarterly meeting and several committee meetings on Friday, Feb. 21.
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ETSU waives application fee for out-of-state students

ETSU waives application fee for out-of-state students

October is free application month at East Tennessee State University for out-of-state students.
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ETSU Classes Canceled Through Friday, October 4

ETSU Classes Canceled Through Friday, October 4

An update from Dr. Noland about campus support and closings due to Hurricane Helene.