Strategic Initiatives

Governor Bill Lee's proposed 2027 budget includes significant investments in East Tennessee State University's infrastructure and campus modernization.

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

During its quarterly meeting, the ETSU Board reviewed progress and approved measures that support ETSU’s ongoing efforts to strengthen the region’s workforce.

ETSU held the official grand opening of the Mary V. Jordan Center, a student success hub already helping students connect with support and mentoring.

ETSU has been awarded a $29 million grant to launch the ETSU GEAR UP Partnership, an initiative to expand educational opportunities for rural students.

On October 10, East Tennessee State University President Dr. Brian Noland delivered the annual State of the University address.

ETSU is a Great College to Work For®, excelling in job satisfaction and support, professional development, mission and pride, well-being, and shared governance.

ETSU was awarded a grant by the Volunteer Tennessee Commission, which will be used to support the its community service partnership with United Way partners.

ETSU’s Dr. Aaron Polichnowski received the 2025 Distinguished Faculty Award in Research for his work in the field of hypertension and chronic kidney disease.

ETSU’s Dr. Tianhu Sun received the prestigious FFAR New Innovator Award for research boosting vitamin content in seeds naturally.