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ETSU first-gen student finds purpose in service
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ETSU first-gen student finds purpose in service

ETSU senior Thomas Bales reflects on his first-generation journey, the mentors who shaped him and his goal of expanding educational access in Appalachia.
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ETSU student named to 2026-27 Newman Civic Fellowship
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ETSU student named to 2026-27 Newman Civic Fellowship

ETSU’s Kenley Green has been named a 2026-27 Newman Civic Fellow for her commitment to civic leadership, rural Appalachia and community well-being.
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The ETSU CBAT students you’ll find in a baseball stadium
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The ETSU CBAT students you’ll find in a baseball stadium

While from different backgrounds, ETSU students come together as interns to craft unforgettable experiences around the baseball diamond.
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Emma Hurley: finding inspiration in Rome
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Emma Hurley: finding inspiration in Rome

ETSU student Emma Hurley studied interior architecture in one of the world's most architecturally significant cities during ETSU’s Studio Rome summer program.
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Nia Thompson: Making history and finding her voice
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Nia Thompson: Making history and finding her voice

ETSU student Nia Thompson is making history as the first Black Knoxville Youth Poet Laureate.
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ETSU’s Ali Johnson spends Semester at Sea, visits 10 countries
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ETSU’s Ali Johnson spends Semester at Sea, visits 10 countries

ETSU student Ali Johnson spends Semester at Sea, visiting 10 countries while studying global education.
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How poetry led Emerson Foriest to the world stage
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How poetry led Emerson Foriest to the world stage

Emerson Foriest is a Fulbright semifinalist. If she wins, she’ll research the English Romantic movement in the same region where it happened.
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How Nancy Lazo shows up intentionally
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How Nancy Lazo shows up intentionally

Nancy Lazo knew she was excited to go to college – but didn’t realize the impact community and connection would have on her journey.
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Alumna designs Jonas Brothers T-shirts
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Alumna designs Jonas Brothers T-shirts

ETSU alum Olivia Ellis, a successful art director in New York City, has designed band t-shirts for the Jonas Brothers.
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5 questions with student athlete Jason Bowers
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5 questions with student athlete Jason Bowers

The 2025 SoCon Runner of the Year discusses championships, comebacks, teamwork, and resilience.