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ETSU Health Family Medicine’s new street medicine program brings care directly to people experiencing homelessness while training resident physicians.

Two graduates of ETSU's College of Business and Technology share what it's like to be an entrepreneur in Johnson City.

ETSU alum Olivia Ellis, a successful art director in New York City, has designed band t-shirts for the Jonas Brothers.

ETSU students have earned the 2026 Goldwater Scholarship, one of the nation’s most prestigious honors.

ETSU is one of three universities nationwide selected to develop senior nutrition programs.

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

Seven of eight ETSU Fulbright applicants advanced to semifinalist status, marking first-ever institutional milestones across disciplines and destinations.

Student pharmacists at ETSU Bill Gatton College of Pharmacy ranked among the top five accredited pharmacy schools in the nation for NAPLEX and MPJE pass rates.

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

New ETSU research shows how preschool STEM education builds transferable skills, social-emotional learning and a sense of belonging. 

ETSU anthropologist Dr. Lindsey Cochran earned a national award for community-engaged archaeology, using modeling to protect coastal heritage at risk.

ETSU’s 3MT competition spotlighted research from a rare young rhino fossil at the Gray Fossil Site to national health disparities, showcasing graduate scholars.

ETSU’s first-ever iGEM team presented innovative research in Paris, tackling global hidden hunger and establishing ETSU as a rising leader in synthetic biology.

ETSU will honor 1,313 graduates on Dec. 13 with ceremonies featuring keynote speakers Fred Sauceman and Tara Scarlett.

ETSU’s Counseling Center offers practical guidance for managing holiday stress, with expert advice on boundaries, breaks and when to seek support.

Discover ETSU’s December 2025 events: Music, art exhibits, ice skating, Commencement and more.

ETSU’s Accelerated Bachelor’s to Master’s Program lets high-achieving students earn both degrees in as little as five years, saving time and money.

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 celebrates military service this November with Veterans Day events, a Quilts of Valor ceremony, and Military Appreciation Day at the football game.

ETSU celebrates National First-Generation College Student Day on Nov. 6, highlighting programs that help first-gen students thrive on their academic journey.

From the Mothman to Smoke Wolves, ETSU explores Appalachian monster myths as Halloween approaches.

ETSU dedicated a new art installation honoring the five students who integrated the university in the 1950s, celebrating their courage and lasting impact during

ETSU experts say this week marks the peak of fall color across Appalachia, with vibrant reds, golds, and oranges now lighting up foothills and valleys.

Researchers at East Tennessee State University’s Quillen College of Medicine have received more than $4.9 million in NIH funding in recent months.

ETSU’s Archives of Appalachia debuts “Appalachian Foodways: Apple Butter,” exploring how this cherished tradition connects food and culture.

ETSU student Olivia Rogers turns her small-town roots and global experiences into a mission to bring compassionate, culturally aware care to rural Appalachia.

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 Health’s new Division of Surgical Oncology seeks to honor all cancer patients and survivors with a free portrait session to celebrate their strength.

ETSU experts say bright days and cool nights are setting up ideal conditions for vibrant Appalachian fall foliage.