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You don’t have to figure it out alone at ETSU

You don’t have to figure it out alone at ETSU

Feeling overwhelmed by college? ETSU's Mary V. Jordan Center offers support from application to career.
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Best-selling Author John Green to speak at ETSU festival on Feb. 26

Best-selling Author John Green to speak at ETSU festival on Feb. 26

John Green, best-selling author of The Anthropocene Reviewed, will speak at ETSU's Festival of Ideas on Feb. 26, 2026.
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Top tech tools every student should know

Top tech tools every student should know

From D2L and Degree Works to databases and 3D printers, ETSU provides many technological tools students need.
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Quillen College of Medicine to increase class size in 2026

Quillen College of Medicine to increase class size in 2026

East Tennessee State University’s Quillen College of Medicine will expand the size of its incoming classes in 2026, growing from 78 students to 100 students.
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ETSU presents Distinguished Faculty Awards

ETSU presents Distinguished Faculty Awards

Three ETSU faculty members were honored with the university’s highest award for excellence in teaching, research, and service at the annual Faculty Convocation.
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ETSU students get real money to invest with new partnership

ETSU students get real money to invest with new partnership

ETSU finance students manage actual investment portfolios through a new partnership.
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Gatton College of Pharmacy welcomes Class of 2029

Gatton College of Pharmacy welcomes Class of 2029

Members of ETSU's Bill Gatton College of Pharmacy’s Class of 2029 have received their white coats, marking the beginning of their pharmacy school journey.
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Rachel's Found Family

Rachel's Found Family

Despite her initial fears, Rachel Moore quickly found her second family at ETSU.
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Packing essentials for on-campus living

Packing essentials for on-campus living

Two ETSU resident advisors share their lists of handy items to pack to bring to residence halls this fall.
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Going to ETSU this fall? Here’s your quick-start guide.

Going to ETSU this fall? Here’s your quick-start guide.

From parking permits to textbooks and ID cards, here are a few simple tips to help you start the new semester strong at ETSU.
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Got your Financial Aid? Here’s what to do next.

Got your Financial Aid? Here’s what to do next.

Learn the final steps to take before the payment deadline to secure your ETSU class schedule.
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ETSU Quillen College of Medicine welcomes Class of 2029

ETSU Quillen College of Medicine welcomes Class of 2029

The ETSU Quillen College of Medicine officially welcomed 78 members of the Class of 2029 on Friday, July 25.
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Skylar Mittelsteadt: Elevating Her Community

Skylar Mittelsteadt: Elevating Her Community

Skylar has embraced leadership and service opportunities. After she graduates, she hopes to go to law school and pursue family and juvenile law.
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TRIO McNair Program changes mother’s life

TRIO McNair Program changes mother’s life

The TRIO Ronald E. McNair Program at ETSU changed Shanna Holt's life. Learn how the program made an impact on her future career.
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Matthew Kinsler: Purpose + Passion

Matthew Kinsler: Purpose + Passion

When Matthew came to ETSU, he knew what he wanted to study: math. A mentor, however, helped him realize another important part of the equation: his "why."
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ETSU announces spring 2025 dean’s list

ETSU announces spring 2025 dean’s list

ETSU has released the Spring 2025 Dean’s List, recognizing undergraduate students who earned a GPA of 3.5 or higher.
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Thomas's Story of Resilience

Thomas's Story of Resilience

Thomas Bales found a support system at ETSU to help him reach for big dreams in politics.
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Gage Latham Dives In

Gage Latham Dives In

When Gage Latham was growing up in Maryville, he dove head-first into anything he endeavored – a trait that followed him to college at ETSU.
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An ETSU professor is reframing Gandhi

An ETSU professor is reframing Gandhi

Dr. Michael Allen's new book explores Gandhi's political philosophy, offering timely insights into nationalism, democracy, and the voice of ordinary people.
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ETSU fossil discovery reveals giant ancient salamander

ETSU fossil discovery reveals giant ancient salamander

ETSU scientists uncovered Dynamognathus robertsoni, a massive fossil salamander that sheds new light on the evolution of Appalachian amphibians.
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Jahlil's Leadership Story

Jahlil's Leadership Story

ETSU grad Jahlil White embraced every opportunity to grow, lead and inspire during his time on campus.
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ETSU opens STRIVE applications for 2025 cohort

ETSU opens STRIVE applications for 2025 cohort

ETSU is accepting applications for the 2025 STRIVE program a no-cost, eight-week entrepreneurship course for veterans and military families.
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Celebrating National Higher Education Day

Celebrating National Higher Education Day

As we observe National Higher Education Day at ETSU, here are a few tips to help you break down one of the greatest barriers to college finances.
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Trent's Leadership Journey

Trent's Leadership Journey

As a political science major, former SGA president, and Roan Scholar, Trent's story is one of leadership, resilience, and service.
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Aaron's Story of Service

Aaron's Story of Service

Aaron’s ETSU journey is shaped by a deep commitment to helping others and a relentless drive to serve his community.
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ETSU offers new pathways with Chattanooga State Community College

ETSU offers new pathways with Chattanooga State Community College

ETSU and Chattanooga State Community College expand opportunities for students to seamlessly transition from associate to bachelors degree programs.
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ETSU student awarded Fulbright

ETSU student awarded Fulbright

ETSU senior Kyla Jernigan is a 2025-26 Fulbright U.S. Student Researcher studying mythology and leading arts-based workshops for youth in Hungary.
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Creating connection in virtual classrooms

Creating connection in virtual classrooms

ETSU's Whitney Oliver is making an impact on students through her commitment to excellence in online teaching.
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Celebrating the Class of 2025

Celebrating the Class of 2025

More than 2,000 received their degrees at ETSUs spring commencement ceremonies on May 10.
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A new generation of physicians

A new generation of physicians

ETSU's Quillen College of Medicine celebrated commencement on Friday, with 72 graduates crossing the stage at the Martin Center for the Arts.