Relief Efforts
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Devastating storms define Appalachia's 2024 climate
Devastating storms define Appalachia's 2024 climate
In 2024, Southern Appalachia experienced unprecedented weather extremes, including record-breaking heatwaves and catastrophic flooding from Hurricane Helene.
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49 Winchester concert raises over $35K for Helene relief
49 Winchester concert raises over $35K for Helene relief
The 49 Winchester Benefit Concert at ETSU's Martin Center for the Arts raised $35K for Second Harvest Food Bank's Hurricane Helene relief efforts.
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ETSU researcher earns grant to build flood dashboard using generative AI
ETSU researcher earns grant to build flood dashboard using generative AI
An ETSU researcher is developing a cutting-edge dashboard using generative artificial intelligence to assist in monitoring flooding in Central Appalachia.
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'Stories from the Storm' hopes to offer outlet for survivors
'Stories from the Storm' hopes to offer outlet for survivors
"Stories from the Storm: Reflections on Appalachian Resiliency" from ETSU Research Corporation, StoryCollab offers listening sessions for Helene survivors.
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ETSU community donates 30 boxes of supplies to flood-affected schools
ETSU community donates 30 boxes of supplies to flood-affected schools
ETSU's “Bucs Stuff the Bus” school supply drive raised 30 boxes of donations to deliver to local schools, especially those impacted by Hurricane Helene.
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49 Winchester performing at ETSU for hurricane relief
49 Winchester performing at ETSU for hurricane relief
49 Winchester will perform a special benefit concert at the Martin Center for the Arts to support Hurricane Helene relief efforts.
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ETSU experts explain Helene’s impact on Appalachia
ETSU experts explain Helene’s impact on Appalachia
East Tennessee State University climate officials explain why Hurricane Helene caused such severe destruction in Southern Appalachia.
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Safety in the Aftermath of a Hurricane
Safety in the Aftermath of a Hurricane
ETSU's Dr. Randy Wykoff provides his tips for staying safe in the aftermath of a hurricane.
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ETSU students send ‘Letters of Love’ to first responders, hurricane survivors
ETSU students send ‘Letters of Love’ to first responders, hurricane survivors
The ETSU community sends ‘Letters of Love’ to first responders and hurricane survivors in the region with the help of this student-led organization.
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What to Know Before Withdrawing Due to the Disaster
What to Know Before Withdrawing Due to the Disaster
ETSU wants to help you protect your academic record while you help your family, friends and community heal from the effects of Hurricane Helene.