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ETSU celebrates legacy of Dr. Chris Dula

ETSU celebrates legacy of Dr. Chris Dula

ETSU’s annual Dula Day honors Dr. Chris Dula through service, learning, and community volunteering on Oct. 18.
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Red panda cub named for ETSU scientist

Red panda cub named for ETSU scientist

Zoo Knoxville honors ETSU’s Dr. Steven Wallace, naming a red panda cub after the Gray Fossil Site paleontologist. 
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Winners selected at ETSU Elevates Pitch Competition

Winners selected at ETSU Elevates Pitch Competition

ETSU students pitched projects to solve community issues, earning $20K in prizes during Founders Week’s ETSU Elevates Pitch Competition.
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Prime time for peak fall color in Appalachian Mountains

Prime time for peak fall color in Appalachian Mountains

ETSU experts report excellent fall colors developing at 4,500-5,500 feet this weekend in the Appalachian Mountains, ideal conditions for peak viewing. 
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ETSU Elevates pitch competition to invest in community partnerships

ETSU Elevates pitch competition to invest in community partnerships

ETSU students showcase innovative, community-focused projects at the ETSU Elevates Pitch Competition, part of Founders Week 2025.
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ETSU Health Surgical Oncologist to keep advanced cancer care close to home

ETSU Health Surgical Oncologist to keep advanced cancer care close to home

ETSU Health welcomes surgical oncologist Dr. Jennifer Whittington, bringing advanced cancer care and expertise home to Appalachia.
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Fall color arriving in Appalachia’s highest elevations

Fall color arriving in Appalachia’s highest elevations

ETSU’s latest fall foliage report shows peak colors arriving above 5,000 feet in Appalachia, with excellent viewing through early October.
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Bucs Rebuild Together: Appalachian communities rise After Hurricane Helene

Bucs Rebuild Together: Appalachian communities rise After Hurricane Helene

Nearly a year after Hurricane Helene caused historic flooding, ETSU remains engaged in long-term recovery efforts and strengthening regional resilience.
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Grammy-nominated professor helps restore Appalachian recordings

Grammy-nominated professor helps restore Appalachian recordings

ETSU’s Grammy-nominated Dr. Ted Olson helps restore 1925 Asheville recording sessions.
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ETSU Army ROTC instructor earns Purple Heart

ETSU Army ROTC instructor earns Purple Heart

An ETSU ROTC instructor and Purple Heart recipient reflects the university’s commitment to supporting military service members.