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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.

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.

ETSU is a Great College to Work For®, excelling in job satisfaction and support, professional development, mission and pride, well-being, and shared governance.

ETSU’s annual Dula Day honors Dr. Chris Dula through service, learning, and community volunteering on Oct. 18.

Zoo Knoxville honors ETSU’s Dr. Steven Wallace, naming a red panda cub after the Gray Fossil Site paleontologist. 

ETSU students pitched projects to solve community issues, earning $20K in prizes during Founders Week’s ETSU Elevates Pitch Competition.

ETSU experts report excellent fall colors developing at 4,500-5,500 feet this weekend in the Appalachian Mountains, ideal conditions for peak viewing. 

ETSU students showcase innovative, community-focused projects at the ETSU Elevates Pitch Competition, part of Founders Week 2025.

ETSU Health welcomes surgical oncologist Dr. Jennifer Whittington, bringing advanced cancer care and expertise home to Appalachia.

ETSU’s latest fall foliage report shows peak colors arriving above 5,000 feet in Appalachia, with excellent viewing through early October.

Nearly a year after Hurricane Helene caused historic flooding, ETSU remains engaged in long-term recovery efforts and strengthening regional resilience.

ETSU’s Grammy-nominated Dr. Ted Olson helps restore 1925 Asheville recording sessions.

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

Country star Kenny Chesney kicks off his Heart Life Music book tour Nov. 1 at ETSU’s Martin Center.

ETSU’s Project Welcome Home helps families in Appalachia recover from disaster and hardship through donations to an online housewarming registry.

ETSU’s Dr. Tianhu Sun received the prestigious FFAR New Innovator Award for research boosting vitamin content in seeds naturally.

ETSU experts predict remarkable fall colors across Appalachia, with cool weather potentially triggering earlier displays.

ETSU’s weekly reports for fall foliage in the Appalachian Mountains.

ETSU selected as one of just 60 institutions nationwide to join prestigious FirstGen Forward Network for 2025-26.

“Layered, Woven and Pierced: Appalachian Soul A Year On” opens Sept. 4 at ETSU's Tipton-Ashe art gallery.

U.S. Veterans Magazine names ETSU a 2025 Yellow Ribbon School, adding to growing streak of military-friendly honors.

ETSU has released a new documentary highlighting the powerful journey of the ETSU Marching Bucs to the 2024 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.

The ETSU Martin Center for the Arts will host the hit Broadway production Elf: The Musical on November 3 and 4, 2025.