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ETSU awarded $29 million 'GEAR UP' grant to expand educational opportunities for rural students

ETSU awarded $29 million 'GEAR UP' grant to expand educational opportunities for rural students

ETSU has been awarded a $29 million grant to launch the ETSU GEAR UP Partnership, an initiative to expand educational opportunities for rural students.
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President Noland delivers annual 'State of the University' address

President Noland delivers annual 'State of the University' address

On October 10, East Tennessee State University President Dr. Brian Noland delivered the annual State of the University address.
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Cancer fighters, survivors welcomed for free photo sessions

Cancer fighters, survivors welcomed for free photo sessions

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.
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ETSU experts forecast peak fall colors ahead

ETSU experts forecast peak fall colors ahead

ETSU experts say bright days and cool nights are setting up ideal conditions for vibrant Appalachian fall foliage.
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ETSU joins Great Colleges to Work For® Honor Roll

ETSU joins Great Colleges to Work For® Honor Roll

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