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Severe weather changes University plans
Due to a high potential for severe weather this evening, UTM is making several schedule changes.

WUTM STAFF
Mar 31, 20231 min read


UTM Elam Center Pool Closing Immediately
Yesterday, March 16, the University of Tennessee permanently closed the swimming pool located inside the Elam Center. (Photo/University Relations) The decreasing usage by Martin and UTM community, along side the cost of repairs and renovations has lead to the final decisions made by the University, reported by Dr. Andy Lewter, Vice Chancellor of Student Affairs. Current plans call for the pool space to be converted into an indoor recreational place. The area will help create

WUTM STAFF
Mar 17, 20231 min read


Ed Sargent guest artist series presents Stockton Helbing Quartet
The University of Tennessee at Martin Department of Music will welcome the Stockton Helbing Quartet n the Harriet Fulton Theatre on March 9.

Office of University Relations
Mar 7, 20232 min read


Howard to discuss rhetoric and identity in 4th century bishops' letters
Dr. Nathan Howard, UT Martin professor of history, will present at 4 p.m. on March 9 as part of the UT Martin Research Series.

Office of University Relations
Mar 2, 20232 min read


UTM students receive a threatening email
Just after 8 a.m. this morning, UTM students received a threatening email from an unknown sender, an investigation is underway.

WUTM STAFF
Mar 1, 20232 min read


Fall 2022 MBA consulting project provides work with local businesses
UTM MBA students had the opportunity to work under local businesses as outside consultants in the fall of 2022.

Office of University Relations
Mar 1, 20232 min read


Executive Order from SGA President Dawson Gremmels
Executive Order from SGA President Dawson Gremmels regarding Dr. Keith Carver's departure from the university.

Student Government Association
Mar 1, 20231 min read


Hamilton-Ryker Group commits $100,000 to the College of Business and Global Affairs
MARTIN, Tenn. – The University of Tennessee Foundation, Inc., has partnered with the Hamilton-Ryker Group, Inc., to support the UT Martin College of Business and Global Affairs and the UT Martin Department of Management, Marketing and Information Systems. The Hamilton-Ryker (McCreight/ Gallimore) Scholarship Endowment of $100,000 will be used for undergraduate and graduate scholarships. The endowment is named after UT Martin alumni Wayne McCreight and Crawford Gallimore, co-f

Office of University Relations
Feb 28, 20232 min read


WUTM and Pacer recognized for excellence
The Southeast Journalism Conference was held on February 10 in Thibodaux, La. where WUTM and The Pacer placed in multiple competitions.

WUTM STAFF
Feb 23, 20232 min read


Jackson native wins in Super Bowl LVII
Trey Smith, a Jackson, Tenn. native, took the field on Super Bowl Sunday as the right guard for the Chiefs.

WUTM STAFF
Feb 23, 20232 min read


38th annual Santa's Village
UTM and the city of Martin will host the 38th annual Santa's Village holiday celebration in the university McWherter Agricultural Compex

Office of University Relations
Dec 1, 20221 min read


Martin Kiwanis and city of Martin Christmas Parade
The city of Martin and the Martin Kiwanis will host the 2022 Christmas Parade on Monday, Dec. 5 with a theme of "Christmas Joy."

Office of University Relations
Nov 28, 20221 min read


SGA and SNA team up for Packs for Pals
MARTIN, Tenn. – The Student Government Association and Student Nurses Association are partnering to work on Packs for Pals this week, Nov. 14-18. The collections that will be given to these children will include basic necessities. The clubs are asking for donations of new clothes, shoes, hairbrushes, toys, etc. There will be a table in the University Center Hallway, Monday through Friday from 11 a.m.- 1 p.m. with club members collecting items for displaced children. Most o

Student Government Association
Nov 14, 20221 min read


Campus clubs partner for hurricane relief
Freshman Council and Rotaract will be teaming up this week to gather donation items for those affected by Hurricane Ian.

Student Government Association
Nov 14, 20221 min read


Veterans Week Activities
The University of Tennessee at Martin will be hosting Veterans Week on Nov. 7-11 to honor both veterans and active military personnel.

Office of University Relations
Nov 10, 20221 min read


UT Martin staff highlighted for work with ACT prep
The University of Tennessee at Martin had two staff members highlighted for their work with ACT prep through a joint celebration.

Office of University Relations
Nov 10, 20221 min read


Sigma Chi celebrates 15 years of brotherhood on UT Martin campus
The Kappa Psi chapter of Sigma Chi is celebrating 15 years of its charter.

WUTM STAFF
Oct 13, 20223 min read


UT Martin educator preparation program to host inaugural diversity workshop
The University of Tennessee at Martin Educator Preparation Program presents its inaugural diversity workshop on Oct. 20 from 4-6 p.m.

Office of University Relations
Oct 13, 20221 min read


Miss UT Martin and Tennessee Soybean Festival Scholarship Pageant
The 59th annual Miss UT Martin and 23 rd annual Miss Tennessee Soybean Festival will be crowned on Nov. 5 at 6 p.m. in the Boiling Universit

Office of University Relations
Oct 11, 20222 min read


Five UT Martin Students to attend 2022 AFA Leaders Conference
The University of Tennessee at Martin will have five student representatives at the annual Agriculture Future of America Leaders Conference.

Office of University Relations
Oct 10, 20221 min read
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