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For four days, Dr. Pam Peterson Mobley, an Erwin native, was among the hundreds of people missing after Hurricane Dorian struck the Abaco Islands in the northern Bahamas on Sept. 1. She stayed to help provide medical relief on the island.
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Quillen alumna weathers Hurricane Dorian, Erwin native stays on island for medical relief

For four days, Dr. Pam Peterson Mobley, an Erwin native, was among the hundreds of people missing after Hurricane Dorian struck the Abaco Islands in the northern Bahamas on Sept. 1.

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A 1929 photo of Byrd Moore’s Hot Shots (Byrd Moore, Clarence Greene and Clarence “Tom” Ashley)
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Johnson City Sessions

ETSU faculty, musicians instrumental in bringing Johnson City Sessions anniversary celebration to fruition

A number of East Tennessee State University faculty and musicians, along with several community organizations, have been instrumental in organizing and bringing to fruition an upcoming celebration of Appalachian music.

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ETSU launching free entrepreneurship program for veterans

Following World War II, the U.S. witnessed a surge in businesses started by veterans, and today, veteran entrepreneurship continues to impact the American economy.

Oct 12, 2019 at 3:21 PM
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‘ET Echo’ shares campus news, provides valuable experience to students

The “ET Echo” is the newest brainchild of East Tennessee State University’s student media. Recently launched, this five-minute news report is a collaboration between the East Tennessean and The Edge 89.5 HD4, ETSU’s student newspaper and radio station.

Oct 11, 2019 at 4:37 PM
From left (back row): First Sergeant (1SG) Scott Nation; Staff Sergeant (SSG) Joseph Baydoun; Major Mike Smith. From left (front row): David Haselroth, ETSU Office of Veterans Affairs; Guy Hurd, Interim Director of ETSU Office of Veterans Affairs; Lana Moore, field representative for Sen. Lamar Alexander; Bill Darden, district director for Rep. Phil Roe; and Dr. Brian Noland, ETSU president.
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National Guard honors ETSU Veterans Affairs with Minuteman Award

The Tennessee Army National Guard recently visited East Tennessee State University to present a Minuteman Award to the Office of Veterans Affairs in recognition of the university’s participation in the Tennessee STRONG Act.

Oct 11, 2019 at 4:34 PM
From left, Dr. Dennis Depew, dean of the ETSU College of Business and Technology; Tim Lingerfelt, National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying; Jared Wilson, ETSU Surveying Program coordinator; and Dr. Jinseok Hong, assistant professor
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National education award presented to ETSU Surveying and Mapping Program

East Tennessee State University is the only institution in the Southeast and among seven nationwide to receive a 2019 Education Award from the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES).

Oct 11, 2019 at 4:32 PM
ETSU students Macy Carmack (left) and Kaitlyn Taylor converse in American Sign Language.
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ETSU’s American Sign Language minor is addressing education need in Tennessee

A new law sparked interest in a new minor in American Sign Language at East Tennessee State University. Just one year later, the ASL minor is thriving and meeting the needs of educators, students and professionals from across the state.

Oct 11, 2019 at 4:29 PM
Members of the Sullivan East Patriot Regiment perform their show, 'Top Secret' at the third-annual Hilltopper Invitational Marching Band Festival.
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Bands of America

ETSU hosting Bands of America Competition this weekend

For East Tennessee State University’s Marching Bucs, Saturday’s Bands of America competition brings opportunity — and pressure.

Updated Oct 11, 2019 at 5:29 PM
From left, Johnson City Mayor Jenny Brock, ETSU SGA President Aamir Shaikh and ETSU President Brian Noland.
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ETSU, city leaders celebrate milestones at dedication ceremony

East Tennessee State University and Johnson City leaders gathered Thursday near Summers-Taylor Soccer Stadium to commemorate the 108th anniversary of ETSU’s dedication on Oct. 10, 1911, as well as the city’s upcoming 150th anniversary on Dec 1.

Oct 10, 2019 at 10:00 PM
ETSU President Brian Noland said he hopes the ETSU Elevates grants “will help bring new ideas to life and enhance existing projects.”
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ETSU President Noland announces new community service grants

East Tennessee State University President Brian Noland formally announced a new ETSU community service initiative at a Thursday ceremony commemorating the 108th anniversary of the university’s dedication and Johnson City’s sesquicentennial.

Oct 10, 2019 at 9:00 PM
For nearly two decades, Rice has worked closely with people who are experiencing homelessness, giving her a look at the effects of the opioid crisis on this population.
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ETSU professor looks to tackle opioid addiction among homeless population

East Tennessee State University College of Nursing professor Dr. Judith Rice has worked with people experiencing homelessness for nearly two decades, giving her insight into how substance abuse and the region’s opioid crisis has affected them.

Oct 9, 2019 at 9:00 AM
This early view of Gilbreath Hall, c. 1911, shows the central place of the building to the campus. At this time it housed all college classrooms and offices. It was eventually named in honor of the school's first president Dr. Sidney Gilbreath, who served from 1911-1925. The school's first cafeteria is shown to the far left.
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East Tennessee Normal School: an early history of ETSU

The humble college that sits in the heart of the Appalachian mountains that the people of Johnson City now know as East Tennessee State University did not start out hustling and bustling like it is today. 

Oct 5, 2019 at 11:15 PM
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ETSU Financial Aid encourages students to file FAFSA, launches new info services

East Tennessee State University’s Office of Financial Aid encourages students to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the 2020-21 academic year, and announces two new online services recently launched to assist current and prospective students of the university – a Chatbot named “Bucky” and Financial Aid TV.

Oct 4, 2019 at 4:23 PM
Crystal Chissell, vice president of operations and engagement for Project Drawdown, will present a lecture titled “Climate Solutions as Health Solutions” on Tuesday, Oct. 22, at 6 p.m. in the Millennium Center Ballroom.
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Lecture addresses ‘Climate Solutions as Health Solutions’

Crystal Chissell, vice president of operations and engagement for Project Drawdown, will present a lecture titled “Climate Solutions as Health Solutions” on Tuesday, Oct. 22, at 6 p.m. in the Millennium Center Ballroom.

Oct 4, 2019 at 4:23 PM
At its annual faculty/staff picnic, the ETSU College of Public Health presented Dr. Matthew Zahner with the Foundation Research Award. Pictured left to right are Dr. Brian Noland, ETSU president; Zahner; Dr. Wilsie Bishop, senior vice president for academics; and Dr. Randy Wykoff, dean of the College of Public Health.
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ETSU College of Public Health researcher secures two NIH-funded grants in 2019

External grant funding is often the lifeblood for researchers who are exploring new and better ways to improve health and quality of life.

Oct 4, 2019 at 4:23 PM
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