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Brain Computer

UT Martin student Seth Hatchett researches brain imaging and neurotechnology to improve brain-computer interfaces and support people with neurological disorders.

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News and Updates

Gibson County Partnership Announced

A new partnership with UT Martin and TCAT Jackson expands dual enrollment, helping Gibson County students earn college credits and career-focused options.

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UTM Begins 125th Anniversary Celebration

UT Martin launched its 125th anniversary celebration with a formal campus ceremony honoring its history, leadership, and lasting impact in West Tennessee.

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Grand Challenges

Beyond the Classroom

As Ayden Carroll conducted research alongside her professor, she listened to what residents of West Tennessee’s rural communities had to say.

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News and Updates

UTM Wins National Community Bank Competition

Five College of Business and Global Affairs students became the third UT Martin team in eight years to win a title by finishing first in the 11th national 2025 Conference of State Bank Supervisors Community Bank Case Study Competition.

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UT Trustees Approve UTM Strategic Plan

The new UT Martin strategic plan, approved by the UT Board of Trustees at its winter meeting, highlights the university’s commitment to innovative learning opportunities, strengthening industry partnerships and supporting economic development in West Tennessee and othzer areas.

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Call Me MiSTER Donation

UTM's Call Me MiSTER program was presented with a $5,000 donation on behalf of the Crystal Renee Hayslett Foundation.

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UTM Enrollment Grows

UT Martin enrollment for the fall 2024 semester reached 7,507 students, the highest enrollment at the university since 2012.

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Free to Think

Jim Fieser launched the Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy in 1995, now boasting over 900 peer-reviewed articles and 7 million global visitors monthly.

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Alumni Association

UTAA Recognizes Outstanding Faculty

Each year, the UT Alumni Association recognizes outstanding faculty and staff for their work in three categories.

Yancy Freeman congratulates Hal Bynum on earning his UT Martin degree during Freeman’s first commencement as chancellor. Looking on is Philip Acree Cavalier, provost and senior vice chancellor for academic affairs.
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Freeman Presides Over First Commencement

Yancy Freeman presided over his first UT Martin commencement ceremonies as chancellor Dec. 9 at the Kathleen and Tom Elam Center.

Lathon Ross wears a shirt decorated by his students during a celebration of the first graduates from the Call Me MiSTER program at UT Martin.
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Call Me MiSTER

The Call Me MiSTER program strives to increase the pool of male minority educators to be effective role models.

Betsy Logan teaches students at Martin Middle School.
Grand Challenges

Meant to Do

Now more than ever, educators need extra support. At UT Martin, support abounds.

UT President Randy Boyd reads You Can't Buy a Dinosaur with a Dime to children during a Money Week class about financial literacy. Photo By Sam Thomas
From the President

UT Tackles Challenges

The UT System, with its statewide presence, people, expertise, resources and influence, is uniquely positioned to tackle grand challenges.

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News and Updates

Anonymous Gift Benefits Construction Management Degree

An anonymous gift will support UT Martin’s new Bachelor of Science in Construction Management, an engineering major developed to meet Tennessee workforce needs.

Kerry Witcher, Randy Boyd, Melanie Smith Taylor, and Keith Carver
News and Updates

UT Martin Receives Largest Gift in UT System’s History

A $79.5 million gift will allow UT Martin to increase educational program offerings in veterinary health technology and other agricultural disciplines in the near future.

Nancy Sanchez
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Conserja. Apoyadora. Amiga.

As an admissions coordinator, Nancy Sanchez provides the support and encouragement she wishes she received.

Savannah Matheny uses a power drill to assemble a horse skeleton named Ron
News and Updates

Animal Science Graduate Rebuilds Horse Skeleton

A 17-hand tall, fully articulated equine skeleton named Ron will be used as a teaching model in animal science courses.

Abby Murphy points her left toe, instructing a row of dance students behind her
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Staying ‘En Pointe’

Arts programs, including dance, are known to increase attendance rates and test scores, encourage critical thinking and boost creative writing skills—and for good reason.

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From Strength to Strength

UT System hosts teacher preparation convening.

UT Martin's rocket team pictured with an 8 foot rocket called "Skyhawk Screamer"
News and Updates

Rocketing Up

UT Martin’s rocket team members show off their entry in an international competition.

Angela Ammerman teaches Thai children the proper way to hold the violin bow.
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A More Musical World

UT Martin music education professor Angela Ammerman's life was changed after teaching violin to orphans in Thailand.

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Agricultural Business Degree Added

This is UT Martin's 18th bachelor’s degree program and expands the previous agricultural business concentration under the general agriculture degree.

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