East Tennessee State University

From trailers and social media storytelling to a campus premiere and donor thank-you notes, the campaign behind “The ETSU Marching Bucs: A Comeback Story” brought the ETSU community together – and now it’s being recognized statewide.

ETSU earned Best in Show honors – and 12 additional awards – among 462 entries at the 2026 TCPRA Communication Awards, recognizing the creativity and collaboration happening across campus. https://bit.ly/4x0MKPf

ETSU is launching a new undergraduate degree to give students a direct path into one of Tennessee’s fastest-growing industries! 🎢

Beginning in fall 2026, the Bachelor of Business Administration in Hospitality and Tourism Management will prepare students for careers connected to tourism, entertainment, events, travel, and hospitality leadership.

ETSU launches new hospitality and tourism undergraduate degree - ETSU News ETSU is launching a new undergraduate degree focused on tourism, entertainment, events, and hospitality leadership!

ETSU has been selected for a new national initiative focused on helping rural students succeed in college and connect with careers that strengthen their communities.

The Rural Student Success Network includes just 17 institutions nationwide and will focus on transfer students, adult learners and workforce development in rural regions.

It’s another reflection of ETSU’s commitment to student success and serving Appalachia.

https://news.etsu.edu/articles/etsu-joins-national-rural-student-success-network

Congratulations to Dr. Robert Pack on his appointment as Dean of the ETSU College of Public Health! With nearly two decades at ETSU – including roles as Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and Executive Vice Provost – Dr. Pack brings a wealth of experience to this role. On July 1, he becomes only the second dean in the college's history, following the retirement of founding dean Dr. Randy Wykoff. https://news.etsu.edu/articles/etsu-appoints-dr-robert-pack-as-dean-of-college-of-public-health

Since 2009, the ETSU College of Public Health has secured more than $53 million in external research funding, thanks in part to its numerous research centers shaping the future of health and well being in Appalachia.

National recognition. Community impact. Academic excellence.

Dr. Christina Tarasidis Pitchford (’26) has been named a recipient of the U.S. Public Health Service Excellence in Public Health Pharmacy Award — one of just 85 student pharmacists nationwide to earn this prestigious honor.

From leading nationally recognized substance use disorder outreach efforts to graduating with a perfect 4.0 GPA, her journey reflects the impact ETSU Bill Gatton College of Pharmacy's student pharmacists are making across Appalachia and beyond.

Learn more about her achievement:

ETSU grad earns prestigious public health pharmacy award - ETSU News ETSU Bill Gatton College of Pharmacy graduate Christina Tarasidis Pitchford was one of just 85 nationwide to receive a prestigious national award.

The Nurse Narratives Initiative was created to make space for real stories from nurses. Stories that don’t always get told.

Some are featured in “Nurse: Empathy Heals.” Others are still being shared every day.

If you’re a nurse, you can add your voice. If you’re listening, you can learn from theirs.

Find out more at the link below.
https://nurse.etsu.edu/

Not saying campus made the clouds look this good… or are we? ☁️💙

ETSU is launching a new graduate degree designed to prepare students for some of today’s most urgent challenges. 🌎

Beginning in fall 2026, the Master of Science in Environment, Health and Disaster Sciences will prepare students for careers connected to disaster preparedness, environmental health, public health and resilience planning.

ETSU launches new disaster sciences graduate degree - ETSU News ETSU’s new graduate degree prepares students for careers in environmental health, disaster resilience and public health.