MEMPHIS, Tennessee, Aug. 8 -- The University of Memphis issued the following news release: * * * Support from Scripps Howard Fund Makes Open-Source Investigative Reporting Possible * * * The Institute for Public Service Reporting at the University of Memphis has received a $300,000 grant from the esteemed Scripps Howard Fund, in partnership with the Adam R. Scripps Foundation, to start an open-source investigative reporting graduate program expected to become a critical asset for current and  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Aug. 6 -- Vanderbilt University issued the following news: Click here. Open this attachment. Log into your account. We get dozens of emails daily asking us to perform these kinds of tasks--but all it takes is one from a malicious actor to risk exposing personal information ... or worse, the safety of a nation. Prof. Holly Tucker and Immersion Vanderbilt students researching phishing threats (Harrison McClary/Vanderbilt) "People everywhere click on things they shouldn't c  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Aug. 6 -- Vanderbilt University issued the following news: The Division of Government and Community Relations has announced the opening of applications for the Community Engagement Collaboration Fund. The fund aims to foster new avenues for radical collaboration among university partners and local community organizations. In its inaugural spring 2024 cycle, the fund supported nine partnerships between Vanderbilt and Nashville-based organizations. These projects addressed  more

CLARKSVILLE, Tennessee, Aug. 9 -- Austin Peay State University issued the following news: By Megan Simpson Austin Peay State University's Eriksson College of Education joined with its community college and school district partners to celebrate the future of education with a series of signing ceremonies hosted July 30 - Aug. 1. The events introduced new participants to the Grow Your Own Teacher Residency program, which now includes Overton County Schools and Putnam County Schools as partner di  more

CLARKSVILLE, Tennessee, Aug. 9 -- Austin Peay State University issued the following news: PARIS, France -- Austin Peay State University graduate Wes Kitts will compete in the Olympic weightlifting competition Saturday, representing Team USA in the 102-kilogram division. In an exclusive interview from Paris, Kitts shared his thoughts on representing his country and how his time as an NCAA athlete prepared him for the Olympic stage. "Representing Team USA is one of the greatest honors," Kitts sa  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Aug. 6 -- Vanderbilt University issued the following news: By Jenna Somers Metro Nashville Public School students enrolled in programs offered by the Collaborative for STEM Education and Outreach at Vanderbilt Peabody College of education and human development experienced a summer of learning that sowed the seeds of budding scientists. The CSEO enhances STEM literacy through establishing unique partnerships between university scientists, K-12 educators and students, and t  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Aug. 5 -- Vanderbilt University issued the following news: The Vanderbilt Policy Accelerator for Political Economy and Regulation (VPA) is leading the way in research and policy recommendations on the governance of artificial intelligence. At the Third Annual Networks, Platforms & Utilities conference hosted by the VPA in June, the groundbreaking initiative was commended by FTC Chair Lina Khan for its impact on her work with the agency. As part of Discovery Vanderbilt, Va  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Aug. 6 -- Vanderbilt University issued the following news: Rooted in authentic connection and engagement, Vanderbilt's residential college experience is a special aspect of student life at the university. Undergraduate houses and colleges are led by faculty, with their families and pets, who live with students, creating another vibrant layer of learning and community. Meet the university's newest faculty heads of house and heads of college in this special series. Andrew F  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Aug. 6 -- Vanderbilt University issued the following news: Rooted in authentic connection and engagement, Vanderbilt's residential college experience is a special aspect of student life at the university. Undergraduate houses and colleges are led by faculty, with their families and pets, who live with students, creating another vibrant layer of learning and community. Meet the university's newest faculty heads of house and heads of college in this special series. Brittany  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Aug. 7 -- Vanderbilt University issued the following news: Rooted in authentic connection and engagement, Vanderbilt's residential college experience is a special aspect of student life at the university. Undergraduate houses and colleges are led by faculty, with their families and pets, who live with students, creating another vibrant layer of learning and community. Meet the university's newest faculty heads of house and heads of college in this special series. Emily Pe  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Aug. 8 -- Vanderbilt University issued the following news: Rooted in authentic connection and engagement, Vanderbilt's residential college experience is a special aspect of student life at the university. Undergraduate houses and colleges are led by faculty, with their families and pets, who live with students, creating another vibrant layer of learning and community. Meet the university's newest faculty heads of house and heads of college in this special series. Huili Ho  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Aug. 7 -- Vanderbilt University issued the following news: Rooted in authentic connection and engagement, Vanderbilt's residential college experience is a special aspect of student life at the university. Undergraduate houses and colleges are led by faculty, with their families and pets, who live with students, creating another vibrant layer of learning and community. Meet the university's newest faculty heads of house and heads of college in this special series. Robin Mi  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Aug. 10 -- Gov. Bill Lee, R-Tennessee, issued the following news on Aug. 9, 2024: Today, Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee announced the Cincinnati Reds and Atlanta Braves will play a regular season game in the MLB Speedway Classic at Tennessee's Bristol Motor Speedway on Saturday, August 2, 2025. This historic announcement marks the first American or National League game played in Tennessee. "Tennessee has a remarkable history of hosting sporting events on the national stage, and   more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Aug. 5 -- Vanderbilt University issued the following news: Welcome back, 'Dores! The Vanderbilt University Facilities Department has been hard at work this summer improving and renovating campus through various projects. As you return to campus, you will notice that there are several projects still under construction. Here are some helpful resources to make navigating campus easier, by foot or vehicle. Things to know: 25th Avenue between Blakemore Avenue and Children's  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Aug. 9 -- Vanderbilt University issued the following news: Muhammad Yunus (Daniel Dubois/Vanderbilt) Nobel laureate and economist Muhammad Yunus, PhD'71, was recently chosen by President Mohammed Shahabuddin to lead an interim government in Bangladesh. Yunus returned to his native country on Thursday, Aug. 8, after weeks of student-led protests. He met with Shahabuddin and army chief Gen. Waker-Uz-Zaman before taking his oath. Sixteen other people have been appointed to t  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Aug. 6 -- Vanderbilt University issued the following news: "The cities that strive in this century are those that offer a home and opportunities to researchers, innovators and entrepreneurs. Our next step must be to cultivate our home-grown innovation technology." With those words, Vanderbilt University Chancellor Daniel Diermeier set the vision for the Nashville Innovation Alliance Ecosystem Forum, the first of several gatherings bringing together leaders from Nashville'  more

JOHNSON CITY, Tennessee, Aug. 9 -- East Tennessee State University issued the following news: A new AmeriCorps program aimed at supporting the veteran population both at East Tennessee State University and in a surrounding seven-county area is in the works. That's thanks to a nearly $75,000 grant from Volunteer Tennessee, the governor's commission on volunteerism and service in Tennessee. "Having AmeriCorps on the campus of ETSU is a natural fit," said Dr. Susan D. McCracken, vice prov  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Aug. 6 -- Vanderbilt University issued the following news: Nominations are now open for the 2024 Fall Staff Awards. The awards recognize the many contributions of university staff to Vanderbilt's core goals and mission. Nomination guidelines and award amounts >> Save the date for Fall Staff Assembly The winners of each award will be announced at the fourth annual Fall Staff Assembly, scheduled for Thursday, Nov. 14, in the Student Life Center Ballroom. More details   more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Aug. 6 -- Vanderbilt University issued the following news: This fall, Vanderbilt Peabody College of education and human development seeks to strengthen and advance its global reach. The Peabody Research Office will expand its mission and strategy to include Peabody Global Initiatives. Peabody Global Initiatives will support faculty to pursue international research and disseminate knowledge as well as develop impactful partnerships and networks through a culturally and cont  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Aug. 5 -- Vanderbilt University issued the following news: Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs C. Cybele Raver has announced reappointments for Douglas Christiansen, vice provost for university enrollment affairs, and Tracey George, vice provost for faculty affairs and professional education, beginning July 1, 2024. "I am thrilled to see Doug and Tracey continue in their pivotal roles," Raver said. "Their unwavering commitment to academic excellence and innov  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Aug. 9 -- Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti issued the following news on Aug. 8, 2024: Today, Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti, along with a coalition of 14 other state attorneys general led by Kansas, filed a lawsuit in federal court to halt the Biden administration's plan of extending ACA benefits to illegal immigrants. The final rule, scheduled to go into effect on November 1, would grant taxpayer-subsidized health plans to over 200,000 illegal im  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Aug. 8 -- Trevecca Nazarene University issued the following news: Trevecca Nazarene University is offering a free, video-based financial literacy training to help participants build skills, knowledge and behaviors that will empower them to make smart, informed decisions about money. The training series is designed especially for pastors, church leaders and nonprofit managers, but is available to anyone who would like to gain understanding and training in personal finance.   more

GREENVILLE, Tennessee, Aug. 8 -- Tusculum University issued the following news: By Jim Wozniak Students who have completed an associate degree at Walters State Community College will be able to seamlessly transfer to Tusculum University through a new agreement between the two higher education institutions. Tusculum and Walters State leaders inked the agreement during a signing ceremony Wednesday, Aug. 7, in the university's state-of-the-art Meen Center. Helping students progress smoothly tow  more

CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee, Aug. 8 -- The University of Tennessee Chattanooga Campus issued the following news: The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga has announced a new dual-enrollment initiative designed to provide local high school juniors and seniors with the opportunity to earn college credits while completing their high school education. This initiative aims to enhance educational outcomes, prepare students for future academic success and offer significant financial benefits. Beginning   more

CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee, Aug. 7 -- The University of Tennessee Chattanooga Campus issued the following news: By not taking "no" for an answer, University of Tennessee at Chattanooga Associate Lecturer Ryan Russell has used his lifelong optimism and tenacity to succeed, even luring Dallas Mavericks billionaire owner Mark Cuban into a Zoom call to a class. Cuban, also of TV's "Shark Tank" fame, appeared for 23 minutes on a Zoom call in April with Russell's marketing class, promising Cuban a $1,00  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Aug. 7 -- Vanderbilt University issued the following news: The Prenatal-to-3 Policy Impact Center at Vanderbilt Peabody College of education and human development recently received generous support from the Bezos Family Foundation and the Conrad N. Hilton Foundation to expand the center's capacity to provide guidance to states on effective early childhood policy, to understand the impact of states' governance of early childhood policies and programs on support for early ch  more

KNOXVILLE, Tennessee, Aug. 9 (TNSres) -- The University of Tennessee's Institute of Agriculture issued the following news release: * * * UTIA Plant Sciences Researcher Receives National Honor * * * JACKSON, Tenn. - Frank Yin, agronomy researcher in the University of Tennessee Department of Plant Sciences, has been selected as a 2024 American Society of Agronomy (ASA) Fellow. The honor was awarded as a result of Yin's more than 35 years of research contributions to institutions across the wo  more