NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Aug. 21 -- Vanderbilt University posted the following news: * * * Among Nashville's artifacts, School for Science and Math at Vanderbilt students unearth community, history * By Jennifer Kiilerich Teenagers in the School for Science and Math at Vanderbilt (SSMV), staff with the Vanderbilt University Museum of Art (VUMA) and Nashville Metro Historical Commission archaeologists recently joined forces in a unique collaboration. Beginning in January 2025 with support fr  more

BRENTWOOD, Tennessee, Aug. 19 -- Lifepoint Health, a healthcare company, issued the following news: * * * Ascension Saint Thomas and Lifepoint Rehabilitation to Build New Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospital in Clarksville Ascension Saint Thomas and Lifepoint Rehabilitation, a business unit of Lifepoint Health, announced plans to build a new inpatient rehabilitation hospital on the Ascension Saint Thomas Clarksville Health Campus, pending state approval. The planned 40-bed facility marks the thi  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Aug. 21 -- Belmont University issued the following news: * * * Fall 2025 semester classes begin for 8,975 new Bruins Belmont welcomes a near-record number of students for the Fall 2025 semester. The total student enrollment reached 8,975 students on the first day of classes, a 9.4 percent increase since 2020, and a 2 percent increase over last year. The private, Christian institution in the heart of Nashville, Tenn. attracts applicants worldwide for its competitive und  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Aug. 18 -- Vanderbilt University posted the following news: * * * Center for Sustainability, Energy and Climate enters next phase with official launch * Building on last year's announcement of its creation through Discovery Vanderbilt, the university has officially launched the Vanderbilt Center for Sustainability, Energy and Climate to advance research and partnerships. "This is a landmark moment for Vanderbilt University as we officially launch a center dedicated to  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Aug. 18 -- Vanderbilt University posted the following news: * * * Class of 2029 makes Vanderbilt their home away from home at Move-In * Chancellor Daniel Diermeier joins student volunteers helping the Class of 2029 move into their rooms on The Ingram Commons during Move-In Day 2025. (Vanderbilt University) There's no better way to start a new chapter at Vanderbilt than with the enthusiastic Commodore hospitality at Move-In. New and transfer students received lots of h  more

JOHNSON CITY, Tennessee, Aug. 21 -- East Tennessee State University issued the following news: * * * ETSU's bluegrass program earns national music honor By O.J. Early The nation's largest and oldest bluegrass degree program just got official recognition to match its reputation. The National Association of Schools of Music (NASM) has awarded accreditation to East Tennessee State University's Bachelor of Arts in bluegrass, old-time and roots music. The program becomes one of only a handful na  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Aug. 21 -- Vanderbilt University posted the following news: * * * Everything you need to know about health and well-being support at Vanderbilt * Are you searching for health and well-being resources for yourself or another Vanderbilt student? Vanderbilt staff are ready to provide you with support and care. Below are some of the health and well-being resources available through the Student Care Network.* Student Care Coordination Student Care Coordination can be y  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Aug. 21 -- Vanderbilt University posted the following news: * * * Football opener celebrates One Night, One City, One Vanderbilt with complimentary tickets for faculty, staff and students * Vanderbilt faculty, staff and students are eligible to receive complimentary tickets for the football team's season opener against Charleston Southern at 6 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 30, celebrating the exciting next chapter for head coach Clark Lea's Commodores and a community that live  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Aug. 18 -- Vanderbilt University posted the following news: * * * Founders Walk embraces new Vanderbilt students; emphasizes community, common purpose and collaboration * Standing at the 21st Street bridge, before it was their moment to cross, members of each house on Vanderbilt's Ingram Commons took a moment to pause and listen to a prerecorded message. Founders Walk 2025 (Vanderbilt University) Photo: {credit} "Good evening! Welcome to the start of your journey  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Aug. 21 -- Vanderbilt University posted the following news: * * * Improving Financial Stress: Causes, Signs and Solutions * Stress is a part of life. And one stressor that's front and center for many of us right now is money. Money provides access to necessities and opportunities, but it's also a common source of anxiety. With a few key tips, you can learn to manage financial stress and have a healthier relationship with money that promotes financial stability and suppo  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- George Washington University posted the following news: * * * Media Tip Sheet: Heatstroke Concerns Among High School Football Players * A warning to parents and coaches as high school football practice gets underway. According to the National Institute of Health, exertional heat stroke is the leading cause of sudden death in high school football players. Experts believe football players are more vulnerable because of the heavy equipment they wear. Just last month  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Aug. 18 -- Vanderbilt University posted the following news: * * * Respecting and supporting religious observances at Vanderbilt * As the new academic year begins, many around campus are finding a rhythm for balancing classes, campus activities and community life. For many, this season also holds meaningful moments of faith and tradition. In the weeks and months ahead, many religious and spiritual communities at Vanderbilt will observe significant holy days. To help th  more

MEMPHIS, Tennessee, Aug. 19 -- EFI Global, a subsidiary of Sedgwick, a provider of technology-enabled risk and benefit solutions, issued the following news release: * * * Sedgwick expands EFI Global capabilities to Spain Mara Redaelli to lead fire forensics expansion * MADRID - EFI Global, a market leader in forensic engineering, fire investigations, and environmental consulting and wholly owned subsidiary of Sedgwick, the world's leading risk and claims administration partner, announces t  more

MEMPHIS, Tennessee, Aug. 22 (TNSrep) -- Sedgwick, a provider of technology-enabled risk and benefit solutions, issued the following news release on Aug. 21, 2025: * * * Sedgwick's 2025 Loss Adjusting Insights Report reveals key trends shaping property claims Sedgwick, the world's leading risk and claims administration partner, today announced the launch of its first annual Loss Adjusting Insights Report. This first-of-its-kind report offers a comprehensive analysis of the most pressing trends  more

CAMDEN, New Jersey, Aug. 21 [Category: BizWater] -- American Water, a water and wastewater company, posted the following news release: * * * Tennessee American Water Invests Over $5 Million in Lookout Valley River Crossing to Enhance System Reliability * Chattanooga, TN (August 21, 2025) - Tennessee American Water is investing over $5 million in a critical infrastructure project that will install 7,200 feet of 16-inch pipe to enhance water system reliability and service in the Lookout Valley  more

COOKEVILLE, Tennessee, Aug. 19 -- Tennessee Technological University issued the following news release: * * * Tennessee Tech associate professor lands $2.5 million NIH grant to improve knee replacement technology More than 1 million Americans will undergo total knee arthroplasty, better known as knee replacement surgery, each year. A faculty member at Tennessee Tech University is on a mission to improve those surgical outcomes through advances in knee replacement technology - now with the hel  more

KNOXVILLE, Tennessee, Aug. 23 -- The University of Tennessee's Institute of Agriculture issued the following news release: * * * UT Beef and Forage Systems and PLF Technologies in Focus in September Learn More about Farming for the Future September 23 and 24 * SPRING HILL, Tenn. - Beef cattle producers and those interested in the industry, as well as those interested in poultry production, are welcome to visit the University of Tennessee Middle Tennessee AgResearch and Education Center on S  more

KNOXVILLE, Tennessee, Aug. 20 -- The University of Tennessee issued the following news: * * * UT Celebrates Opening of New Residence Halls Leadership from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, gathered with community partners on Aug. 18 to dedicate the new Poplar and Beacon residence halls. Poplar and Beacon are key components of the university's strategic plan for enrollment growth and will help meet the needs of students who are seeking to live on campus throughout their studies. Student  more

KNOXVILLE, Tennessee, Aug. 23 -- The University of Tennessee's Institute of Agriculture issued the following news release: * * * UT Extension Releases Grain Marketing Contract Video Series New Educational Resources Support Tennessee Grain Producers * Navigating the complexities of grain marketing is a critical part of farm profitability and risk management. Understanding marketing contracts and how they can be used to manage price risk is essential for corn, soybean and wheat producers in T  more

KNOXVILLE, Tennessee, Aug. 21 -- The University of Tennessee's Institute of Agriculture issued the following news release: * * * Soybean Disease and Insect Field Day Scheduled for September 9 Learn Management Strategies for Row Crop Pests and Pathogens * MILAN, Tenn. - Row crop producers are invited to learn the latest disease and insect management strategies at the annual Soybean Disease and Insect Field Day. Hosted by the University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture (UTIA), this free   more

CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee, Aug. 20 -- The University of Tennessee Chattanooga Campus issued the following news: * * * UTC junior Vinny Nguyen awarded Boren Scholarship to study in Vietnam By Chuck Wasserstrom For the second consecutive year, a University of Tennessee at Chattanooga student has been named a recipient of the highly competitive David L. Boren Scholarship, an award designed to strengthen critical language skills and advance U.S. national security interests. Vinny Nguyen, a junior  more

CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee, Aug. 21 -- The University of Tennessee Chattanooga Campus issued the following news: * * * UTC School Psychology prepares to kick off the Rural Assessment Intervention Library By Bethany Cothran As the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga welcomes the class of 2029, the Department of School Psychology is ready to introduce the Rural Assessment Intervention Library (RAIL) System for school districts across the state to use to help children get the services they need  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Aug. 18 -- Vanderbilt University posted the following news: * * * Vanderbilt begins search for next dean of Arts and Science, names committee * Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs C. Cybele Raver has launched a global search for the next dean of the Vanderbilt University College of Arts and Science, who will begin their appointment in the 2026-27 academic year. Raver has tasked a committee with vetting candidates for the role. Since its founding in 1873,   more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Aug. 18 -- Vanderbilt University posted the following news: * * * Vanderbilt Programs for Talented Youth delivers unforgettable learning experience to Jack Kent Cooke Foundation scholars * By Jennifer Kiilerich This July 6 - 23, rising high school seniors in the Cooke Young Scholars Program immersed themselves in life and learning at Vanderbilt University. During the initiative's annual Senior Summit, 57 students stayed on campus, studied in advanced courses and parti  more