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Welcome From The President

Paul Stanton, Jr.

Greetings!

I am pleased to welcome you to East Tennessee State University. You are joining a long list of proud and dedicated individuals, both past and present, who have served admirably in helping ETSU grow from a small normal school, to a state teachers college, and to the fine comprehensive university of today. ETSU is recognized the nation over for its excellent programs, superb educators, health sciences programs, state-of-the art medical training, and most of all, for its outstanding students and alumni. This success is directly related to the determined work and devotion of our employees. Each of us makes an important contribution to the achievements of our students and the university.

As an employee of East Tennessee State University, you are an important part of the university's vision to become the University of Choice in the region and the best regional university in the nation. As we realize that vision, we recruit and retain personnel who have the talents and the commitment to help ETSU fulfill its mission to:


  • Educate students to become responsible, enlightened, and productive citizens;
  • Conduct scholarship that improves the human condition;
  • Serve business, education, government, health care systems, and community; and
  • Enhance the cultural environment of the region.

ETSU is a student-centered community of learning that reflects high standards and promotes a balance of liberal arts and professional preparation, continuous improvement, and core values where:

  • PEOPLE come first, are treated with dignity and respect, and are encouraged to achieve their potential;
  • RELATIONSHIPS are built on honesty, integrity, and trust;
  • DIVERSITY of people and thought is respected;
  • EXCELLENCE is achieved through teamwork, leadership, creativity, and a strong work ethic;
  • EFFICIENCY is acheived through wise use of human and financial resources, and;
  • COMMITTMENT to intellectual achievement is embraced.

This handbook sets forth general information and summaries of important policies concerning your employment at ETSU. It is not intended to represent all applicable employment guidelines nor complete policies. For further information and details, you should contact your supervisor, or the Office of Human Resources.

I wish for you a successful and fulfilling experience as a member of the ETSU family.

Sincerely,

Paul E. Stanton, Jr.
President