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Stories of impact highlight campaign’s success
Forever ETSU
Held April 21-27, Forever ETSU transformed ETSU’s traditional spring “Day of Giving” into a weeklong celebration of gratitude and giving, with special events held throughout the week to celebrate the impact of students, faculty and staff, and the community.
25 Years of Excellence, Impact, and Gratitude
Roan Scholars
This fall marks a significant milestone for the Roan Scholars Leadership Program at East Tennessee State University. Twenty-five years after welcoming its inaugural class of four extraordinary students, the Roan now celebrates over 100 alumni who lead and serve throughout the region and across the country.
‘The Crown Jewel of the Local Arts Scene’
ETSU Martin Center for the Arts
For three seasons, ETSU Martin Center for the Arts has elevated the local arts scene. Born from a vision to enrich the community, its Broadway shows, diverse performances, and dedicated volunteers continue to transform cultural experiences across the region.
ETSU is at the forefront of education for veterans
A Spring of Firsts
In April, ETSU earned Gold status in the 2025-26 Military Friendly® School rankings, a resounding endorsement of the university’s mission of supporting those in uniform.
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Summer 2025
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Students getting hands-on learning opportunities is at the core of ETSU’s approach to education.
ETSU has taken extraordinary steps to make the institution more affordable, and the U.S. New & World Report places ETSU in the top 10% in the nation when it comes to graduating students with the least amount of debt.
ETSU is an outdoor enthusiast’s dream, and readers of the Blue Ridge Outdoors magazine named ETSU the 2023 Top Adventure College.
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