SOS (Student Organization Showcase)
Spring 2021 Virtual Student Organization Showcase, January 26 from 4 - 7 PM
Start off the new semester by exploring ETSU student organizations at the SOS (Student Organization Showcase) and get involved!
Visit the virtual showcase of student organizations. Explore registered organizations by interest, interact with student leaders in real time using a digital meeting link, and request to join organizations when applicable. 10 lucky attendees will win prizes! Register for Prizes HERE!
For more information contact the SAO at studactv@etsu.edu.
Read about the participating organizations and simply click on their Zoom meeting links to visit the organizations you are interested in. Visit several and make sure you fill out a SOS exit survey for teh chance to win a prize!
Academic Clubs & Honor Societies
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American Student Dental Association
The ASDA Pre-Dental Chapter at East Tennessee State University operates on the premise of three ideas, Education, Oral Health, and Service. The purpose(s) of this organization shall be to provide pre-dental students with shadowing and volunteer opportunities as well as resources to improve the strength of students as dental school applicants. As advocates of oral health, we strive to educate our fellow peers and community on the importance of dentistry.
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Criminal Justice Society
In the Criminal Justice Society, we strive to connect undergraduate and graduate students with individuals currently working in the criminal justice field. We hold meetings weekly and have guest speakers join in and answer questions. Some guest speakers include- Special Agents with the TBI, assistant district attorneys, and local police officers.
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Economics Club at ETSU
The purpose of this organization is to offer students interested in economics the forum to broaden their knowledge of economics and opportunities in the field as well as network and interact with recent economics graduates. The student leaders and faculty advisors of the club organize an annual trip to Washington, D.C. and attend briefings held at various economic and financial institutions such as the Federal Reserve Bank, World Bank, and Freddie Mac.
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Film Club at ETSU
The Film Club at ETSU is a place for all students and faculty to participate in academic discussions and screenings of films. Our organization also will publish an academic journal on our website called the Film Oasis Project that will give students an opportunity to write and read arguments/analyses concerning the art of film. Our organization will also serve as a gateway to the Film Studies minor and let students become more involved in the film department. We will also help organize and schedule the existing and new film festivals/ screening series led by the film department. We can't wait to see you there!
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Human Services Student Organization
Human Services Student Organizaiton (HSSO) provides a forum for communication and activities for students and faculty while providing a base for student projects and fundraising. HSSO accomplishes these tasks through regularly scheduled meetings to encourage communication and formation of acquaintances between people who share the same career path. In addition, HSSO provides networking between students to connect as they move through the program and explore potential careers within the field of Human Services.
Furthermore, the organization provides a springboard to accomplish missions helping those in need - some as simple as just getting together for a cup of coffee or a bite to eat and others as involved as a Holiday Card campaign for soldiers or an adventure hike in the nearby mountains. The HSSO has sponsored speakers for human service initiatives such as helping establish schools in South Sudan. Students in Human Services have contributed thousands of hours to helping others with their issues and problems.
We are open to students who want to practice their skills in human services and make a visible contribution toward helping others. Experience and leadership through the Human Services Student Organization truly enhances your classroom learning and indicates on your resume that you have practiced the craft for which you are applying. The benefits from the HSSO come from participation and go even further as you begin your professional career. We want to welcome you to our community.
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Phi Beta Lambda
Phi Beta Lambda is an organization that will prepare student leaders and business students for greatness through guest speakers, workshops, competitions, and out of classroom experiences. Members of PBL will obtain a network with local businesspeople, ETSU PBL alumni, other chapters, and local Community Members. This organization will provide support for high achieving students who want to prepare themselves for a successful future. PBL-FBLA is a national club and there are chapters all over the US. Members will have access to competitions and scholarships through this club as well.
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Phi Sigma Pi
Phi Sigma Pi National Honor Fraternity is an inclusive organization dedicated to promoting lifelong learning, inspiring Members to lead, and cultivating lasting fraternal bonds, while always conducting our lives with honor. We commit ourselves to a life of social service with the goal of improving humanity through our principles: Scholarship, Leadership, and Fellowship. Phi Sigma Pi is committed to being a diverse, inclusive and equitable organization as we improve humanity with honor.
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Philsosophy Club
The ETSU Philosophy Club exists to provide a forum for the open discussion of ideas among peers interested in philosophical thought. Our goal is to increase the quality of the educational experience for students of philosophy at ETSU, and act as a bridge for communication between and among philosophy students, faculty, and guest lecturers.
Some of our regular events include movie screenings, discussion groups, and Guest Speakers. We also invite faculty members and guest lecturers to give a short presentation on a field of their expertise, which is then followed up by Q&A and an open discussion.
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Pre-Pharmacy Student Organization
The Pre-Pharmacy Student Organization of East Tennessee State University is an organization created to allow pre-pharmacy students to easily gain information on the steps of applying and receiving admission into pharmacy school.
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Sigma Alpha Lambda
Sigma Alpha Lambda is an honors society that is dedicated to service, achievement, and leadership. We develop these qualities through acts of service. In past, we have served a local nursing home, Operation Gratitude, Operation Christmas Child, trash pickups, Relay for Life, food drives, etc. We are an organization that shapes our foundation and activities on the bases of members' opinions. Come check us out for more information!
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Student Association for Young Children
Student Association for Young Children (SAYC) is an organization for undergraduate and graduate students, faculty and staff of ETSU that want to promote the growth, development and well-being of young children. We participate in many on-campus as well as off-campus events including Homecoming, Relay for Life and volunteer opportunities at local elementary schools. We host a Family Fun Day in the Spring semester in the fall we also do a book drive called Give A Child A Book every year. These events are open to all students of East Tennessee State University. When we host Family Fun Day students, faculty, alumni, children and friends can come out and enjoy a day of fun as they go around the gym to centers of interest. We also attend at least one early childhood conference each year. In addition, SAYC works closely with Little Bucs. If this is for you, we encourage you to join our organization!
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Student Environmental Health Association
The Student Environmental Health Association (SEHA) is a diverse group of like-minded peers who are passionate about the planet and our role in it. We participate in and host environmental cleanups at ETSU and the surrounding areas, discuss current environmental developments, conduct outreach events with local high schools, and provide academic and social support to each other. SEHA is an organization which is looking to grow beyond the Environmental Health major, and improve the connections that we can help our members make in doing so.
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Meeting Passcode: SEHA
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Student Social Work Association
The Undergraduate Student Social Work Association (SSWA) is devoted to creating a positive educational and social atmosphere for Social Work students and others who are interested in educational development, community volunteering, and social justice issues.
Activities are designed to enhance professional development as future Social Workers and to encourage community engagement. SSWA also offers policy-engagement and advocacy opportunities through our Student Representative position. The Student Rep. is designed to practice lobbying skills on behalf of Social Work students with respect to internships, class work or material, and other matters. The Student Representative must be a Social Work Student.
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The Students of Finance Association
Students of Finance Association (SOFA) is the student organization for all finance students and all students who are interested in finance. Our goal is to assist in the professional educational and social development of college students interested in Finance and related fields.
What we do:
• Professional Events- minimum of two per semester (Notice will be given at least one week before event to all members and nonmembers) This is where we invite a member of the local business community to come and speak to the organization about their job, how they got there, any advice, as well as any internship/jobs available in the future at their company. These are required events for members, open to nonmembers, and dress code is business casual.
• Social Events - Gathering of members to network among each other. These can be dinner after a meeting; bowling, etc. basically any separate fun activities outside of school. These are optional events for members.
• Volunteering- Local events chosen by officers and participation voted on by members. An example of this would be adopting an Angel from the Salvation Army Angel Tree during the winter, or volunteering of time by members willing to tutor other business students.Join Zoom here!
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Undergraduate Research and Scholars Organization
The URSO helps guide students through the process of conducting, writing, and presenting research. We give the opportunity to link to other researchers and organizations on campus and provide the resources necessary to do research.
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Faith-Based & Campus Ministries
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Baptist Collegiate Ministry
The BCM building (known as "The B") is open from 10am until 7pm for students to study, hang out with friends, grab a snack, use the wifi, meet with staff, chill on the couches between classes, use the computer lab, eat some lunch, hammock in the hammock garden, shoot pool, play ping pong, watch netflix, read your Bible, discuss theology, or serve. Whether you live on or off campus, "The B" has something for every student. The building is right across the railroad tracks on the south side campus, and we offer a weekly worship night for students (called "The Outlet") on Tuesdays at 7pm, and a weekly group lunch (called "BucLunch") on Thursdays at 11:30am! All students are welcome, reach out to us and we will get you connected in community!
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Christian Student Fellowship
The Christian Student Fellowship (a.k.a. "The Campus House") is a group of Christian men and women committed to knowing our Savior and serving HIM as a community on the campus of East Tennessee State University. We intend to encourage our peers toward a growing relationship with Jesus Christ through the tools of Bible study, worship, prayer, fellowship, and service. The hub for CSF is our Campus House, adjacent to the ETSU campus.
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Reconciled
The purposes of our organization are to minister to Christian students on the ETSU campus; and serve the entire campus (faculty, staff, and students) as God leads. We are affiliated with Christ-Reconciled Church, but Reconciled members do not have to be affiliated with the church. The church has at the core of it's mission to minister to and make disciples in the downtown Johnson City/Mountain Home communities, a low income, high need area of Johnson City.
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Reformed University Fellowship
At RUF you will find broken people serving a holy God. We are transformed by His overwhelming grace each and everyday and invite you to join us as we learn what that means.
We meet for worship one evening per week. We also have small groups that meet weekly. Although RUF is sent to the campus by the Presbyterian Church in America, we welcome students from any and all walks of life. We are here for the ""convinced"" and the ""unconvinced.""
Please feel free to check out the national RUF website as well as the ETSU RUF site:
www.ruf.org
www.rufetsu.comJoin Zoom here!
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The Well
The Well is a non-denominational ministry and our heart is to spread the fame of Jesus on college campuses in North East Tennessee! We would love for you to join us on Wednesday nights at 7pm & 9pm at The King's Centre (300 E. Main Street #200). You must RSVP for our weekly worship gathering at thewelljc.com!
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Fraternities & Sororities
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Alpha Delta Pi
Alpha Delta Pi is a Greek sorority at ETSU that serves the campus and community. ADPI's open motto is, "We Live For Each Other" and the women in this chapter do just that. Our philanthropy is Ronald McDonald House and we do outreach to the local RMH here in Johnson City.We are proud to say we are first in grades for the Panhellenic community. We host sisterhood events for the women in our chapter to hangout and make true friendships, social events for our women to gather with other organizations, and community service events to give back to our community.
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Alpha Omicron Pi
Alpha Omicron Pi was founded on the ideals of character, dignity, scholarship, and college loyalty and here at ETSU we are committed to following these values. Our chapter is focused on creating a welcoming environment where all women are loved and celebrated.
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Alpha Phi Omega
We seek to serve our fraternity, campus, community, and nation. Alpha Phi Omega is one of the largest service fraternities in the world! We believe it is every person's role to lead others through service and to be a friend to those around you.
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Interfraternity Council
ETSU and the IFC has 6 active fraternities here on campus. Those being Alpha Sigma Phi, Beta Upsilon Chi, Phi Delta Theta, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Sigma Chi, Sigma Phi Epsilon. The council supports the success of the individual in the advancement of education, leadership, character and social development. You will find the friends, family and support system with these people. Finding friendships that will last a lifetime.
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Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.
Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., is an international organization of college and professional men that was founded on January 9, 1914 on the campus of Howard University in Washington, D.C. by three young African-American students. Our founders are, the Most Honorable A. Langston Taylor, Most Honorable Leonard F. Morse, and Most Honorable Charles I. Brown. Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., has established and run a variety of foundations, and organizations which follow the ideologies and principles that this great fraternity was founded on. One of the main goals of Phi Beta Sigma is to be the leading pro-active community service organization.
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Sigma Chi
Sigma Chi is a Social Fraternity and a brotherhood with roots in the collegiate experience that engenders a lifelong commitment to strive to achieve true friendship, equal justice and the fulfillment of learning as a part of our overall responsibilities to the broader communities in which we live.
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Sigma Kappa
Sigma Kappa is one of the five social sororities on campus. We were founded nationally on November 9, 1874 in Waterville, Maine. Sigma Kappa was founded at ETSU on March 24, 1956. In the past two years, Sigma Kappa was ranked a Two Star chapter nationally. Scholarship and Sisterhood are two of Sigma Kappa's main focuses.Join Zoom here!
Multicultural Groups
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ETSU Gospel & International Choir
ETSU Gospel & International Choir are diverse organizations driven to serve the community through music ministry and praise. Led by talented students, both choirs spread word of inspiration through songs specially designed for the seasons through signature event such as the Gospel Concert held every semester.
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International Student Association (ISA)
The International Student Association at ETSU was established to bring all students from different nations together and to promote awareness of cultural diversity and global understanding within the university and the broader Johnson City community. The association strives to represent the voice of the entire international student body and to provide support and assistance for international students in their transitions to the United States by creating a welcoming environment at ETSU. Partnering with the International Office and many other students organizations on campus, ISA serves as a platform for both international students and domestic students to engage in various social activities and cultural events throughout the year that facilitate the formation of strong, special international bonds of friendship that last beyond borders and forever after.
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Middle Eastern Student Association
A group representing middle eastern students on ETSU campus as well as serving as a safe place for students of similar backgrounds to get to know each other.
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Password: MESA
Service & Philanthopy
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CURE
CURE at ETSU is a branch of CURE University, a national organization that raises money for the charity CURE International. CURE brings healing to underserved areas where medical care is often most needed and least available. Their 10 hospitals offer a wide variety of care through specializing in areas such as orthopedics, neurosurgery, reconstructive surgery, and maternity care.
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Rotaract of Northeast Tennessee
Rotaract of Northeast TN is a service organization committed to service above self! We are the college level version of Rotary International. We engage in service projects throughout the year (in-person and virtual), occasionally partner with local Rotary clubs, and provide opportunities for resume building and leadership roles.
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Volunteer ETSU
Volunteer ETSU is a group of students who serve their campus and community through different volunteer opportunities around the Appalachian Highlands region. Whether it be at Service Saturday sites, a partnered program, or a sponsored campaign, Volunteer ETSU aims to emphasize the importance of meaningful service and leadership.
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Special Interest Groups
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Alpha Sigma Iota
Alpha Sigma Iota wants to provide unique Radio/TV/Film educational activities and networking opportunities to Media and Communication undergraduate and graduate related students outside the normal realm of the classroom. We support honor, integrity, and leadership among ourselves and hope to not only bring awareness to fellow students, but to the entire ETSU community to spark more of an interest in RTVF. All activities will be either professional or social in nature to promote the growth of Radio, TV, and Film.
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Chronic Illness and Disease Awareness
Due to technological advancements and research, increasing numbers of community members have been diagnosed with chronic illnesses and diseases. Recognizing this, our organization aspires to bring awareness to these chronic illnesses and diseases by educating the East Tennessee State University (ETSU) student body. In addition, our organization is determined to create practical methods that will positively impact those affected by chronic illnesses and diseases.
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Collegiate Merchandising Association
The Collegiate Merchandising Association is associated with Fashion Merchandising program on campus but is open to all ETSU students. We provide opportunities to connect with merchandising alumni as well as participate in events such as fashion shows, costume contests, and more.
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ETSU Creative Writing Society
We are a society for those who wish to further improve their skills in creative writing. Members include writers of various genres, such as fiction, nonfiction, or poetry, songwriting, among many others. Our main goals are to peer review one another's work, get works completed, attempt to get said work published, and offer a welcoming community that allows writers to come together. Periodically through the semester, we will have published authors and other experts in the field hold discussions, readings, and workshops for those who are interested. Along with these events, we will host open mics, where poets, songwriters, storytellers, and anyone else with work to share can do so!
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ETSU Ultimate Frisbee
A place in which people can learn to play ultimate as well as being a part of a welcoming community. We encourage anyone of any level to come out and join. No experience needed and all are welcome! We practice on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6-8 at the CPA fields on campus. We travel to tournaments, when we can again, and have a blast as a friend group off the field.
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Expedition Leaders
Expedition Leaders (ELs) are a team of undergraduate students who operate as a recruitment team for the ETSU Office of Undergraduate Admissions. Through the facilitation of campus visit experiences and events, we work to provide an unforgettable on-campus experience for prospective students and guests.
Expedition Leaders are not simply tour guides; they are an indispensable part of our recruitment team. They are trained to help prospective students see campus not just as a place, but as a wealth of opportunities and experiences that await them.
We work to provide undergraduate students with a valuable employment opportunity (this is a paid position) coupled with a rich and rewarding student organization community.
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Joe Callahan Run Club
We are a running club inspired by veteran Joe Callahan. We are closely tied to the ROTC program here at ETSU, but civilians and cadets alike can both join. The intention of the club is for fun and improve fitness without any huge stress to make certain times running. We generally try to participate in a few local races per semester. Meeting times are twice a week and we will go run a few miles each time.
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Secular Humanist Alliance
The purpose of the Secular Humanist Alliance is to provide a community for Atheists, Freethinkers, Agnostics, Skeptics, and Naturalists. We advocate for discussion around non-religious and philosophical topics, and we will host speakers that have insight into current topics in the social sphere of America.
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Student Painting and Drawing Association
SPDA aims to achieve a sense of community and comfort among its members - valuable feedback and group conversations are fostered through peer-led informal critiques. The club encourages constant growth and improvement by providing designated time to complete projects and to practice rendering of the human form, along with other live opportunities.
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Swim Club
The ETSU Swim Club is a fun, close-knit group of swimmers with members of many different levels of experience with swimming. The requirements to join are that you are an ETSU student (undergrad or graduate) and that you can swim down and back without stopping by yourself. No experience of being on a team is required. Our practices are Tuesdays and Thursdays 6 – 7:30 pm at the CPA pool. Our purpose as a club is to improve stroke techniques, to stay in shape, and to provide a positive environment for all students interested in swimming. We usually travel to club swim meets at places such as App State, UTK, Clemson, and Georgia Tech, however, meets are currently on pause due to CoVID-19 restrictions. If you are interested you can find us on Instagram @etsuswimclub and/or email us at etsuswimclub@gmail.com.
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Tennis Club
We are a club for anyone who shares the love of tennis or wants to learn! We play Mondays and Wednesdays from 6-8 pm. We have a travel team and a social team, but we all practice together. Our goal is to bring tennis enthusiasts together in a friendly atmosphere for some fresh air, exercise and fun!
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The Speech and Debate Team at ETSU
"Need more confidence and skill when you speak in public? Check out our club! We hold low-pressure weekly practices at ETSU and we also attend regional and national competitions.
You may participate in our club for fun, for personal improvement, or for an actual college credit."
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Young Democratic Socialists of America at ETSU
Our mission at YDSA is to educate and organize students and young people and to play a helpful and principled role in the movement for social justice. Within and throughout this struggle, we will articulate and defend the idea that true human liberation is impossible under capitalism. We seek social change which extends democracy into all aspects of life-- social, political, and economic. This is the struggle of democratic socialism. Our vision of socialism is profoundly democratic, feminist, and anti-racist.Join Zoom here!
University-Housed Groups
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Buctainment
Students can be involved with Buctainment as a committee member, student staff programmer or as a participant at our many activities and events. Activities sponsored by Buctainment include virtual concerts, in-person paint nights, trivia nights, and more! Involvement in Buctainment is an awesome way to learn but most importantly.. HAVE FUN! Students are paved a way to meet new people, make friends and make connections. All events sponsored by Buctainment are free and usually open to ETSU students, faculty, staff and their families.
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East Tennessean
The East Tennessean is the student-run newspaper of ETSU. The ET prints twice weekly during the Fall and Spring semesters (with a slightly cut down production schedule for Spring 2020 due to COVID-19), and racks are located throughout campus. The ET also publishes regularly on its website at easttennessean.com and on its social media channels. The ET is always looking for student writers and photographers and is open to all students to apply. The East Tennessean is housed in the new Student Media Center in the D.P. Culp Student Center. The media center will also soon house The Edge 89.5 HD4, the student-run campus radio station; a chromakey room; and a video/audio editing suite. You can also seek assistance at the Student Media Center help with your media projects.
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ETSU EcoNuts
The Eco-Nuts are a group of student workers that are part of the Department of Sustainability to help run and plan sustainability events and initiatives on campus. They are all dedicated to saving our planet and making our campus more earth friendly.
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Sexuality and Gender Alliance
SAGA at East Tennessee State University is an active and thriving student organization committed to providing social support, education opportunities, and campus advocacy for the equality of all LGBTQ+ individuals and their allies who are affiliated with the ETSU community. During the pandemic, SAGA has focused mainly on social support and education within the organization itself, but we hope to expand these efforts to the wider campus community during the upcoming semester.
All ETSU students, faculty, and staff are welcome to attend regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, religion, age, disability, HIV/AIDS status, veteran status, or political ideology.Join Zoom here!
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Student Government Association
ETSU's SGA is your official line of communication between faculty, staff, and administration, as well as your source for accessing BUCFund money for student events, travel, and programs. SGA coordinates Homecoming each fall, Civility events each spring, and major concerts and events throughout the year.
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