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East Tennessee State University was founded in 1911 with a singular mission: to improve the quality of life for people in the region and beyond. The university boasts nationally ranked programs in health sciences, the arts, technology, computing, and media studies. ETSU serves approximately 14,000 students each year and is ranked among the top 10 percent of colleges in the nation for students graduating with the least amount of debt.

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East Tennessee State University was founded in 1911 with a singular mission: to improve the quality of life for people in the region and beyond. The university boasts nationally ranked programs in health sciences, the arts, technology, computing, and media studies. ETSU serves approximately 14,000 students each year and is ranked among the top 10 percent of colleges in the nation for students graduating with the least amount of debt.

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Nia stands on the stairs in front of Ross Hall with her hands on the railing.

Nia Thompson: Making history and finding her voice

April is National Poetry Month, and East Tennessee State University has a great reason to celebrate. Junior Nia Thompson is currently serving as the Youth Poet Laureate of Knoxville. She's the first Black person to take on the role.
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Academic Award - Apr 23

ETSU students earn prestigious Goldwater Scholarships

A pair of East Tennessee State University students have earned the 2026 Goldwater Scholarship, one of the nation's most prestigious honors for undergraduates pursuing careers in science, engineering and mathematics.
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Academic Award - Apr 15
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