In a July 7 e-mail message to faculty and staff members, TSU President Melvin N. Johnson announced his retirement from the Office of President effective Jan. 1, 2011, citing "family and personal reasons" as his motive. According to the letter, Johnson will make the transition into the classroom as a tenured professor in the College of Business and will teach classes as early as the fall 2010 semester.
The academic year 2009-2010 has been full of ups and downs. From the on-campus murder of TSU poultry plant worker Nathaniel Adefope, to budget cuts, to the generous gifts given to the university and an academic rollercoaster ride that left student leadership in a pendulum swing.
A Nashville man suspected in the April club shooting that put SGA Vice President Blake Nathan in critical condition was arrested Wednesday after he was found hiding inside his home, Metro Police said.
Keosha Cole is leaving Tennessee State University a lot more confused about the direction of her life and career than when she entered in fall 2006 with hopes of learning how to start her own business. Cole, a Houston native, is "more relieved than excited" to obtain her bachelor's degree in business administration this May from the university, but said she is unsure about her next steps once she crosses the stage.
Volkswagen Group of America, Chattanooga Operations, LLC, has awarded scholarships to 11 Tennessee State University students for the 2009-2011 academic years. Last year, the company entered a partnership with Tennessee State University pledging a $750,000 philanthropic commitment through a "Partners in Education" program designed to serve as a catalyst for educational enrichment at the University.
TSU Residence Life officials oversaw a number of renovations and electrical upgrades to the Mary Wilson Hall residence center over the summer. The renovations included brand new furniture, closets, sinks, windows, floor tiling. Central air/heating and energy-efficient lighting has also been installed in all the rooms.
There are sometimes in life where I wish I had a looking glass that I could look through and see the future. Those "I wish I knew then what I know now", moments. Becoming Editor-in-chief of The Meter this academic year was one of those moments for me. Being Editor-in-chief has been one long, wonderful, enlightening journey for me as it would be for any college student taking on a responsibility larger than themselves.
When writing my farewell, I could not find the right angle to write from. Do I develop a complex and elaborate "I bid farewell" narrative? Or do I simply say goodbye? Well, I have chosen to do a little of both. As my graduation date rapidly approaches, I have actively counted my blessings.
What a great year it has been! From the Pep Rallies and Football Games to the heart-to-heart Royal Rap Sessions and seminars, serving as your Mr. & Miss Tennessee State University this year has been one of the best periods of our lives. We have learned a great deal and have worked diligently with many people with whom we are sure to remain friends with for the rest of our lives.
The Meter celebrated its birthday on April 21. For 60 years, this publication has served this campus and community. What a milestone to celebrate, if only for the countless staff members and advisers who have burned the midnight oil to see The Meter delivered to stands each week.
Despite a day dampened with several pockets of rain and dark clouds threatening a downpour, fans filled Vanderbilt University's Alumni Lawn anxiously awaiting the man of the hour to take the stage. Canadian-born rap phenom Aubrey "Drake" Graham paid the Nashville campus a visit April 23 to headline its annual Rites of Spring Music festival.
Sometime during the morning of May 8, when Juanita Graves awakens - after she dresses, zips up her reflex blue robe and dons her matching mortarboard - between the mingling and chatting with friends who have studied alongside her in classes, and moments before she crosses the stage to receive her degree, a thought is sure to creep into her head, as well as the minds of nearly everyone in the room - a question that inevitably must be answered.
Besides having high hopes for a successful season on the field, new TSU Tiger head football coach Rod Reed has reconstructed the coaching staff. After 20th head coach James Webster resigned, leaving a record of 24 wins and 30 losses, Reed was named head coach of the Tigers in a press conference Dec.
