CLARKSVILLE, Tennessee, Nov. 22 -- Austin Peay State University issued the following news: Dr. Zack Barnes, an assistant professor of education at Austin Peay State University, is teaching an honors course titled "Is the Education System Broken?" this fall. In this course, he challenges his students to closely examine their education thus far and critically assess how the education system works. Barnes said analyzing how the education system is broken represents the first step in solving the p  more

KIRKSVILLE, Missouri, Nov. 22 (TNSres) -- A.T. Still University issued the following news: A.T. Still Research Institute (ATSRI) hosted the 15th annual Interdisciplinary Biomedical Research Symposium (IBRS) on Nov. 11, 2023, in Kirksville, Missouri, featuring more than 80 posters. The keynote speaker was Dennis Black, MD. Dr. Black is the James Dustin Buckman professor of pediatrics and professor of physiology at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center in Memphis. He serves as scient  more

CLARKSVILLE, Tennessee, Nov. 18 (TNSres) -- Austin Peay State University issued the following news: By Kara Zahn Faculty and students from Austin Peay State University's (APSU) Department of History & Philosophy recently showcased their research and scholarship during the Ohio Valley History Conference at Western Kentucky University from Oct. 26-27, 2023. The conference provided a platform for historians to exchange ideas, discuss research findings and engage in meaningful conversations about   more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Nov. 21 -- Vanderbilt University Medical Center issued the following news: By Paul Govern Neuroscientist Veronique Belzil, PhD, MS, will join Vanderbilt University Medical Center as associate professor of Neurology and director of ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis) research, effective Jan. 8, 2024. ALS, while rare, is the most common motor neuron disease in adults. At any given time in the United States, between 15,000 and 21,000 people are living with ALS, also known a  more

CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee, Nov. 22 -- The University of Tennessee's Chattanooga Campus issued the following news release: When Dr. Takeo Suzuki agreed to teach a course on Japanese anime and manga culture this fall, he was supposed to have only 10 or 12 students. After the class filled up in the first hour of registration, the dean agreed to expand it--first to 15 and eventually to 35 students. "But I still have a waitlist, and some students, actually a few of them, do not take my class, but the  more

CLARKSDALE, Mississippi, Nov. 22 -- The Delta Regional Authority issued the following news release: Delta Regional Authority (DRA) has selected 29 community leaders from Alabama, Arkansas, Illinois, Louisiana, Kentucky, Missouri, Mississippi, and Tennessee as fellows of the 2024 Delta Leadership Institute (DLI) Executive Academy, an extensive nine-month leadership development program that brings together public, private, and nonprofit sector leaders from the Mississippi River Delta and Alabama   more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Nov. 21 -- Vanderbilt University issued the following news: Vanderbilt University and Bridgestone Americas have launched a new collaboration. On Nov. 10, representatives from both organizations met at Bridgestone Tower for the first Vanderbilt-Bridgestone Innovation Accelerator. The event included networking and brainstorming of potential areas for collaboration, from fueling the talent pipeline to identifying opportunities to accelerate research and innovation collaborat  more

JOHNSON CITY, Tennessee, Nov. 23 -- East Tennessee State University issued the following news: Dr. Casey P. Balio, an assistant research professor with East Tennessee State University's Center for Rural Health Research in the College of Public Health, has been named a 2024 Rural Health Fellow by the National Rural Health Association. The NRHA announced its incoming class of Rural Health Fellows last month, with 17 fellows selected to participate. Each year, the NRHA selects highly motivated in  more

JOHNSON CITY, Tennessee, Nov. 25 -- East Tennessee State University issued the following news: Dr. Zhi Q. Yao, division chief of research and director of East Tennessee State University's Center of Excellence in HIV/AIDS in the Quillen College of Medicine, has been named the college's Paul Dishner Chair of Excellence in Medicine. Established in 1989, the primary focus of the Dishner Chair of Excellence in Medicine is to enhance research efforts in the Quillen College of Medicine. He is well  more

JOHNSON CITY, Tennessee, Nov. 22 -- East Tennessee State University issued the following news on Nov. 21, 2023: Nine East Tennessee State University alumni and friends were recently honored with 2023 Alumni Awards on Friday, Nov. 17. The George L. Carter Award was presented to Lt. Gen. Ronald V. Hite, a member of the Class of 1964. Hite led a decorated career in the military that spans more than three decades, commanding at every level and holding many unique positions during assignments throu  more

MEMPHIS, Tennessee, Nov. 23 -- FedEx issued the following news release: FedEx Express, a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) and the world's largest express transportation company, is partnering with One Tree Planted, a nonprofit organization with a mission to make it easier for people to help environment by planting trees, to make a positive impact on communities around the world. As part of these efforts, FedEx Express in Latin America and the Caribbean recently carried out a series of urb  more

HENDERSON, Tennessee, Nov. 21 -- Freed-Hardeman University issued the following news: Freed-Hardeman University is thrilled to announce its Transfer Scholarship Program, which aims to provide seamless support and financial assistance to transfer students pursuing their higher education goals. Transfer students are eligible for the same scholarships and discounts as first-time freshmen at FHU. Transfer merit scholarships are awarded based on a student's cumulative high school GPA and highest AC  more

HARROGATE, Tennessee, Nov. 20 (TNSres) -- Lincoln Memorial University issued the following news: By Kate Reagan National Medical Fellowships, Inc. (NMF) selected Lincoln Memorial University-DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine (LMU-DCOM) student Brittney Blair as a recipient of the Alliant Health Solutions (AHS)/NMF Medical Research Program and awarded her a scholarship made possible by Alliant Health Solutions. Blair, of Jacksonville, Florida, applied to the fellowship program to support h  more

CLARKSVILLE, Tennessee, Nov. 17 (TNSres) -- Austin Peay State University issued the following news: By Megan Simpson Dr. Robert Gordon Jr., a principal in the Memphis-Shelby County School System, was recently named the second Eriksson College of Education Leadership Fellow at Austin Peay State University. The fellowship began as a way to intentionally connect practicing school administrators with current and aspiring educational leaders. With a growing pipeline of students earning their Mast  more

MURFREESBORO, Tennessee, Nov. 21 -- Middle Tennessee State University issued the following news: By Nancy DeGennaro Karen Kehoe, director of the Tennessee Center for the Study and Treatment of Dyslexia at Middle Tennessee State University, shared information about the center's services on this month's "Out of the Blue" television magazine program. Kehoe, who took the helm as director in February, talked about services and resources the center provides families and educators with host Andrew O  more

MURFREESBORO, Tennessee, Nov. 22 -- Middle Tennessee State University issued the following news: By Jimmy W. Hart Middle Tennessee State University employees have again risen to the challenge to up their True Blue generosity with another record pledge amount for the 2023-24 Employee Charitable Giving Campaign. This year's monthlong campaign ended with $158,278.74 in pledges from 755 participants to support area nonprofit organizations -- easily surpassing the goal of $147,500. "What a tremen  more

KNOXVILLE, Tennessee, Nov. 17 -- The University of Tennessee Gardens issued the following news release: Well known throughout the state's gardening community for his efforts on behalf of the University of Tennessee Gardens, Knoxville, James Newburn has been appointed the Gardens' managing director. Newburn has been serving in an interim role since 2019. Long before 2019--in fact, since 1993--Newburn has been learning and growing along with the UT Gardens. His relationship with the Gardens star  more

OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, Nov. 21 -- Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond issued the following news release: Attorney General Gentner Drummond has filed suit against the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) after that federal agency suspended a family planning grant that the Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) has received for more than 40 years. The Biden Administration recently made headlines when it took millions in Title X grant money from Oklahoma and Tennessee,   more

MEMPHIS, Tennessee, Nov. 22 -- The University of Memphis issued the following news release: * * * Memphis City Council Introduces Resolution on Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium Future * * * The Frederick W. Smith Family, headed by the founder and executive chairman of FedEx, has committed a $50 million challenge gift to the University of Memphis for renovations to Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium, the home of Memphis Tiger Football, which marks the largest gift in University history. Additionally,   more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Nov. 22 -- The Tennessee Department of Education issued the following news release on Nov. 21, 2023: Today, the Tennessee Department of Education announced the 2022-23 Tennessee Excellence in Civics Education districts and schools. A total of 59 schools and two school districts are recipients of the Governor's Civics Seal, which recognizes schools and districts that prioritize teaching the nation's history and civics values. View the full list of recipients here (https://w  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Nov. 21 -- The Tennessee Department of Education issued the following news release on Nov. 20, 2023: Today, the Tennessee Department of Education announced the 2022-23 statewide graduation rate is 90.6 percent, exceeding ninety percent for the first time and achieving the highest graduation rate on record since 2012. "Tennessee's continuous commitment to ensuring students are successful in graduating from high school on time is demonstrated in this year's statewide gradua  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Nov. 21 -- Bridgestone, a tire and rubber company, issued the following news release on Nov. 20, 2023: Bridgestone Americas (Bridgestone) today announced the company supported three podium finishes for Team Honda Research West (THRW), a team made up of Honda associates who race and crew in their spare time, on Bridgestone Potenza RE-71RS tires at the 2023 National Auto Sport Association (NASA) 25 Hours of Thunderhill Nov. 10-12, 2023. The NASA 25 Hours of Thunderhill is th  more

COOKEVILLE, Tennessee, Nov. 22 -- Tennessee Technological University issued the following news release: Jeremy Blair, associate professor of art education at Tennessee Tech University, has been named the 2023-2024 Art Educator of the Year by the Tennessee Art Education Association (TAEA). The honor recognizes Blair's innovative teaching methods and dedication to his students' growth as creative thinkers and artists. Blair teaches a range of art courses at Tech, from traditional observational d  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Nov. 21 -- The Tennessee Arts Commission issued the following news on Nov. 20, 2023: The Tennessee Arts Commission Folklife Program has awarded funding to twelve projects as part of the 2024 Traditional Arts Apprenticeship Program. Entering its eighth year, the Program is designed to sustain Tennessee's diverse folklife practices by investing in the passing of traditional art forms from master artists to the next generation. "The Traditional Arts Apprenticeship Program is  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Nov. 22 -- Gov. Bill Lee, R-Tennessee, issued the following news on Nov. 21, 2023: Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced an increased Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) presence in Shelby County to support public safety efforts throughout the community. Beginning Monday, November 20, a surge of approximately 40 additional troopers from the THP's motorcycle unit, interdiction team and commercial vehicle unit will support troopers already patrolling the area as part of t  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Nov. 21 -- The Tennessee Public Utility Commission issued the following order establishing procedural schedule (Docket No. 23-00070) on Nov. 20, 2023: * * * In Re: Joint Application Of Limestone Water Utility Operating Company, LLC, Sunset Cove Condominium Hoa Of Norris Lake, Inc. And Commercial Bank For Approval Of The Acquisition Of And To Operate The Wastewater System Of Sunset Cove Condominium HOA Of Norris Lake, Inc. And Commercial Bank, And To Issue A Certificate Of  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Nov. 22 -- Tennessee State University issued the following news: Tennessee State University is proud to announce that Dr. De'Etra Young, Associate Dean for Academics and Land-grant Programs, received the prestigious U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) National Teaching Award. The national award, presented by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities (APLU) and the USDA, recognizes excellence in agricultural sciences teaching and student engagement. Dr. Young   more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Nov. 22 -- Tennessee State University issued the following news: Tennessee State University has positioned itself as a trailblazer in the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into higher education. A five-week online AI course is just one of the ways Dr. Robbie Melton has had TSU bridge the digital divide by bringing this latest technology to the Nashville community and others. Melton, who also oversees the smart innovation technology center, taught the free AI cour  more

KNOXVILLE, Tennessee, Nov. 22 -- The University of Tennessee System issued the following news release on Nov. 20, 2023: The University of Tennessee President's Council held its ninth annual showcase and awards dinner on Nov. 17, in Chattanooga, Tennessee. President's Council members heard from UTC Chancellor Steve Angle about the strategic plan and vision for the campus, as well as from Kim White, UTC vice chancellor of advancement, regarding upcoming initiatives that to further enhance the ed  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Nov. 21 (TNSres) -- Vanderbilt University issued the following news: As part of a significant advance in health care innovation, Vanderbilt University has been chosen as an inaugural spoke for the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) Investor Catalyst Hub. Dedicated to fast-tracking accessible biomedical innovations, the Investor Catalyst Hub is a pivotal component of the ARPANET-H initiative. "This initiative reflects our university's dedication to accel  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Nov. 22 (TNSres) -- Vanderbilt University Medical Center issued the following news: By Leigh MacMillan Diarrheal diseases are a major contributor to child mortality worldwide, causing about 800,000 deaths per year in children under age 5. Multiple different pathogens, including enteropathogenic forms of E. coli, cause diarrhea and gastroenteritis. The study of E. coli in most mouse models requires pretreatment with antibiotics, which kills commensal bacteria in the intes  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Nov. 22 -- Vanderbilt University Medical Center issued the following news: By Kylie Avery Vanderbilt University Medical Center's Division of Acute Care Surgery launched the first session of the Future is NOW (Non-violent Options Win) Nashville on Nov. 4. The goal of this program is to build relationships with youth in the community between the ages of 6-13 who are affected by gun violence and inspire them to pursue futures for themselves and their communities. Led by Ra  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Nov. 22 -- Vanderbilt University Medical Center issued the following news: By Danny Bonvissuto When Kelsie became pregnant in November 2020, she called the Maternal-Fetal Medicine team at Vanderbilt University Medical Center and made an appointment with Brighton Goodhue, MS, LCGC, a genetic counselor. Kelsie and her husband, Michael, have the genetic condition achondroplasia, the most common form of dwarfism, and knew their baby had a 1 in 4 chance of inheriting two non-w  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Nov. 24 (TNSres) -- Vanderbilt University Medical Center issued the following news: By Nancy Humphrey The results of an eight-year study comparing two surgical methods for repairing childhood intermittent exotropia (a common form of strabismus or eye misalignment, in which one or both eyes sometimes turn outward) were unable to detect a significant difference in the two methods. The multicenter study, "Eight-Year Outcomes of Bilateral Lateral Rectus Recessions versus Uni  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Nov. 22 (TNSres) -- Vanderbilt University issued the following news: Karl Zelik, associate professor of mechanical engineering at Vanderbilt University, is using wearable technology to explore better patient recovery methods from shinbone fractures and the surgeries required to repair them. The research team has received $2.7 million from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) for this 5-year project. The study is a collaboration between Vanderbilt's Center for Rehabilit  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Nov. 22 (TNSres) -- Vanderbilt University Medical Center issued the following news: By Bill Snyder Researchers at Vanderbilt University Medical Center for the first time have shown that activation of the epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) is essential for the development of kidney fibrosis, tissue scarring following injury that can lead to kidney failure. Their discovery, reported Nov. 14 in the journal Nature Communications, could lead to the first effective treatm  more