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November 2,2016
by WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News Staff
MARTIN, Tenn. The combined Miss UT Martin/Miss Tennessee Soybean Festival Scholarship Pageant- has been rescheduled.
Previously scheduled for Nov. 5, the pageant now will be held Nov. 13, according to a release from the University of Tennessee at Martin.
The event will begin at 7 p.m in the Boling University Center's Duncan Ballroom.
You can read more about the pageant at the UT Martin website.
Pre-sale tickets will be available in the UT Martin Student Life Office on the second floor of the Boling University Center until the week of the show, according to the release. A limited number of tickets will be available at the door prior to the competition, but advance purchase is recommended.
The admission charge is $15 for the general public and $10 for UT Martin students with their university lD. Only one ticket can be purchased with each student lD
ACT prep course offered at UT Martin Ripley Genter
High school students interested in preparing for the ACT are encouraged to register for a one-day ACT prep course offered 8 a.m.-noon, 12, NOVEMBER 2' 2016 from Nov at the STATE GAZETTE I WeOruesoAY University of Tennessee at Martin Ripley Center. - Alex Beene, course instructo4 will prepare students for the test by working through each section and teaching time management. He will also address the most commonly missed questions and give advice on how to answer them correctly Beene has mentored more than 1,000 students since 2013 who have been awarded a combined total of $4.2 million in scholarships. Those who participate in his courses increase their test scores by an average of 3.4 points. The registration fee for this course is $45 per per- son. For more information or to registe4 contact the IIT Martin Office 0f Educational Outreach at 731-881-7082 or visit the course website at utm.edu/connect and select non-degree programs. a
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UT-Martin Ripley Center sefs ACT preparation course -course High school students inter- is $45 per person. Educational Outreach at ested in preparing for the Formoreinformationorto 731-881-7082 or visit the ACT can register for a one- register, contact the UT course website at day ACT prep course Martin Office of ufin.edu/connect. offered from 8 a.m. to noon, on Nov. 12 atthe University of Tennessee at Martin Ripley Center. Alex Beene, course instruc- tor, will prepare students for the test by working through each section and teaching time management. He will also address the most com- 2, monly missed questions and tNDEpENDENTAppEAL WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 2016 give advice on how to answer them correctly. Beene has mentored more than 1,000 students since 2013, who have been awarded a combined total of $4.2 million in scholar- ships. Those who partici- pate in his coulses increase their test scores by an aver- age of 3.4 points. The registration fee for this
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a9e. DRESDEN ENTERPR.ISE o NOVEMBER 2,2016
History Ghannel Highlights tllanin Uetelan Marine Capt. Brent L. Morel, Four episodes of the serres Morel was the only American 27, of Martin, Tenn., who was will premier back-to-back killed in the assault. assigned to lst Reconnaissance beginning at 7 p.m. Central For his actions, Morel post- Battalion, lst Marine Division, Time, Nov. 11, on the History humously received the Purple I Marine Expeditionary Force, Channel. Morel's actions will Heart and the Na-vy Cross, the Camp Pendleton, Calif., was be included in episode 112: second-highest military recogni- killed April 7,2004, after being "The Ambush of April 7th." tion after the Medal of Honor. ambushed by hostile fire inAn- The series is composed of first- "The Warfighters," directed bar Province near Fallujah, Iraq. person accounts combined with by Peter Berg, aims to give This Veteran's Day, the His- cinematic sequences and real viewers an inside look at the tory Channel will launch a serjes images and footage from actual global war on terror by chroni called "The Warfighters," an Middle Eastern operations. cling recent U.S. Special Op- episode of which will feature Morel, a Martin native and erations Forces missions. Each the insurgent attack in which graduate of Bartlett High hour-long episode highlights the Morel died defending his fellow School, was part of a convoy courage, dedication and sacrifice Marines. on patrol near Fallujah'when it of the Army Rangers, Green Be- "He's the toughest guy I ever drove into a trap. After the lead rets, Marines and Navy SEALS kneq" said College friend Eric Humvee was hit by a rocket- in what is now the longest ongo- Wells. propelled grenade, Morel po- ing conflict inAmerican history. Morel, an avid hunter, gradu- sitioned his vehicle to protect A commemorative bust of ated from the University of Ten- his comrades. An RPG hit his Morel was presented to UT nessee at Martin in 1999 with flumvee as well, injuring no Martin during the Memorial Marine Capt. Brent L. Morel a degree in history. He became one but leaving his men in a Day Commemoration Ceremony a commissioned officer in the dangerous position. in 2005, a year after his death, Morel's parents, Mike and Marines the next week. Morel As company commander, Mo- and stands guard in the Paul Molly, still live in Martin, and married Amy Mullins a week rel had to make a difficult deci- Meek Library to remind UT his niece is currently a freshman after that. "He became a dif- sion in a matter of moments. trn Martin students of the sacrifice at UT Martin. ferent person when he married the end, he and several of his made by one of their own. A A trailer can be viewed on Amy," Wells said. "He was to- men ran across open terrain to plaque made in his honor also youtube.com by searching "The tally dedicated to her. He knew confront the insurgents and, in hangs in the meeting room of Warfighters series." Additional a week after he met her that she the words of his men, "changed the Skyhawk Veteran's Asso- episodes are scheduled to air was the one." the momenfum of the battle." ciation. n20I7.
VOUNg WfiTGrc GONfG]GNGG BETUMSTO UTM The annual Young Writers Nov. 11. sessions with a luncheon fol- policies in arranging for parenti Conference returns to the Uni- Participants can choose from lowing at 12:30 p.m. Students guardian permissions. versity of Tennessee at Martin workshops on a variety of top- will also have an opportunity Tiana Clark, winner.of the an 2016 Academy of American on Nov. 18. The conference will ics including poetry, resume- to share their work during open-mic reading from 2-3 p.m. Poets Prize and author of the be held from 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. writing, songwriting, j ournaling, Students must be recom- poetry chapbook "Equilibrium," young novels and allegory. in the Boling University Center adult mended by a teacher on the will serve as the 2016 confer- and is open to students in grades Each student will attend two basis of academic achievement ence keynote speaker. 9-12. Registration materials workshops during the 9-10:30 and artistic promise in order to Students and teachers can and fees must be received by a.m. and 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m. attend. Registration is limited to register online at utm.edu/de- 200 participants on a first-come, partments/eco s/conference.php first-served basis and costs $12 or by mailing registration ma- per student. The fee includes all terials to Young Writers Con- workshops, readings and lunch. ference, Office of Educational Teachers are encor[aged, but Outreach, 110 Gooch Hall, Uni- not required, to attend with their versity of Tennessee at Martin, students. The registration fee Martin, TN, 38238. All checks is $25 for teachers. Attending should be made payable to UT faculty can choose workshop Martin. sessions on classroom wtiting For more information or to strategies, writing assessment receive registration materials, and designing effective student contact Dr. John Glass, UT writing workshops. Teachers Martin associate professor of recommending students are English, at73I-88I-7288 or by asked to follow their school's email at [email protected]. DRESDEN ENTERPRISE o OCTOBER 19,2016
summitt lncludes UIM ln tstate plans The late Pat Head Summitt ('74) included the Universi to the women's basketball'program. The gift, annou 8, will establish the Pat Surirmilt Women's-Bdsketba om 1970-74 before receiv re of Tennessee, Knoxville. a former UT Martin women di
Uniuersity ol lennessGe aI lllanin locals Awarded $cholarchiRs Two Weakley County stu- David & Lisha Tuck Non- dents have been awarded Traditional Scholarship. scholarships to attend the Amanda Sue Mansfield, of University of Tennessee at Gleason, is a senior. She re- Martin for the 2016-2017 aca- ceived the Center Global demic year, for according to Dr. Studies James Mantooth, executive Scholarship director, Office of Enroll- Additional information on ment Services and Student scholarships and other types Engagement. of financial assistance is Julie Marie Durham, of available by contacting the Dresden, daughter of Buf- UT Martin Office of Financial ford and Debbie Groth, is a Aid and Scholarships, or by sophomore. She received the calling (73 1) 881-7040. Humboldt Chronicle, Wednesday, November 2, 2016 lUllss UT mmfl iss $oyfrnan lestiual $cholarsni[ Pageants T0 Be lleld ,Youmans awarded UT Miss University of Tennes- lifestyle and fitness, evening see at MartirVMiss Tennessee gown, talent and on-stage ,Martin Soybean Festival Scholarship question. During the compe- scholarship Pageant officials announced each ' tition, contestant will also Several Gibson County Humboldt. He junior today the 2017 Miss Universi- discuss platform, is a her chosen students-have been awarded and received ty of Tennessee at Martin,Miss a social or community issue the Alumni scholarship Transfer Tennessee Soybean Festival of concem to herself and our Scholarship. University Additional information Scholarship Pageant society atlarge. Martin for pageant, two crowns will be The winners of the Miss on scholarships unA academic year, held on Saturday, Novernber- 5 University of Tennessee at according other gpes of financial at 7 p.m. in the Harriet Ful- Martin and Miss Tennessee to Dr. James Mantoottt, assistance is available ff eleacutiv_9 ton Theatre on the UT Martin Soybean Festival crowns will director, Office contacting the UT Martin of Campus. receive up to $1500 in schol- Enrollment Services and Office # Financial Aid Executive Director Katrina Student arship funds for her college Engagement. and Scholarships, 205 Cobb said she is impressed or graduate school education. Among the scholarship n -Building, with the caliber of this year's The winners will also receive a recipients is Logan Martin, TN, contestants. "We are very gift bag from local businesses Youmans, son of Michiel pleased with the number of valued at over $1000. Addi- and Ty youmans "Jihg'tZ:rj intelligent, ambitious and tional scholarship funds will of talented young women who be awarded along with Miss have entered the competition Congeniality and People's to date," Cobb said. "We Choice awards. encourage other qualified con- More information about p'ar- testants - students and iesi- ticipating in the Miss Unii'Et:" dents of West Tennessee -- to sity of Tennessee at Martinl register to participate before Miss Tennessee Soybean Fes- the October 24th deadline." tival Scholarship Pageant is Contestants will compete available at www.utm. edu/ pag- in five phases of competition, eants or by contacting Cobb at including personal intervieq [email protected].
THE FAYETTE NALCON Wednesday November 2, 2016
I'lethodist in Negotiations to Partner with UT I'lartin Someruille on Oetober 26, 2016, will supply the educational two yeer programs would be Methodist Le Bonheur CBO portion of thesc programs perfeet for individuals who William Kenley met with and Methsdist Hospiral will want advaneed cdueation representatives -from UT provide the elinieal portion, without having to go through Martin and the Town of Methodist would like to the proeess of obtaining a Somcrville to diseucs part- scc morc elinieal experienee four year degree and would nering with UT Martin aB part of the eurrieulum for enablc them to gct into the Somcrville to ereatc rcde" all of thaee worldoree sooRcr, signcd nursing programs grams, Thcre One representativc of speeifieally designed to meet nccd fot tr Methodist eaid in her open= the needE of McthodlEt fcehnieianE and nureee in the ing rcmarke, "Mcthodist Hospltal, Statc of TeRneBBce, espeeial= Hospital wante to do every= These programs wlll ly indivlduels eepable of thing we ean to support the lneludc onc and two year worklng ln thc operatlng UT Martin Somerville Operating Rsom Tbehnleian foom, €enter ProJeet", Both UT and Nurulng Asslstant All of these mB Martln and Methodist would Certifleates end a four year would requke st to like to have an agreemenr in speoial Operating Room have a high school dlploma plaee by January I,AAn, Nurslng Dcgree, UT Manin to be cllglblc, The one and U.S. Marines Capt. Brent Morel, a 1999 graduate of the University of Tennessee Series begins Veterans DaY at Martin, was killed tn combat near Fallujah, lraq, on April '7 ,2004. Martin alum This Veterans DaY, UT the History Channel will launch a series called "The Warfighters," an episode memorialized of which will feature the insurgent attack in which Morel died defending his in'Warfighters' fellow Marines. Four episodes of the series will premier back- to-back beginning at 7 p.m. (CST) Nov. 1l on the History Channel. Morel's actions will be included in episode 112 "The Ambush CAPT. BRENT MOREL ol April 7th." The series is composed of first-per- fice of the Army Rangers, son accounts combined Green Berets, Marines and what is with cinematic sequences Navy SEALs in longest ongoing and real images and footage now the his- from actual Middle Eastern conflict in American operations. tory. "We can never do enough Morel a Martin native and , vets a graduate of Bartlett High to pay tribute to our School, was pafi of a con- and military servicemen. happy that voy on patrol near Fallujah I'm incredibly when it drove into a trap. (the History Channel) con- these great After the lead Humvee was tinues honoring with 'The hit by a rocket-propelled men and women grenade, Morel positioned Warfighters.' This series is his vehicle to protect his special to me because we vet- comrades. An RPG hit his get to make it with Humvee. as well. injuring erans," Berg said in an Hollywood no one but leaving his men interview with in a dangerous position. Reporter. As company commander, More than 90 veterans Morel had to make a dif- participated in the series' ficult decision in a matter production, of moments. In the end, A trailer can be viewed on he and several of his men youtube.com by searching ran across open terrain to "The Warfighters series." confront the insurgents and, Additional episodes are in the words of his men, scheduled to air in 201'7 . "changed the momentum of A commemorative bust the battle." of Morel was presented Morel was the onlY to UT Marlin during the American killed in the Memorial Day commemo- assault. ration ceremony in 2005, For his actions, Morel a year after his death, and posthumously received the it stands guard in the Paul Purple Heart and the NavY Meek Library to remind Cross, the second-highest UT Martin students of the military recognition after sacrifice made by one of the Medal of Honor. their own. "The Warfighters," direct- A plaque made in his ed by Peter Berg, seeks to honor also hangs in the meet- give viewers an inside look ing room of the Skyhawk at the global war on terror Veterans Association. by chronicling recent U.S. Morel's parents, Mike Special Operations Forces and Molly Morel, still live missions. Each hour-long in Martin and his niece is episode highlights the cour- currently a freshman at UT age. dedication and sacri- Martin. Great War symposium set for this weekend The 2016 Tennessee U.S. Food Administration Mill in the Great War" by at Martin, the City of Great War Commission and Dr. J.A.H. Morgan" at Dr. Nancy Parrish, adjunct Jackson and the Madison Symposium will be held 9:10. Nash is a widely rec- professor at the University County Commission, as at various West Tennessee ognized authority on the of Northem Ohio. well as many other orga- locations Friday through life of President Herbert Events will end with nizations and individuals Sunday. Hoover and is the author of a living history perfior- statewide. The symposium, hosted several books and journal mance at 2 p.rn. Sunday For more information, by the Tennessee Great War articles on the subject. at the Weakley County visit tnsos.net/TSLA/ Commission, seeks to tell The symposium will Courthouse in Dresden. GWC/index.htm or contact the story of the Volunteer continue with a presenta- This is the second year Dr. Alice-Catherine Carls, State and its citizens dur- tion by Dr. Tara Mitchell of the Tennessee Great War Tom Elam distinguished ing World War I. All events Mielnik, historian and Commission's celebration professor of history at UT are free and open to the preservation planner with of the Great War's 100th Martin and a member of the public. the Metropolitan Nashville anniversary. The sympo- TGWC, at (731) 881-7472 An opening commemo- Historical Commission, at sium is sponsored in part by orby email at accarls@utm. ration ceremony will begin 10:15. Mielnik will give the University of Tennessee edu. at 5 p.m. Friday at First a lecture titled "Building Presbyterian Church in Powder City: Old Hickory Jackson. The event will' Village, Tennessee." honor the men and women Linda Wynn, a faculty of Madison County who member in the Department served in the Great War of History and Political and will include proclama- Science at Fisk University, tions from Madison County will conclude the morning Mayor Jimmy Harris and program with a presentation city of Jackson Mayor Jeny titled "Black Communities Gist, as well as a caril- in Tennessee." lon concert performance of After lunch, attendees patriotic songs. can tour an exhibit featur- The World War I ing trains from the World Symposium will official- War I period at 12:15 p.m. ly begin with registration and view a military exhibit at 8:30 a.m. Saturday at and reenactment begin- the Casey Jones Railroad ning at 1:30. The sympo- Museum in Jackson. Attend- sium will reconvene at 3 ees will hear keynote speak- p.m. in Jackson's Bemis er Dr. George Nash pres- Museum for a final presen- ent "Herbert Hoover, the tation titled "The Bemus
WIrSr ffiIrfr.utry Wount! fr.tfrr Thursday, Novcmber 7, 2016
Lbcal Students Attend WeSt ssee Marching Band Championship
The McNairy Central has hosted the contest, for- of bands, presented a rep- place among double-A bands. High School Marching Band merly known as the Skyhawk resentative from McNairy For more information about received fifth place overall Marching Band Invitational, Central High School with UT Martin, visit utm.edu/ during the West Tennessee for the past 15 years. Drs. the award. McNairy Central advantage, Marching Championships at ]erald Ogg (left), UT Martin High School also received sec- the University of Tennessee at provost, and John Oelrich ond place among double-A Martin, Oct.22. UT Martin (right), UT Martin dilector percussion sections and first http://wkms.org/ Anthony Stewart Named Head Coach for UT Martin Basketball
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Credit UTM Sports / 714)Itter The Univeisity olTennessee at Martin has officially removed the 'interim'tag and tabbed Anthony Stewart its head men' s basketball coach.
Stewart, 46,hadbeen serving on an interim basis since being promoted from associate head coach on April 21. Stewart is the lOth head men's basketball coach in program history.
"[ am proud to announce that Coach Stewart as the long-term leader of our Skyhawk men's basketbal] program," said interim Athletic Director Kevin McMillan "Not only has he done an unbelievable job as interim head coach but he has been a vital key to our program's success since he arrived in2014.1 am confident in Coach Stewart's abilities and look forward to watching him develop into a successful head coach and leader of men."
I,'rom (,'7M Sports: A native of Akron, Ohio, Stewart graduated from the University of Mount tlnion with a bachelor's degree in business management in 1993. He completed his Master's degree in business administration fiom Chancellor University in 2006.
As tIT Martin's associate head coach under Heath Schroyer from 20 14- 1 6, Stewart helped lead the Skyhawks to two of the best seasons in the program's Division-I history. LIT Martin has pieced together back-to-back 20-win seasons for the hrst time since 1981-83, as the Skyhawks' 41 victories are tied lor the most in a two-year span in school history.
"I am honored to be the head men's basketball coach at UT Martin," said Stewart. "I'd like to thank the administration especially our Chancellor Bob Smith and my athletics director Kevin McMillan - for all of the support I have received. I am thankful for my staff and my players for standing by me without thern, this *ontan't be possible. The West Tennessee community is a special place mysell and my family are proud to call UT Martin our home. Our staff will continue to work hard to put an entertaining product on the floor while also molding our student-athletes into valuable members of society." Uf H4artin is the only Ohio Valley Conference team to win a postseason game in each of the last two seasons. The Skyhawks, four Collegelnsider Postseason Tournament victories in Stewart's tenure as asstlciate head coach are the second-highest amount of postseason wins for any OVC program in atwo-year stretch.
The Skyhawks play the Racers Jan.28 at Murray State. THE WEAKLEY COUNTY PRESS THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2016
UPCOMING CONCERTS Members of the UT Martin Woodwind Ensemble perform during their spring con- cert in April 2016. - Concerts planned of UTM this week
The University of 1en- The University Singers otic musical selections. Ad- students from UT Marlin nessee at Martin will host and New Pacer Singers mission for this concert is and the local community a variety of musical events will present their fall choral $5 for adults and $1 for UT performing music from in the month of November, concert at 2 p.m., Nov. 13, Martin and local students composers with strong including vocal perfor- also in the Blankenship Re- over 12 years of age. Chil- Russian heritages. Selec- mances and wind, percus- cital Hall. The ensembles, dren under 12 are admitted tions include music by Ser- sion and piano ensembles. conducted by Dr. Mark free of charge. gei Rachmaninoff and Igor All performances are open Simmons, associate pro- Visiting musician Sergio Stravinsky, among others. to the public. and there is fessor of music, have both Soares will meet with the For more information on no admission charge unless performed with the Jackson UT Martin Percussion Stu- these and other events host- otherwise noted. All perfor- Symphony, and the New dio and members of the lo- ed through the UT Martin mance locations are inside Pacer Singers have pre- cal community at 5:30 p.m., Deparlment of Music, con- the UT Martin Fine Arts sented two different con- Nov. 15, to demonstrate tact the department at 731- Building. cert tours in New Zealand. Northeastern Brazilian 881-1402. UT Martin students Students will perform a va- rhythms called xote, frevo studying brass, woodwind riety of musical selections, and maracatu. Soares will and percussion instruments including a classic from the also perform a concert with will perform in a student movie "Willy Wonka and students from the percus- chamber music recital at the Chocolate Factory" in sion ensemble. Both events 7:30 p.m., Nov. 8, in the honor of the late comic ac- will take place in the UT Blankenship Recital Hall. tor Gene Wilder. Marlin Percussion Studio. Students will perform in The UT Martin Wind En- The UT Martin Piano En- like-instrument and mixed- semble will follow with a semble will follow Soares' instrument ensembles fea- concefi at'7'.30 p.m., Nov. presentation with "Music of turing music spanning the 13, in the Harriet Fulton the Russians" at7:3O p.m., classical to modern eras. Theatre. This concert will Nov. 15, in the Blankenship The UT Martin Contempo- pay homage to veterans of Recital Hall. The recital, rary Music Group will also the United States Armed directed by Dr. Elaine Har- perform a piece composed Forces and feature both riss, UT Martin professor specifically for them. classic and modern patri- of music, will feature piano THE WEAKLEY COUNTY PRESS THURSDAY NOVEMBER 3,2016 Morel to be featured in documentary Marineryrarlrs \-apr.Capt. BrentDrerrr Mo-wIO_ tioneduonecl hisnrs vehiclevehlcle totO protect reI, a 1999 graduate of the his comrades. An RpG hit his Humvee as well, injur- ing no one but leaving his men in a dangerous posi- tron. Day, the History Channel As company commander, will launch a series called Morel had to make a dif- "The Warfighrers." an epi- ficult decision in a matter sode of which will feature of moments. In the end, he the insurgent attack in and several of his men ran which Morel died defend- across open terrain to con- ing his fellow Marines. front the insurgents and, Four episodes of the se- in the words of his men, ries will premier back-to- "changed the momentum back beginning at 7 p.m. of the battle." Central Time. Nov. I l, on Morel was the only the History Channel. Mo- American killed in the as- rel's actions will be includ- sault. ed in episode 1I2: "The For his actions, Morel Ambush of April Tth." posthumously received the series ^The is composed Purple Heart and the Navy ol hrst-person accounts Cross, the second-highest combined with cinematic milrtary recognition after sequences and real images the Medal of Honor. and footage from actual "The Warfighters," di- Middle Eastern operations. rected by Peter Berg, aims to Morel, a Martin native give viewers an inside look and graduate of Bartlett at the global war on terror High School, was part of a by chronicling recent U.S. convoy on patrol near Fal- Special Operations Forces lujah when it drove into a missions. Each hour-long HONORABLE SERVICE Marine Capt. Brent Mo- trap. After the lead Humvee episode highlights the cour- rel, a 1999 graduate of the University- of Tennessee at Mar- was hit by a rocket-pro- SEn MOREL, tin,.is.pictured on the Euphrates River while serving in the pelled grenade. Morel posi- PecE rr Middle East before his death in April 2004.
MOREL, Morel was presented to UT Fnolr Pecn r Martin during the Memo- age. dedication and sacri- rial Day Commemorarion fice of the Army Rangers, Ceremony in 2005, a year Green Berets, Marines and after his death. and stands Navy SEALS in what is guard in the Paul Meek now the longest Library to re- ongoing conflict mind UT Mar- in American his- tin students of tory. the sacrifice "We can never made by one do enough to of their own. A pay tribute to our plaque made in vets and military his honor also servicemen. I'm hangs in the incredibly happy meeting room that History continues hon- of the Skyhawk Veteran's oring these great men and Association. women with 'The Warflght Morel's parents, Mike and ers.'This series is special to Molly. still live in Martin. me because we get to make and his niece is currently a it with veterans," said Berg freshman at UT Martin. in an interview with Holly- A trailer can be viewed on wood Repofier. More than youtube.com by searching 90 veterans participated in "The Warfighters series." the series' production. Additional episodes are Acommemorative bust of scheduled ro air in 2017. THE WEAKLEY COUNTY PRESS THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2016
Young writers' conference set for Nov. 18 The annual Young Writ- student writing workshops. ers Conference returns to Teachers recommending the University of Tennes- students are asked to follow SUCCESSFUL CLASS Matthew Chesnut, a spring see at Martin on Nov. 18. their school's policies in ar- - 20 graduate of the University of Tennessee at Martin The conference will be held ranging for parent/guardian l6 Veterinary Health Technology Program, is shown preparing Woodrow, a miniature Australian shepherd, for examina- ilon. UT Martin Veterinary Health Technology program achieves 100 percent pass rate Students from the Univer- "They were dedicated in sityofTennesseeatMartin's and out of the classroom. Veterinary Health Technol- They made the commitment ogy Program achieved a 100 to study and prepare for this percent pass rate during the important exam, which led 2016 summer session of the to great results. Passing the Veterinary Technician Na- exam allow,s these gradu- tional Examination. This is ates to become licensed the first time a cohort from veterinary technologists the program has reached and begin their careers in this goal. the veterinary field." Students who received According to Roberts, their UT Martin degrees in the national pass rate for the spring and summer 201 6 the VTNE is around 70 per- semesters were eligible to cent, with the UT Maftin sit for the national exami- pass rate averaging around nation, which required percent. UT Martin's on is 90 mended to receive a professional Veterinary Health Technol- basis hie li- df Program has continued edu/departments/ecos/con- cense to practice in the state ogy to grow since its official ac- ference.php or by mailing of Tennessee. All students registration materials to who took the exam during creditation in spring 2014. "The and dedica- Young Writers Confer- the summer testing session time passed as first-time test tak- tion it takes (to study) while basis and costs per stu- ence, Office of Educational $12 ers. Three working a full-time job is includes Outreach, 110 Gooch Hall' testing sessions dent. The fee all but they did it," workshops, readings and University of Tennessee at are offered each year. daunting, said Amanda Waldon, a li- Martin, Martin, TN, 38238. "I feel like the vet tech lunch. program does a goodjob censed veterinary medical Teachers are encouraged, All checks should be made of emphasizing the importance technologist and UT Martin uired, to attend payable to UT Martin. information of licensure, and they de- instructor. udents. The reg- For more partici- is$25forteach- or to receive registration vote a lot of time and effort "These students to reviewing VTNE-related pate in hands-on labs, class- topics.(Ourprofessors)pro- room activities and com- vided us with the resources munity service through the we needed to help us pass program, and they have an the exam," said Matthew opportunity to pursue ca- Chesnut, a spring 2016 reers in one of the fastest- program graduate. Chesnut growing and most sought- began working as a veteri- after fields in the U.S." nary health technologist at For more information Hooks Pet Clinic in Martin on UT Martin's Veteri- shortly after completing his nary Health Technology degree requirements. Program, which is housed "This was a great group within the College of Ag- of students to work with," riculture, Geosciences, and said Dr. Jason Roberts, Natural Resources, contact professor of animal sci- Roberts at 731-881-1071 or ence and program director. [email protected]. THE LAUDERDALE COUNTY ENTERPRISE, RIPLEY, TENNESSEE, NOVEMBER 3, 2016
rforcumls a disrgn$u'ld tfrtml. Srany jobs Engineering Major they design, they build or plan to build. So there were a few plans that I drew over the summer that I actually went and saw where they had started doing work on them," he said. "l drew plans. I did a lot of that. I helped design some concrete footings for steel buildings. I went and did some surveying out in the field. The biggest benefit was getting to see how I was actually going to use my degree, seeing what was going to come after I graduate." plans Z:,2 riiit.'' s perr- ence gained from Forcum Lannom and encour- ages other students to take advantage of similar CODY KINC, a Cates native, is no stranger to learning experiences. heavy machinery. Crowing up in his family's exca- "You're going to school for four years of your vation business, King has seen many engineering life ... and you have no idea what you're going designs put into practice. Now, as an engineering to be doing in the field if you haven't worked out major at the University of Tennessee at Martin, he there before," he said. "l would highly recom- is getting a look at the behind-the-scenes details mend, no matter what career you're going into, that go into planning those projects. if you have the opportunity to do an internship, "My family owns a construction business, an take it. lt gives you that extra look into the fu- work. excavation business, where they do utility ture to see what you're actually going to be doing Civil engineers are the ones who draw all the once you graduate from college." plans for that," he said. King is a senior at UT Martin concentrating in civil engineering. "lt was something I had a background in, and things made sense because I had used them all my life. I could picture things. Seeing the design process that goes into these projects is really awesome." The UT Martin Department of Engineering requires all engineering students to complete an internship or co-op program before earning their degrees. King took advantage of family connec- tions to land an internship position with Forcum Lannom Contractors in Dyersburg this past sum- mer. He didn't spend his time grabbing coffee and running errands, however. The crew at Forcum Lannom put him to work, and King was able to see the fruits of his labors in a very real way. THE LAUDERDALE COUNTY ENTERPRISE, RIPLEY, TENNESSEE, NOVEMBER 3, 201 6
Young author Writers _:t*:lj'ff'"t :::::- "r,r,**" "r,* ACT Prep Course Oflered At UTM High school students interested in preparing for the ACT are encouraged to register for a one-day ACT prep course offered from 8 a.m.through noon, November 72th, at the University of Tennessee at Martin Ripley Center. Alex Beene, course instructor, will prepare students for the test by working through each section and teaching time management. He will also address the most com- monly missed questions and give advice on how to answer them correctly. Beene has mentored more than 1,000 students since 2013 who have been awarded a combined total of $4.2 million in schol- arrd, 10:45 a.m, through materials to Young W4g- arships. Those who par- 12:15 p.m. sessions with ers Conference, Office ticipate in his courses in- a luncheon following at of Educationai Outreach, crease their test scores by 12:30 p.m. Students will ll0 Gooch Hall, Univer- an average of 3.4 points. also have an opporlunity sity of Tennessee at Mar- to share their work during tin, Martin, TN, 38238. For more informa- an open-mic reading from For more information tion or to register, contact 2p.m. through 3 p.m. or to receive registration the UT Marlin Office of materials, contact Dr. Educational Outreach at John Glass, UT Martin 731-881-7082 or visit the associate professor of course website at utm. English, at 73 1-881-7288 edu/connect and select or by email at jglass@ non-degree progmms. utm.edu. r,$trT rfters conferemse tm e hetd at om #w. $ffi
The annual Young Writers work during an open-mic reading strategies, writing assessment, available at tianaclark.com. Conference returns to UTM's from 2-3 p.m. and desigrring effective student Students and teachers can Boling University Center on Nov. In ordel to attend, students writing wortshops. Teachers rec- register onJine at utm.edu/deparl- 18. conference The rvill be held must be recommended by a ommending stuclents are asked ments/ecos/conference.php or by from 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m., aud is teacher on the basis of academic to follow their school's policies mailing registration materials open to students in g:ades 9-12. achievement and artistic pront- regarding an'anging for guardian to Young Writers Conference, Registration materials and fees ise. Registration is limited to permissions. Offlce of Educational Outreach, rnust be received by Nor,. 11. 200 participants on a first-come, Tiaua Clark, winner of the ll0 Gooch Hall, UTM, Martin, Participants can choose frorn first-served basis. The cost is 2016 Acaderny of American Po- TN, 38238. All checks should workshops on a variety of topics $12 per student, and includes all ets Prize and author ofthe poetry be made payable to UTM. For includin g poetr1,. resurne-w riri n g. workshops, readings. and lunch. book Equilibriurn, wlll serve as more information, contact Dr, songwriting, journaling, young Teachers are encouraged, bttt keynote speaker. Clarkis cunent- John Glass atl3l-881-1288 orby adult novels, and allegory. Each not required, to attend with their ly a Master of Fine Arts candidate email at jglass @utm.edu. student will attend two I .5-hour students. The registration fee at Vanderbilt University, where workshops, with lunch to follow is $25 for teachers. Attending she serves as poetry eclitor for the at 12:30 p.m. Srudenrs rvill have laculty can choose workshop Nas hv i I b Rev ietv . More informa- ,an opportunity to share their sessions on classroom lvriting tion regarding Clark's work is
Martin native to be honored on History Channel
Marine Capt. Brent Morel, a dangerous position. 1999 U'IM graduate, was killed As company comrnander, Mo- in combat near Fallulah, Iraq, rel had to make a difflcult deci- on April 7,2004. This Veteran's sion'in a matter of moments. In Day, the History Channel will the end, he and several of his nen launch a series called Tlte Warf- ran across open terrain to con- ighters, an episode of which will front the insurgents and changed feature the insurgent attack in the momentum of the battle. Mo- which Morel diecl defending his rel was the only American killed fellow Marines. in the assault. Fourepisodes of the series will For his actions, Morel post- premier back-to-back beginning humously received the Purple at 7 p.m., Nov. I I , on the History Heart and the Navy Cross, the Channel" M<-rrel's actions will be second-highest military recog- included in episode 112: "The nition after the Medal of Honor. Ambush of April 7th". The se- I'he Warfighter.r aims t no one but leaving his rnen in a be viewed on youtube.com by scheduled to air in 2A[7 . LOCAL STUDENTS AfiEND WEST TENNESSEE MARCHING BAND CHAMPIONSHIP - The Camden Central High School Marching Band received second place among single-A bands during- the WesI Tennessee Marching Championships at the University of Tennessee at Martin, Ocl. 22. UT Martin has hosted the contest' Band the Martin llor, ntral H the o rece ace among single-A color guards. UTMI online programs recognized for great value The University of Terrnessee each included institution. UTM Forbes, the Princeton Review, at Martin's online programs have offers online deglees in inter- and U.5. News snd World Re- been recognizedfor great value disciplinary studies. business port and ranks them according at both the undergraduate and administration, management, to degree cost. UTM's online graduate levels by OnlineCol- agribusiness, arrd farm and ranch MBA prograrn is designed fclr legePlan.com and GradSchool- management, as well as the RN financial services professionals Hub.com. to BSN nursing bridge option. and was rnost receutly ranked OnlineCollegePlan.com col- GradSchoolHrtb.com recentl y 22ndin the nation by U-S. News lectively ranked UTM's five released its list of the most af- and World Report. online bachelor's programs 39th fordable top-ranked online MBA For more inforrnation on on its list of the "Tcrp 50 Most programs for 2016 and cited UTM's onlir-re degrees. contact Aftordable Online Bachelor's UTM as number 15. The rank- UTM Online at 731-881-7080. Degrees". This ranking is based ing focuses on institutions that on the net yearly average price of have already been recognized obtaining a degree online fiom by major publications such as UT Martin, Soybean pegeants rescheduled The annual Miss Univer- ble for the Miss Tennessee sity of Tennessee at Martin/ Soybean Festival title. Miss Tennessee Soybean The pageant is divided Festival ScholarshiP into five phases of com- Pageant has been resched- petition, including private uled. The event will now interview, swimsuit, talent, begin at 7 p.m. Nov. 13 evening wear and on-stage in the Boling UniversitY questions. Each contestant Center's Duncan Ballroom. is scored individually from Pre-sale tickets will be one to l0 in each category. available in the UT Martin Interviews will take place Student Life Office on the on the morning of the pag- second floor of the Boling eant and mandatory practice University Center until the will occur in the afternoon. week of the pageant. A The contestant crowned limited number of tickets Miss UTMar-tin will receive will be available at the door $1,500 in scholarship prior to the competition, money, and Miss Tennessee but advance purchase is Soybean Festival will recommended. The admis- receive $1,500 if she is a sion charge is $15 for the UT Martin student or $500 general public and $10 for if not. The first runner-up UT Martin students with for Miss UT Martin will their university ID. Only receive $500 and the sec- one ticket can be purchased ond runner-up will receive with each student ID. $200. There is no runner- The Miss UT Martin up for the Miss Tennessee Scholarship Pageant is cel- Soybean Festival title. ebrating its 54th year, and Both titleholders will this is the lSth year for the compete in the statewide Miss Tennessee SoYbean Miss Tennessee Scholarship Festival title. Pageant in Jackson next Both titles will be cho- summer, and the winner of sen in the same night. that crown will then com- Students enrolled full-time pete for the title of Miss at UT Martin through the America in Atlantic City, spring 2017 semester are N.J. eligible for either crown. For more information, Women participating as a contact Katrina Cobb, Pag- resident or full-time student eantdirector, atkcobb @ wljt. in West Tennessee are eligi- org or (731) 881-7561. TheJackson Sun Monday, November 7,2016 | History Channel special to honor UT Mattin alum Marine captain was killed miere back-to-back beginning at7 p.m. Friday on the History Channel. Moiel's near Fallujah, Iraq in 2004 actions will be included in episode 112: "The Ambush of April Tth." The series is THE JACKSON 5UN composed of first-person accounts com- bined with cinematic sequences and real MARTI Brent Mo- images and footage from actual Middle rel, a1999 iversity of Eastern operations. Tennessee ed in com- Morel, a Martin native and graduate bat near Falluj 2004. of Bartlett High School, was part of a This Veteran's annel convoy on patrol near Fallujah when it will launch a War- drove into a trap. After the lead Humvee fighters," an episode of which will fea- was hit by a rocket-propelled grenade, ture the insurgent attack in which Morel Morel positioned his vehicle to protect sUBMITTED died defending his fellow PHOTO Marines. Marine Capt. Brent Morel was a graduate of Four episodes of the series will pre- See Veteran, Page 4A the University of Tennessee at Martin. the longest ongoing conflict in American Veteran history. "We can never do enough to pay trib- Continued from Page 34 ute to our vets and military servicemen. I'm incredibly happy that History con- tinues honoring these great men and his comrades. An RPG hit his Humvee as women with 'The Warfighters.' This se- well, injuring no one but leaving his men ries is special to me because we get'to in a dangerous position. make it with veterans" said Berg in an in- As company commander, Morel had terview with Hollywood Reporter. More to make a difficult decision in a matter of than 90 veterans participated in the se- moments. In the end, he and several of ries' production. his men ran across open terrain to con- A commemorative bust of Morel was front the insurgents and, in the words of presented to UT Martin during the Me- his men, "changed the momentum of the morial Day Commemoration Ceremony battle." Morel was the only American in 2005, a year after his death, and stands killed in the assault. guard in the Paul Meek Library to re- For his actions, Morel posthumously mind UT Martin students of the sacrifice received the Purple Heart and the Navy made by one of their own. A plaque made Cross, the second-highest military rec- in his honor also hangs in the meeting ognition after the Medal of Honor. room of the Skyhawk Veteran's Associa- "The Warfighters," directed by Peter tion. Berg, aims to give viewers an inside look Morel's parents, Mike and Molly, still at the global war on terror by chronicling live in Martin, and his niece is currently recent U.S. Special Operations Forces a freshman at UT Martin. missions. Each hour-long episode high- A trailer can be viewed on youtube- lights the courage, dedication and sacri- .com by searching "The Warfighters se- fice of the Army Rangers, Green Berets, ries." Additional episodes are scheduled Marines and Navy SEAI,S in what is now to air in 2017. THE WEAKLEY COUNTY PRESS TUESDAY NOVEMBER 8, 2016 UTM grad, now an MSU profrssor, discusses Tanner's legncy ByLINDA TIIURSTON nessee House of Represen- He also chaired the U.S. "John learned Press Editor that a lot tatives from 19ll to 1989, House delegation to the gets done behind closed A Congressman from and in the U.S. Congress NAIO Parlimentary As- doors," Hayes said. "That's Northwest Tennessee is the from 1989 to 2011 before sembly and was eventually how he attained pow- subject of a study his concern- retiring from public ser- elected president of that et." ing his inffuence on foreign vlce. group. Clardy is a native of relations. Clardy said one of the Dr. Clardy called Tanner one South Fulton. He holds a . dy, an as- most remarkable parls of of the most influential Ten- bac politi- srstan at Murray Tanner's career was his suc- nesseans in the post-Cold cal from State addressed t cessful reelection tn 1994, War years. and theorizes the nertee the Jackson Purchase His- when Newt Gingrich and two reasons for his influ- at Manin. a master's degree torical Society on Saturday Republican his "Contract ence: in pu bl ic adm in istraiion morning as the Veterans' with America" coalirion ."We have a proud mili- from Murray State, and Duy Parade proceeded a helped drive out Democrat- tary tradition in this state," doctorate down Lindell Street just in history lrom ic House and Senate mem- Clardy said, a tradition that the University of Southern outside the plate glass bers across the country. dates back to the state's Illinois-Carbondale. He window where he stood to Clardy credits Tanner's birth and is the source ofits also studied theology at the speak. survival to his instrumen- nickname of the Volunteer Unirersity of the South in He told the group he is tal role in forming a "Blue State. Sewanee. Tenn. authoring professional a Dog" coalition of conser- .There erists a "great in- paper on John The Jackson Purchase Tanner, a vative Democratic candi- tellectual curiosity in this Historical lormer U.S. Representative Society was dates. area about the world be- founded lrom Halls who in 1958 to pro- now lives Tanner's temperament yond us and how that world mote interest, in Union City. study and was the main reason he works." preservation of the regional Clardy asked the group, ended up on so many in- Former Appellate Judge history of the territory which also included mem- en- fluential committees so David G. Hayes provided compassed by the Chicka- bers of the West Tennessee early in his career, Clardy some insight at the conclu- saw Purchase of 1818. Historical Society. for opin- it said. Tanner served on the sion of Clardy's presenta- publishes the award-win- rons and sources to help Foreign Affairs. Ways & tlon. Jackson with his article. ning Purchase Means and Armed Services Tanner, Hayes said, "Had Historical Society Tanner served Journal in the Ten- commlttees. a huge impact. Huge. annually. DR. BRIAN CLARDY THE WEAKLEY COUNTY PRESS TUESDAY NOVEMBER 8, 2016 UT MARTIN CELEBRATES WORLD COLLEGE RADIO DAY - Nov.4 is celebrated annually asWorld College Radio Day and features contributions from college radio stations around the world.WUTM 90.3 FM "The Hawk," the University of Tennel- see at Martin's award-winning college station, served as the state of Tennessee's colle- THE WEAKLEY COUNTY PRESS TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2016 memories UTM students trace the steps of war in Europe St9ry and-photos courtesy of the Office of Universitv Relations University of Tennessee'at Marlin single one of the countries A group of students from we went to," said Emily the University of Tennessee Lacy, ajunior from Dyers- when they are available. at Martin traveled to Europe burg. "It's a great cultural ex- in May to see first-hand the One of her favorite stops perience. You really lasting effects of World War was a visit to the Menin get to see how different I, now in its centennial. The Gate in Ypres, Belgium, the cultures (are), and you trip, which included stops where local citizens have get to compare it to other in Ireland, England, Bel- observed the Last Post Cer- countries, to see first-hand gium and France, was part emony each night since the ... how they are similar of a class focused on the 1920s. "The citizens come and different at the same history and literature of the )ut every night at 8 p.m. in time," said Andre Delcalzo, Great War era. a sophomore from Bemus Point, "Getting to experience that little city, and they have N.Y. everything ' and seeing a moment of silence. Some_ "lt's nor always jusr where the explosions hap- times they have a band play about traveling; it's about pened during the war and or a church choir sing in how (travel) can benefit the craters that were all over respect to the lives lost in you in abstract ways. ... It's the countries we visited, the war. It's an incredible the experience you get that that was incredible. It really experience," she said. helps you be a more diver- stuck with me that (the war) sified person." was real," said Taylor Con- "It's worlh it. It's worth nett, ajunior from Erlanger, every penny; it's worlh ev- Ky. "When you read about ery minute," said Lacy. "If it, you don't get the same you're even slightly con- experience of actually be- sidering going on a travel- ing there and seeing it." crry was liberared by AIlied study, it's all planned out The trip included visits torces. ) for you; it's all there. You just to battlefields in France and have to pack a bag and go. Belgium, as well as a tour of There will more than the Imperial War Museum likely r expe- in London, which features nence 10 vou material from both world for yo take it, wars and the Holocaust. and run with it." said3j1I Participating students came #i,J"ffi.I"1,,T,":-Barrett, a junior UT Manin oflers a vari- home with a deeper under- froq Smyrna. ':i",iiri. i, ety of travel-study oppor- standing and appreciation' lust helped me have a better tunities each year in a wide perspective for the sacrifices made on on my freedom range of topics, including all sides. history, foreign Janguage, l'Even if you read about agriculture, textiles, music it, you don't get the full and political science. impact of how those coun- Financial assistance is tries and those citizens' available through UT Mar- lives were affected because tin colleges and depart- it wasn't like that here (in ments for students wishing the United States). When to travel. you go and you actually get For more inlbrmation on to see all these cemeteries university travel-study or ... there are thousands of study abroad opportunities. people from countries ev- contact the UT Martin Cen- erywhere buried in every ter for International Educa- tion at 731-881-1023. THE WEAKLEY COUNTY PRESS TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2016 STUDYING HISTORY ABROAD From left, from Readyville; and Andre Delcalzo, a sophomore from travel-study advisers Dr. Jeffrey Longacre, -associate pro- Bemus, N.Y., are pictured in front of a statue commemo- fessor of English, and Dr. Richard Garlitz, associate pro- rating the Battle of Cantigny in Cantigny, France.This was fessor of history; and students Elizabeth Packard, a 2016 the first battle on the Western Front of World War I in UT Martin alum from Lakeland; Madilyn Peay, a 20 l6 alum which American troops played a maior part. THE'WEAKLEY COUNTY PRESS TUESDAY NOVEMBER 2016 HISTORY COMES ALIVE UTM sophomore from Bemus, N.Y, are pictured students tour historic sites in France- and in front of a statue commemorating the Belgium as part of a travel-study program. Battle of Cantigny in France.This was the Clockwise from top: From left, travel-study first battle on the Western Front of World advisers Dr. Jeffrey Longacre, associate War I in which American troops played a professor of English, and Dr. Richard Gar- major part. The group is pictured (clock- litz, associate professor of history; and stu- wise, from above) outside the cathedral in dents Elizabeth Packard, a2016 UT Martin Amiens, France; Dr. Longacre is shown in r alum from Lakeland; Madilyn Peay, a 20 l6 restored trench and touring the cathedral' alum from Readyville;and Andre Delcalzo, a majestic interior. THE WEAKLEY COUNTY PRESS TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2016 http ://www.thunderboltradio.com/ UT Martin Veterans Day Ceremony Posted on November 9 2016 by Derek Kelley rn Local News UT Martin will observe Veterans Day with a program presented by the UTM Student Veterans Association at 3 Friday afternoon in the Boling University Center The program begins with the posttng of colors and the national anthem, which will be sung by senior music education major Darius Taylor Untversity provost Dr Jerald Ogg will commence wrth opening remarks while recognizrng the veterans in attendance History professor Dr Dan McDonough will honor Martin veteran Captain Brent Morel, who was killed battle near Fallujah in April 2004 Meanwhile, Weakley County commisioner Roger VanCleave and UTM veteran Robert Gertsch will talk about their mrlrtary experiences Skyhawk Veterans Association member Tim McClain will close the program with discussion on assisting veterans in the community A reception willfollow the program at4 in the University Center TnENroN Gaze,rre Wednesday. November 9, 20 I 6 Finat UTM Falt Preview Dav is Novem ner n The University of Tennes- see at Martin will host a final Fall Preview Day on No- vember 12 for high school students wishing to learn County students receive more about UT Martin and scholarships to UTM Several Gibson Countv .Hannah Nichole Moore, students have been awardei daughter of Eddie and Kim- campus resources in a low_ scholarships to attend the berli Moore, of Bradford, stress environment. University Tennessee of at is a freshman. She received The morning will begin Martin for the 2016-2011 the Jerry M. and Clara Jo r.rith check-in ir S a.m.. tot- academic year, according Arnold Scholarship and the lowed by an official wel- to Dr. James Mantooth, ex- Deans Scholarship. come at 9:30. A panel of ecutive director, .Chelsea Office of K. Joyce, daugh- current UT Martin students Enrollment and Services ter of Kenny and Phyllis will answer questions and Student Engagement. Joyce. of Dyer, is a senior. discuss the expectations of She received the E. C. Craf- c.ollege life at 10, and par- ton Memorial Scholarshi p. ticipants will be .Erin able to visir Chandler, of Ken- academic departments starl- ton, daughter of Rhonda ing at l0:45. The day will Chandler and Jeff Chandler, end with a full campus tour is a freshman. She received at I I :30. the Volunteer State Student There is o at- Assistance Scholarship. tend. and .Logan lings Youmans, son of and othdi wel- Michael and Ty Youmans, come. of Humboldt, is a junior. He Register online at utm.edu/ received the Alumni Trans- preview. For more informa- fer Scholarship. tron, contact the UT Martin Additional information on Office of Undergraduate Ad- scholarships and other types missions at 73 1-881-7020 or of financial assistance is email [email protected]. available by contacting the UT Marlin Office of Finan- cial Aid and Scholarships. 205 Administration Build- ing, UT Martin, Martin, TN, 38238, or by calling (731) 8 8 I -7040. Mental health focus of event Young Writers Conference at UT Martin returning to UT Martin The University of Ten- The nessee at Martin Office of annual Youns Writers achievement and artistic ter of fine arts candidate Student Health and Coun- Conference returni to rhe promise in order to attend. at Vanderbilt Universitv seling Services will host its University of Tennessee at Registration is limited to in Nashville, where shl Martin thjrd annual Stigma Cutting on Nov. 18. 200 participants on a first- serves as poetry editor for The conference Ceremony at 5 p.m. Nov. will be come, first-served basis and The Nashville Review. She 16. held from 8:30 a.m. to 3 costs $12 per student. The recently received p.m. funding A brief walk will begin on in versity fee includes all workshops, from the Nashville Metro- the back patio of the Boling Center to stu- readings and lunch. politan Arts Commission University Center and end dents in Teachers are encouraged, to support her commu- on the steps of the Student Registration materials but not required, to attend nity project. "Writing and as Health and Counseling Ser- fees must be received with their students. The Resi stance." wh ich proiides by Friday. vices building to symbolize registration fee is 925 for creative writing workshops the journey taken by those Participants can choose faculty tor trans vouth. from workshops who struggle with mental on a vari- op.ses- Studenis and teachers health issues. ety of topics, including writing may register online at utm. Joanne Perley, West Ten- poetry. 16sumd writing. assess_ edu/departments/ecos/con- nessee regional coordina- songwriting. journaling. ment effec- ference.php young or by mailing tor for the Tennessee State adult novels and tive s work- reglstratton materials to allegory. Prevention Network, will Each student will shops ecom- Young Writers Conference, attend be the keynote speaker. two workshops dur- mending students are asked Office of Educational Out- Yvannah Garcia, president ing the 9-10:30 a.m. and reach, 110 Gooch Hall, 10:45 a.m.-I2:15 p.m. of the UT Martin National ses- University of Tennessee at sions, with a Alliance on Mental Illness, luncheon fol- Martin, Marrin, TN 38238. lowing at will provide a testimonial 12:30. Tiana Clark, winner All checks should be made on her experience with Students will also have of the 2016 Academy of payable to UT Martin. mental illness. The ceremo- an opportunity to share American Poets Prize and For more information their work ny highlights key reasons during an open author of the poetry chap- or to register, contact Dr. mic reading p.m. stigma is attached to mental from 2-3 book "Equilibrium," will iate pro_ Students health services and encour- must be rec- serve as the 2016 confer- at (131) ommended teacher ages those who need help by a ence keynote speaker. email at to seek it. on the basis ol academic She is currently a mas- The event is free and open to the public. The Lauderdale Voice, Wednesday, l{ovember g, Z0l$ Retired teachers tour ltTM center Members of Diane Beard, Dorothy Ellw Tennessee at Martin Ripley Center employed by the UTM Ripley Center, ern classrooms, labs and the new ad Vance presented each member with a DRESDEN ENTERpRTSE o NOVEMBER 9,2016 MISS UTM/MISS TN SOYBEAN FESTIVAL PAGEANTS RESCHEDULED The 2017 Miss Universitv of Tennessee at MartiniMiss on the UT Martin Campus. STATE GAZETTE WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 9, 2016 1AMB frilBlll$ UI MARTIU tAtt PRElllEtlU llAY: Zack Lamb Student I Fall Preview to reg- ister, visi tllGAt $TUIIEITTS AITEUII UUE$I TEIIIES$E MARGHIIG BAIIII GIIAMPIIIN$HIP: The Dyer County High School Marching Band received third place overall during the West Tennessee Marching Championships at the University of Tennessee at Martin, Oct.22. UT Martin has hosted the contest, formerly known as the Skyhawk Marching rs. Jerald Ogg (left), UT Martin provost, and bands, presented representatives from Dyer County High School also received second sec- tions. For more inrormation about ur M#;1?i3ft"rf,fl31#Sy:lfr0"tercussion WORLD TOUR Around the World from culturally diverse groups, was held on One Plate, a dinner- featuring foods lastTuesday as part of DiversityWeek. HARMONY AND DMRSITY -Jay- directs theVoices of Harmony choir at the len Taylor, a senior finance major at UTM, DiversityWeek dinner. THE WEAKLEY COUNTY PRESS THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2016 tale of two veterans ByBtlD GRIMES war. His actions as a World has Smith, longtime dean Reprinted with War II dive-bomber pilot for the UT Marlin School pernxsslon earned the highest com- of Agriculture and Home cock (the Fightin' Hanna) During siriGs, aive- Harold Smith's World mendations and the coun- Economics. talked in de- was waiting to take them bomber pilots threw bags of jacket War II leather flight try's gratitude as he and tail about his World War II aboard. "And from then on, tinfoil from their planes to still fits him. So do the others risked everything to experiences. He agreed to for a little better than a year attract radar attention and words "American Hero" preserve freedom and end tell his story in December and a half, it was 'go, go, draw away anti-aircraft fire. as Smith, now 97, recalls a the war in the Pacific. Snn SMITH, go,"'he remembered as he The pilots flew in four-plane time when the world was at Only in recent years Pr.cn r8 laughed. "We didn't waste formations, peeled off and much time." dove straight down from Gen. William Tecum- about 10,000 feet, he said, seh Sherman of Civil War SMITH, Smith finished high Th. Nuuy couldn't have using dive brakes to slow school 1936 and en- fame is credited with say- down to about Fnopr Pl.cn r in picked a more unlikely pi- 400 miles rolled at Oklahoma A&M ing, "War is hell," and per hour. Precision pullouts 2011 shortly after Dottie, lot in Smith. He had flown (now Oklahoma State Uni- there's no better witness to were critical as dives some- his wife of 64 years, passed previously only once at a versity) study animal Sherman's war description times created up to 9Gs away. Known affectionate- to county fair when his dad of husbandry and continue than Harold Smith, who gravity. (During one prac- ly as "Dean Smith," his re- let him fly with the old his high school wrestling flew roughly 50 strikes, tice dive, he'd seen a large markable memory recalls a barnstormers. "And so I career. He eventually fo- sometimes two per day. in screwdriver fl oating around transformation from Okla- thought (about becoming a cused on his studies and a suppofi of Pacific theatre that had been inadverlently homa farm boy to decorat- Navy pilot), 'Well, it might specific interest in sheep, combat efforts. Strikes be- left aboard by a mechan- ed Navy pilot. be alright,' but it was sure which led to participation gan at daybreak, with time ic.) Planes not executing a He lives in a quiet Mar- a rough road from the time in major livestock shows. to get rest between strikes. straight pullout could lose a tin where the ... because we had a long neighborhood One large show during his Okinawa was an excep- wrng Smiths raised two daugh- series of training, and I tell senior year took Smith and tion, where operations were and ters, Claudia and Cindy. you. you either made it or A a friend on a boxcar jour- flown daily. "We operated built, flagpole next to the drive- you didn't. I tried every ney from Stillwater, Okla., down around the Philip- up to Lhree inches way displays an American way in the world I could of ar- to Ft. Worth, Texas, and pines for a while when mor, so the bombers carried flag, honoring the country to make it and finally made back as they tended the (Gen. Douglas) McArthur 2.000-pound. armor-pierc- he served. A shorr walk in- it," he said. show sheep. After finishing was getting his walk to the ing bombs. Smith credjted side through the living room While most wanted to be his undergraduate degree, beach," he said of seeing the extensi ve, continuous trai n- leads to the den where a fighter pilots, he chose to he received a scholarship to legendary general in one of ing for preparing the pilots wall displays photos of his fly dive-bombers. "I didn't pursue a master's degree at this famous walks through to do theirjobs. airplanes, his carrier (the care anything about being a the University of Illinois. the water along war zone Strikes presented one set Fightin' Hanna), his flight hotshot. All I wanted to do Smith completed his beaches. of dangers, but retuming to group and other war mem- was do a duty and get out," master's degree before In describing how strikes the carriers offered no guar- ories. A wooden display he said as he laughed. Hd World War II began and were executed, he said that antees. "Coming back, we case hangs in the hallway graduated from the dive- started his doctoral work fighters and fighter-bomb- always had to worry about off the den that contains bomber training program in early 1942. After Pearl ers provided air cover for getting back to the ship," he his Navy Crosses, air med- at Pensacola. but the rig- Harbor, he registered for the bombers and torpedo said of the return trip. "We als, his wings of gold and orous training continued. the draft in Grady County, planes. He recalled that pi- knew where the location a sheathed knife that flew Across state in Jackson- of Okla., recalling, "They lots were not as concerned the ship was going be, with him on strikes. ville, trainees practiced to were really hurting to meet about Japanese fighter and so we could chart our Life began simply enough takeoffs and landings on their quota, so they put their planes as they were about own course. But we got for Smith as his parents' marked-off fields and then if finger on me, and I decided anti-aircraft fire in strike lost or something like that families homesteaded in went to Chicago, where the I didn't want to go into the areas, noting, "Of course, and ran into problems, 1907 about 40 miles from pilots checked oul. in canier why, infantry." Someone sug- when we went in, we were they didn't break radio Oklahoma City. Born in landings on what he called si- gested the Navy Air Corps, sitting ducks for a while. lence to get you back." I9l9 at the close of World "baby flattops," two pas- At to which he remembered the tops of ships, radar War I, his granddad and dad senger ships and a coal ihip a responding, "'my good- Planes climbed to 12,000 sent signals as it spun 360 hauled cypress lumber from on which carrier tops were ness, I'm not a flier."' He feet and higher to avoid degrees, and these southern Illinois to build constructed. signals added, "By that time, I was anti-aircraft fire as they ap- could guide pilots back, a house and farmed about The pilots were sent from if ready to get about in any- proached targets, "and then planes were high enough to 240 acres, work that made carrier training to Air Group thing, and I had no parlicu- we had to make a straight pick up the signals. horses and mules extremely 6 in California, squadrons lar desire to fly, but I went run in, and then you start- As war operations moved valuable. The family kept reformed in San Francisco, one day, and at the end of ed picking up anti-aircraft to mainland Japan, pilots mares and jacks around to and they trained on the new the day they (the recruiters) fire." The Japanese tracked were allowed to fly around produce mules, and he re- SB2C Helldiver carrier- said. "You are now in the based, dive-bomber them on radar and used 4- Hiroshima and Nagasaki called when his dad once air- and 5-inch guns to thwart United States Navv." craft produced for the U.S. where the atomic bombs swapped a good matched attacks as planes stayed in . Navy. They then traveled were eventually dropped, team of mules for a car. formation as much as pos- by ship to the South Pacific, but they weren't allowed to sible, lacking the technical' where the carrier USS Han- support for protection. THE WEAKLEY COUNTY PRESS THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2016 drop bombs. Once the atom- Aftei Japan's s[rrender, who manned machine guns stayed ic bombs were dropped, he assisted in dropping Smittr- tralrit in to protect the plane and pilots, this restriction was lifted. food, medicine and sup- contact with fellow also serve as the radio per- but he does appreciate . "They (the Japanese) were plies to prisoner of war son, photographer and per- fought getting ready to try to repel camps where Americans the freedom they formed other duties during valiantly an invasion," he said, an were held. Later, as they so missions. His gunner, on "When a- invasion that he estimated headed home from Japan I see two different strikes, pho- to me," he said. would have cost count- to Long Beach, Calif., with something tographed two direct bomb less American lives. "They about 4,000 Marines aboard "I know every time I'd hits by Smith's plane to two the hatch to (the Japanese) would have ship, he recalls seeing "the break through Japanese battleships, one of man my plane, I always fought to the last man and sickest bunch of Marines , which was the Japanese bat- looked up and first of all woman I guess. ..." , I've ever seen" as they ex- tleship Ise, where he scored (said), 'Thank you, Lord,' Smith said that few Japa- perienced travel on the high a direct hit as it went down you know, to be alive," he nese aircraft remained to- seas. the ship's smokestack. laughed. ward the end the war Smith's service earned of "We had a good squadron because U.S. airfield him the Navy Air Medal A framed tribute to the of of men (Bombing Six)" he attacks. Several weeks af- with two Gold Stars in Fightin' Hanna displayed said, giving credit to others family den notes ter the atomic bombs were lieu of second and third in the involved in the strike. planes, dropped, the Japanese fleet Air Medals for meritori- "destroyed 132 After the war, Smith en- ships 9 pulled into Tokyo and Kure ous achievement. He also 32 merchant and tered the active reserves and Smith harbors. and U.S. Naval received the Navy Cross, warships." Harold returned to the University wasn't seeking honor when forces caried out two large a combat-only designa- of Illinois to complete his performed incred- strikes over several days. tion and the Navy's highest he his doctorate. He then taught War service. His and other air groups award. and one gold star in ible World II at Auburn University from The saying that "heroes are sank several battleships and lieu of a second Navy Cross 1947-48. after which he and not bom" fits this crulsers, causrng severe for extraordinary heroism. made accepted a position at UT who joined damage to the Japanese His Navy Crosses were humble man Knoxville. In 1967, he came putting everything Navy. awarded for successful others in to UT Martin Branch as the the world's The August day when 1945 attacks on Japanese on line in Department of Agriculture greatest conflict. the Japanese emperor an- battleships. Dive-bombing head and superintendent of nounced lhe country's in- olanes had a rear-sunner Editor's Note: This arti- the Martin Experiment Sta- tentions to surrender. his cle frst ran in the Summer/ tion. He was then named 2012 issue of Campus alr group was sent on a Fall School of Agriculture dean publication the strike near Tokyo to tar- Scene, a of and later dean of the School get electronics lactories Universitlt of Tennessee at and Agriculture and Home not destroyed by the Mertin, and is used by per- B-17 Economics before retiring missions. They were 'fly- mission Jrom the university. in 1987. On Dec. 13,201I, ing toward Mt. Fuji when the Harold J. Smith Confer- they were told to drop their ence Room in UT Martin's bombs the ocean and in Brehm Hall was dedicated abandon the mission be- in his honor and features cause the war had ended. photos fiom his World War They never carried bombs II experience. from that day forward. "I really enjoyed flying over the USS Missouri battle- ship at the time they were signing the surrender," he said of the offlcial surrender signing on Sept. 2.lr945. THE WEAKLEY COUNTY PRESS THURSDAY. NOVEMBER IO, 2016 DISTANT MEMORIES ln a recent photo, Dr. Harold Smith, wearing his World War ll flight jacket, recalls a -time when the world was at war and he was in the thick of it. DISTINGUISHED CIVILIAN Smith served as a dean at the University of Tennessee- at Martin for nearly 20 years. THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 10; 2016 UT-Martin to host ceremony The University of Tennes- Yvannah Garcia, president The Tennessee State Pre- see at Martin Office of Stu- of the UT Martin National vention Network has also dent Health and Counseling Alliance on Mental lllness, provided two displays to Services will host its third will provide a testimonial show the impact suicide annual Stigma Cutting Cer- on her experience with has on people's lives. The emony at 5 p.m., Nov. 16. mental illness. The ceremo- displays will be located on A brief walk will begin on ny highlights key reasons the back patio of the Bol- the back patio of the Boling stigma is attached to mental ing University Center from University Center and end health services and encour- noon to 6 p.m. on the steps of the Student ages those who need help to The event is free and Health and Counseling Ser- seek it. open to the public. vices building to symbolize the journey taken by those who struggle with mental health. Joanne Perley, West Ten- nessee regional coordina- tor for the Tennessee State Prevention Network, will be the keynote speaker, and CLUB TAKES TOUR - Members of are Martin residents(back row, from left) the Kiwanis Club of Martin toured the new Orrin Cowley, layne Parrish, Keith Pettit, academic space and press box at the Uni- David Sudberry, Lana Westbrook, Annie versity of Tennessee at Martin's Hardy M. Jones, David Brodrick, David Spencer;Vicke Graham Stadium during a lunch and learn Hazlewood, Clinton Smith, Jim Clark and activity, Nov. 2, facilitated by Danelle Fabi- Steve Lemond;(second row) Linda Ramsey, anich, assistant athletics director for aca- Evelyn Blythe, Bettye Giles, Frank Black demics and student-athlete services. Many Anna Clark, Sara Sieber and Harry Hen- Kiwanis members are associated with the derson; (front row) Fabianich, Anita Bell university in various capacities. Pictured and DeAnna Chappell. UTM to hosf two pageanfs on Nov.'[ 3 '['he annual N4iss [Jniversity scholarship rnoney, aird Nliss of Tennessee ar Martiri / i\4iss Tennessee Soybean Feslival 'l'ennessee lvill Soyhean F'estival receive $1.500 if she is a tJ'l'N{ Scholarship Pageants are sched- student or $500 if nol The first uled to begin at 7 p"m., Nov, runner'-up fbr Miss Ll'fiVI will 13. in the Boling University receive$500 anrlthe seconcl ruin- Center's Durrcarr Ballroom. The ner-up will receive $200. l-here Illiss UT[,l Scholarship Pageant is no runner,up fbr the N4iss is ce.lebrating .its 54th year, nnd Tennessee Soybean F'esf ivai title. this is the l8th year lbr the Miss Both titleholders will compefe Tennessee Soybean Festival title. in the statewide jrJiss Tennessee Both titles will be chosen in Scholarship Pageant in .lackson the same ni-sht. Students emolled next sunrmer', and lhe r.vinner full-tinre at tJ'l'[4 through the of that crown will then compete spring ?0 I7 semester .rre eligible for the title of Miss America in tbr either cro\r,n. Worrren partic- Atlantic City'. N..I. ipating as a resiclerrt or f'ull-time Pre-sale tic-.kets are available student in West 'l'entressee are in the LI]'M Student l-ife Office eligible fbr the Miss Tenness$e on the sef,ond floor of the Boling Thursday. November 10. 201 6 Soybean F'estival title. Llniversity Center. A Iimited The pageanl is divided irrtcr five number of tickets will be avail- phases of competition, iucluding able at the door. but advance private interv ier,r,, sr.vimsuit, tal- purchase is recommended. The ent, evening wear, and on-stage adnrissicrn charge i; $15 for the questions. Each contestant is general publie and $10 for UTI\{ scored ind.ividually from one to students with their university l0 in each category. lnrerviews ID. Only one ticket can he pur:- rvill take place on the morning of chasecl with rach stuclent ID. the pageant and nrandatory prac- Fol irrclre infonnation. contact tice rvill eccur in the afternoon. Katrina Cotrb. pageant director. '['he contestrurt cnrwned Miss at kcobtrlgwl,jt.org or 731-88I - UTM wili receive $1.500 in 7 _\61 November is a time for music at urM The tlniversiti of Tennessee Chocolate Factory" in honor of a1 lvlartin wjll host a variery of the late comic arctorGene Wilder. musical events in the month of 'fhe U'l'M Wind Ensemble November, including l.ocal per- will follow with ir concert at fbrmances and wind, percussion. 7:30 p.nr., Nov. l.3, in the Halriet and piano ensembles. All perfbr- Fulton Theafre. This concert will mances are open to the public, pay honrage to veterans of the and there is no atlmission charge United States.Armed Forces ancl unless otherwise noted. All per- featurc both classic and nrodern fbnnance locations are inside the patriotic musical selections. Ad- LTM Fine Arts Building. mjssion fcu'this concert is $5 fcrr The University Singers and adults and $ I t'or UTM and local New Pacer Singers rvill present students over I 2 years of age. their tall choral concert at ? Chilrtren uncler 12 arc admitted p,m., Nov. 13, in the Blankenship free ofcharge. Recital Flall. The ensembles. Visiting musician Sergio conducted by Dr. Mark Sinurrons. So.lres will meet in the LITM in concert on Nov. 13. associate professor of nrusic, Percussion Studio rvith music have both perfbrmed with the stuclents anclmembers of the lmal at 7:30 p.m,, Nov. 15. in the sttch iu Sergei Rachmaninoff and Jackson Syrnphony, andthe New cornmunity at -5::10 p.nr., Nov. lllankenship Recita.l llall. Direct- lgor Stravinsky. Pacer Singers have presented tlvo 15, to demonstrate Nortlleastenl ed by Dr. Elaine Harriss, UTM For more infolmation trn these different concefi tours in New .Brazilian rhythms and pertbrm professor of rnusic. the recital and other events hosted through Zealand. Students will perfornr a concert lvith students tiom the w'ill fe;rttire piano students lrom the UTN{ Departrnenl ol Music. a variety of rnusical selections. percussion ensemble. t,t'l'Nl and the local comnrunity contact the department at 73 I - including a classic frorn the The UTM Piano Ensemble will performing music frorn compos- 881-'7402. movie "Willy Wonka ancl the present "Music of the Russians" ers with strtrng Russian heritages. Tuesday, November 15,2016 The Jackson Sun SUBMITTED From left: Morgan Martin, of Union City (second maid, Miss UT Martin); lm#ti ff4aib, of Lawrenceville, Ga. (first maid, Miss UT Martin); Brenna Wilkins, of Union City (Miss UT Martin); Laura Ann Higgs, of Toone (Miss ,fennessee Soybean Festival); Hannah Minear of Atoka (first maid, Miss Tennessee Soybean Festival); and Mallory Tidwell, of Bradford (second maid. Miss Tennessee Soybean Festival). Miss Tennessee crown last year as Miss Brenna Wilkins of lJnion City and Queen City. "I'm super excited to repre- sent Martin and the soybean festival and LawaAnn Higgs of Toone \Mjn crowns go back again this year," she said. She plans to take a holistic approach to her THE JACKSON SUN master's degree in child life studies. pageant preparations in hopes of taking During her year as Miss Tennessee Soy- home the crown. MARTIN, Tenn. - Brenna Wilkins of bean Festival, Higgs will promote a plat- The title of Miss Tennessee is a full- Union City, and Laura Ann Higgs of form called "Team Mica: Suicide Aware- time, yearlong position as Gov. Bill Has- Toone, claimed the Miss University of ness and Prevention." Her jazz dance lam's official spokesperson for charac- Tennessee at Martin andMiss Tennessee was unique among the evening's talent ter education and as an ambassador for Soybean Festival crowns, respectively, performances. Tennessee's Children's Miracle Network during the combined scholarship pag- Only current full-time UT Martin stu- hospitals. The winner of the Miss Ten- eant Sunday in the UT Martin Boling dents could compete for the Miss UT nessee title will advance to the Miss University Center. Martin crown. Those competing for the America Scholarship Pageant in Atlantic Wilkins, a sophomore social work ma- Miss Tennessee Soybean Festival title City, N.J., for a chance to serve as Miss jor at UT Martin, performed the vocal must be West Tennessee residents or en- America 2018. selection "Unlove You," by Jennifer Net- rolled as students in West Tennessee, but Miss UT Martin's court included UT tles, as her onstage talent. She will use did not have to be UT Martin students. Martin students Amanda Mayo of Law- her reign hs Miss UT Martin to support a Both young women will advance to the renceville, Ga., as first maid, and Mor- platform on depression and suicide statewide Miss Tennessee Scholarship gan Martin of Union City, as second awareness on college campuses. Wilkins Pageant, held at the Carl Perkins Civic maid. Miss Tennessee Soybean Festi- plans to finish her bachelor's degree at Center in Jackson each June. val's court included Hannah Minear of UT Martin before earning a master's de- Both Wilkins and Higgs have compet- Atoka, as first maid, and Mallory Tidwell gree and working in the social work field ed in pageants before, although this is of Bradford, as second maid. promoting children's welfare. Wilkins' first experience with a Miss For more information on the Miss UT Higgs is a junior at Middle Tennessee Tennessee preliminary pageant. "My Martin or Miss Tennessee Soybean Fes- State University where she is studying first plan is to hit the gym quite a few tival scholarship pageants, contact Ka- child development and family studies. times and work on better stage pres- trina Cobb, pageant director, at She plans to become a certified child life ence," she said, ofpreparing for the state [email protected]. specialist after graduation and obtain a competition. Higgs competed for the THE WEAKLEY COUNTY PRESS TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2016 Empty Bowls event to raise funds to feed hungry A local event that was the Wesley Foundation and nizers of the event. conceived as a small opera- Sodexo will be providing Photos of the bowls to be tion has now raised almost the soup. offered are being posted on $50,000 for charity. The event will be held Facebook at Empty Bowls The Empty Bowls event, Saturday from l l a.m. to 1 Martin Tennessee as they the brainchild of David p.m. at the Little Theater in are finished. McBeth now in its thir- the Fine Arts Building on All items are safe for teenth year, began as a way campus. oven, microwave and dish- to raise funds for We Care Weather permitting, at- washer, Falcon said. Ministries. a Martin charity tendees will be able to see "We want people to be ds at potters throwing clay and able to use our bowls and cost erafting items- outside dur- be able "td*enjoy" them,!' she ture, ing the event. said. clothing. linens. electronics Because this has been "In Tennessee, one in six and more, and operates a such a popular event, orga- Tennesseans has hunger is- food bank as well. nizers decided to add larger sues," McBeth said. "They McBeth, a professor at bowls to the selection avail- don't' know where their the University of Tennes- able by donation, for those next meal's coming from or see at Martin, first planned who already have enough if there'll be a next meal. luncheon as a fundraiser for soup bowls. "We're blessed in West the UTM Fine and Graphic The bowls are also ideal Tennessee to have We Care, Arts Department. Students gift items for Christmas or who provide a wonder- and faculty design original any other occasion. ful food relief program for ceramic bowls, then fill "This is something re- that. But they need help." them with hot soup and of- ally great to be a part of," All proceeds from the fer both soup and bowl for said Victoria Falcon, an art event go to We Care Min- a $10 donation. Churches, student and one ofthe orga- istries. READY To BE FILLED over 600 bowrs wiil be ready to saturday's Empty Bowls event. The bowls are fired by- students in the fine arts progr;m atthe UniversityofTen- nessee at Martin. Diners are invited to enioy homemade soup and keep thj original bowls in return for a donation. THE WEAKLEY COUNTY PRESS TUESDAY, NOYEMBER 15, 2016 Students hold special celebration for special people The dance floor in the gether," said Rachel Ste- services University during the event. of Tennessee phens, UT Marlin student Styles on Broadway, lo- at Martin's Student Life life coordinator. cated on Broadway Street Building dur- "You have service orga- in mg a Martin, also donated hair sp vent nizations. Greek organiza- and makeup services before Nov. 12. stu- tions, leadership organiza- the event for attendins stu- dents from special needs tions - just so many people dents. classes in Weakley. Obion, who fell in love with the "We are big on being in- Henry and Carroll counties idea of us doing something volved in the community. attended the event and min- that's bigger than our- and obviously we're in the gled with UT Martin stu- selves. " service industry, so any dents from hosting organi- Debbie Carden, a special way that we're able to help zations as Cooper the Band education teacher at West- out, that's what we want entertained the crowd. view High School, as well to do," said Marci Approximately Laird. a 30 stu- as several other teachers stylist with the "We dents, siblings salon. and fam- and teacher's aides were want everyone to know ily members attended Just the also present at the event to that we're here, we're able event, which was spear- support their students out- Snn SPECIAL, headed by the UT Martin side the classroom. - plcs d Non-Traditional Student "l think (a prom) in a Or ganiz ation and supporte d regular setting at a regular by the UT Martin offices of time, like at school, not housing and student life, all of them would go be- SPECIAL, the Black Student Associa- cause they're scared. Here, Fnoru Pecn r tion, the Student Govern- they'rejust out there having ment Association and many fun, throwing the balloons ling to help others. around, dancing they're - everybody Many members of the just having a big time," said Non-Traditional Student Carden. Organization have children "One of my girls, she themselves and wanted was out there crying and to create an event where says she's just so happy to special needs students and be here. It's exciting. ... I feel comfortable with new their families could have an wanted to come see them friends and familiar faces. experience that might not get dressed up and have a For otherwise be possible. fun just more inlormation time and do their on the event "We knew this would be thing." or how you a special or your business can be in- situation for [the The community got in- volved studentsl to panicipate in the future. con- in volved in the event as well, tact Durham juladurh@ something that maybe they at and several businesses do- ut.utm.edu. have not parlicipated in [be- nated time and services to forel," said Julie Durham, suppofi the effort. Cooper NTSA president. the Band donated their oer- "For me, what's cool formance for the .u.ning. and Christie's Photography, located in downtown Mar- tin, donated photographic TUESDAY NOVEMBER 15, 2016 THE WEAKLEY COUNTY PRESS A SPECIAL MOMENT Several area students and held Nov. l2 in the University of Tennessee at Martin's has community members break -in the dance floor during a Student Life Building.This was ihe first time this event prom event for special needs students in the local area, been held. THE WEAKLEY COUNTY PRESS TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2016 VETERANS' DAY AT UTM - The University of Tennessee at Martin SkyhawlcVet- erans Association hosted a ceremony in honor ofVeterans Day Friday in the Boling Uni- versity Center'sWatkins Auditorium. RogerVanCleave, a community veteran and current Weakley County Commissioner for District 7, served as one of several speakers during the event. PAYING TRIBUTE Michael Kirk of Newbern, an ROTC student from the Dyer County High School, was- among those who offered tributes to area veterans before Saturday's Skyhawk football game. A veteran presided oven the coin toss before the game. RollingThunder was also present at the game. Michael is a senior and has enlisted in the U.S.Army; he will go to basic training after he graduates. Photo by Raffe Lazarian, UT Martin University Relations UT Martin's Simpson named finalist for coach of the year http ://www.kfvs 1 2. com/ Rtblished: luesday, lVovembet 15th 2016 ll:50 pn Ctr Apdated: fuesday, lvovember lSth 2016, I l:50 pn Ctf Written by Derek Dickerson, Director coNNEcI MARTIN, TN (KFVS) - UT Martin head coachJason Simpson is one of 15 finalistsforthe Eddie Robinson FCS National Coach ofthe YearAward presented by STATS. The list includes at least one representative from all 1 3 FCS conferences. STATS will present the esteemed Robinson Award, which is being presented for the 30th time this year, at the national awards banquet on the eve of the NCAA Division I FCS Championship Game onJan.6 in Frisco, Texas. The award is named for the legendary former Grambling head coach. A national panel of over 1 50 sports information and media relations directors, broadcasters, writers and other dignitaries will select the STATS FCS Eddie Robinson Award following the regular season After losing 1 3 starters, Simpson has the Skyhawks at 7-4 overall (with three losses against FBS opponents) with have an opportunity to claim a share of thi Ohio Valley Conference title with a win at No. 2 ranked Jacksc nville State on Saturday. lf UTM wins that game they will earn the automatic bid to the 24-team FCS Playoffs, which would mark the team's first OVC Championship and playoff appearance since 2006. UT Nilartin is currently one of just 13 teams nationally with one or fewer losses to an FCS opponent in 2016 The Skyhawks defense is currently rank third nationally in turnovers gained (26), eighth in passes intercepted (1 6) and 21 st in total defense (323.9 yards/game) while the team's offense is first in the OVC and 17th nationally in scoring (34.5 points/game). Two prior OVC coaches have won the Eddie Robinson Award, Houston Nutt with Murray State in 1995 and Tony Samuel with Southeast Missouri in 201 0. A season ago JSU's John Grass was the runner-up for the prestigious honor. 2016 STATS Eddie Robinson Coach ofthe Year Finalists Brian Bohannon, Kennesaw State Rod Broadway, North Carolina A&T Steve Campbell, Central Arkansas Andy Coen, Lehigh Broderick Fobbs, Grambling State l\,4ike Houston, James Madison K.C. Keeler, Sam Houston State Chris Klieman, North Dakota State Dale Lindsey, San Diego .Jerry Mack, North Carolina Central Bubba Schwiegert, North Dakota Jason Simpson, UT Martin Bob Surace, Princeton Brent Thompson, The Citadel Chris Villarrial, Saint Francis TnrNroN Gl.znrrp, Wednesday, November 16, 2016 UTM included in 'Best Business Schools' for 2017 The Princeton Review has Tht-uSli6at-on does not included the University of Ten- rank schools numerically but nessee at Marlin's Master of instead lists those chosen in Business Administration pro- alphabetical order. UT Mar- gram in its annual list of the tiir's published profile calls the "Best 294 Business Schools," university "a friendly, flexible, 2017 edition. low-key place to get a quality Approximately 25,000 stu- business education." dents from business programs The UT Martin MBA Pro- across the country responded gram is offered in a hybrid to The Princeton Review's sur- format, whlch allows students vey to rate their institutions and to complet€ a conibinatiorl of report on their experiences as online and on-campus courses. students. The survey included A fully online option is also topics such as school admin- available, istration and professor quality, The complete list is avail- academic programs, oppodu- able at princetonreview.com/ nities for women and minori- business-school-rankings/best- ties, student body composition, business-schools, campus life and personal career prospects. Special prom gives students time to let loose Empty Bowls benefit The dance floor in the other teachers and teacher's University of Tennessee aides, were also present at slated for Saturday at Martin's Student Life the event to support their The University of Ten- tions, serving and cleZrn-up, Building was buzzing dur- students outside the class- nessee at Martin will host as well as making some of ing a special prom event room. the l3th annual Empty the bowls. last weekend 'I think (a prom) in a Bowls Soup Supper fund- For a $10 donation, visi- High school students regular raiser from 11 a.m.-l p.m. tors can enjoy an all-you- from special needs classes , not all Saturday in the Fine Arts can-eat soup supper and in Weakley, Obion, Henry because Building's Little Theatre. take home one of McBeth's and Carroll counties attend- they're scared- Here, Proceeds from the event handcrafted standard-sized ed the event and mingled they're justouttherehaving will benefit the We Care bowls. with UT Martin students fun, throwing the balloons food pantry in Martin and Larger bowls will have from hosting organizations around, dancing - they're help feed the hungry in suggested donation values. as Cooper the Band enter- just having a big time," Ms. Weakley County. A $5 donation is request- tained the crowd. Carden said. "One of my David McBeth, UT ed for those who only wish About 30 students, sib- girls, she was out there cry- Martin professor of art, to eat, but UT Martin stu- lings and family members ing and says she's just so donates his time and the dents can eat for free. attended the event, which happy to be here. It's excit- cost of materials to make For more information, was spearheaded by the ing. ... I wanted to come bowls for the supper each contact the UT Martin UT Martin Non-Traditional see them get dressed up and year. Department of Visual and Student Organization and have a fun time and just do UT Martin students also Theatre Art at (731) 881- supported by the UT Martin ' their thing." help with meal prepara- 1400. offices of housing and stu- The community got dent life, the Black Student involved in the event, as Association, the Student well, and several businesses The Princeton Review Government Association donated time and services to and other organizations. support the effort. Cooper Many members of the the Band donated its per- includes UT Martin Non-Traditional Student formance for the evening The Princeton Review but instead lists those cho- Organization have children and Christie's Photography has included the University sen in alphabetical order. themselves and wanted in Martin donated photo- of Tennessee at Martin's UT Martin's published pro- to create an eVent where graphic services during the master of business admin- file calls the university "a special needs students and event. Styles on Broadway istration program in its friendly, flexible, low-key their families could have an in Martin also donated hair annual list of the "BesI294 place to get a quality busi- experience that might not and makeup services before Business Schools," 2017 ness education." otherwise be possible. the event for attending stu- edition. The UTMartin MBApro- "We knew this would dents. About 25,000 stu- gram is offered in a hybrid be a special situation for "We are big on being derits from business pro- format, which allows stu- (the students) to participate involved in the communi- grams across the country dents to complete a com- in, something that maybe ty, and obviously we're in responded to The Princeton bination of online and on- they have not participat- the service industry, so any Review's survey to rate campus courses. ed in (before)," said Julie way that we're able to help their institutions and report A fully online option is Durham, NTSA president. out, that's what we want on their experiences as stu- also available. "For me, what's cool to do," said Marci Laird, a dents. The complete list is avail- about this is that it's not stylist with the salon. "We The survey included top- able at princetonreview. just the Greek (organiza- just want everyone to know ics such as school adminis- com/business-school-rank- tions), it's everybody com- that we're here, we're able tration and professor qual- ings/best-business-schools. ing together," said Rachel ling to help ity, academic programs, For more information Stephens, UT Martin stu- everYbodY opportunities for women about the program, con- dent life coordinator. "You and minorities, student tact Dr. Ashley Kilburn, body composition, campus graduate coordinator with life and personal career the College of Business prospects. and Global Affairs, at The publication does not (731) 881-7245 or emall rank schools numerically [email protected]. cial education teacher at be involved in the future, Westview High School in contact Ms. Durham at Martin, as well as several [email protected]. UC BAND HONORED - Union City Schlager. UCHS also received both the High School's marching band was named outstanding finals musical and visual per- grand champion during tlie West Tennessee formance awards and first place for its Marching Championships recently at the color guard, percussion section and band in University of Tennessee at Martin. Drs. the quadruple-A category. UT Martin has Bill Waterman (left), UT Martin director hosted the contest, formerly known as the of athletic bands, and John Oelrich, UT Skyhawk Marching Band Invitational, for Martin director of bands, presented the the past 15 years. award to UCHS band drum major Sarah OCCHS BAND WINS - Obion County Cole Guess and Sara Jane Kendall, who Central High School's marching band was also plays the flute in the marching band. named reserve grand champion during the OCCHS also received the Large Division West Tennessee Marching Championships Outstanding Performer or Performers at the University of Tennessee at Martin Award and first place for its color guard, recently. Drs. Robert Smith (left), UT percussion section and band in the triple-A Martin interim chancellor, and Jerald Ogg category. UT Martin has hosted the contest, (right), UT Marlin provost, presented the formerly known as the Skyhawk Marching award to OCCHS band field commanders Band Invitational, for the past 15 years. Veterinary students perfect on pass rate -1reerised-VeGrrnary-rnediael S-tudents from the --l Eel-likE-thevet tech University of Tennessee at program does a good job technologist and UT Martin Martin's Veterinary Health of emphasizing the imPor- instructor. "These students Technology Program tance of licensure, and they participate in hands-on achieved a 100 percent devote a lot of time and labs, classroom activities pass rate during the 2016 effort to reviewing VTNE- ates to become licensed and community service summer session of the related topics. (Our pro- veterinary technologists through the program, and Veterinary Technician fessors) provided us with and begin their careers rn they have an opportunity National Examination. the resources we needed to the veterinary field." to pursue careers rn one This is the first time a help us pass the exam," said According to Roberts, of the fastest-growing and cohort from the program Matthew Chesnut. a sPring the national pass rate most sought-after fields in has reached this goal. 2016 program graduate. for the VTNE is around the U.S." Students who received Chesnut began work- 70 percent, with the UT For more information their UT Marrin degrees in ing as a veterinary health Marlin pass rate averag- on UT Martin's Veterinary the spring and summer 2016 technologist at Hooks Pet ing around 90 percent. UT Health Technology Pro- semesters were eligible to Clinic in Martin shortlY Martin's Veterinary Health gram, which is housed sit lor the national exami- after completing his degree Technology Program has within the College of nation, which is required requirements. continued to grow since Agriculture, Geosciences to receive a professional "This was a great grouP its official accreditation in and Natural Resources, license to practice in the of students to work with," spring 2014. contact Roberts at (731) state ofTennessee. said Dr. Jason Roberts, "The time and dedication 88 I - 107 1 or jroberts@utm. All students who took the professor of animal sci- it takes (to study) while edu. exam during the summer ence and program director. working a full-time job is testing session passed as "They were dedicated in daunting, but they did it," first-time test takers. Three and out of ,the class.room. said Amanda Waldon, a testing sessions are offered each year. 'UTM Head Men's Basketball Coach Anthony Stewart (center, white shirt) introduced his coaihino staff to memUeis of the Kiwanis itub of Maitin at a meeting held on November tement about the plavers on the 2016-17 teamtea and said that Pictured with Coach Stewart, are (from left) Greg Majchzal(, graduate_assistant; .Jermaine Johnson, a-ssistant-coach;---:-4^-a -^^^L. AlexAleilreland.Alt'x lreland,Irelallqr isslstlaniassi asslt'lcllr 6oach:'D-eAndreuuqullr us^rrule Walker,ttqr^ert assistant coach; and Ali Patvaz, directordirec-tot ;,i 6di;i6ati operition=.-coattr Stewart is bdginning his first $eason as head coach after sgrving two years as associate head coach. DRESDEN ENTERPRISE o NOVEMBER 16,2016 Weaftley Gountu BeoGiues 3-$tar Awaril Govemor Bill Haslam and the Terures- Block Crrant points, which saves see Departnent of Economic and Com- AWARD, from page 1 millions of dollars that Weakley munity Development presented Threestar ThreeStar program since 1989. Countians do not have to pay awards at the 2016 Governor's Confer- This helps our communities out-of-pocket and helps prevent ence on Economic and Community De- and Weakley County to tax incteases." velopment in Nashville in October. be more pro- gressive for grants According to state officials, Locally, Weakley, Obion, Caroll, Hen- and loans." She stated that the Community the ThreeStar program is a vi- ry Gibson, Lake and Dyer achieved the tal component Tennessee's Development Program added in to ThreeStar status. overall level ofsuccess, provid- the past few years has helped The award ing counties a framework improve communities through with County offici for continued economic and gin, Weakley the implementation of various projects. community strength. Annual Ms. Virgin stated the participation level of in the ThreeStar funding has increased program helps communities over the years. One of the im- develop a strategy and a plan provements made possible by to address Governor Haslam's these programs is the develop- five priorities for public policy ment of the downtown areas. that include: jobs and economic Because of the ThreeStar pro- development; fiscal strength gram, three separate downtown and efficient government; pub- development projects have been lic safety; health and welfare; approved in Weakley County, in- and education and workforce ograms across cluding those in Martin, Green- development. The program en- advantage of field and Dresden. courages local community lead- toward grants, Ms. Virgin explained, "The ers, representing the five pro- our citizens." towns and county qualify for gram areas, the Joint Economic Mayor Bynum the Community Development and Community Development saved Weakley million dollars years. Boar{ Chamber Director Virgin said, "We stakeh have been qualifying and certifying in the tivities ity of their global competitiveness. Weakley County was presented the Governor's ThreeStar award for "performance, accourtability, and efficiency" in these areas. Benefits of certification in- clude a four percent discount on the required match rate for select state and federal grants. Participation in certain state pro- grams, such as the TN Down- town Revitalization Program, Select Tennessee Property Eval- uation Program, and the Tourism Enhancement Grant Program require the county is ThreeStar certified. Additionally, certified counties desigtated as Tier 2 and Tier 3 are eligible for an annual grant to serye as seed money for activilies focused on improving at least one of the measured areas of the program. Those on hand for the presentation of the ThreeStar Award to Weakley Gounty recently include (l to r): Janna Hellums, Northwest R Jody Sliger, ThreeStar Goordinator; Weakley Northwest Regional D CEO; Amy New, Assis THE LAUDERDALE COUNTY ENTERPRISE, RIPLEY, TENNESSEE, NOVEMBER 1 7, 2O16 Attends Summit tOCAt STUDENTS, from left, Edgar Servin, Kam- brielle Cuzman and Abbie Sondergoth, attended the WestStar Leadership Program's sixth annual FutureStar Summit, October 27rh, at the Universi- ty of Tennessee at Martin. The summit is designed for West Tennessee's future leaders, and the costs were underwritten by WestStar alumni contribu- tions, For more information about WestStar lead- ership programs, contact Virginia Crimes a|731- BBl-7298. THE WEAKLEY COUNTY PRESS THURSDAY NOVEMBER 17 2016 SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS Miss UT Martin, Amanda Mayo of Lawrenceville, Ga. (first maid, Miss UT - Martin); Hannah Minear of Atoka (first maid, Miss Ten- nessee Soybean Festival); and MalloryTidwell of Bradford (second maid, MissTennessee Soybean Festival). Wilkins, Higgs named scholarship winners Brenna Wilkins of Unron versity where she is study- ship Pageant, held at the person for character educa- City and Laura Ann Higgs ing child development and Carl Perkins Civic Center tion and as an ambassador of Toone claimed the Miss family studies. She plans in Jackson each June. for Tennessee's Children's University of Tennessee at to become a certifi.ed child Both Wilkins and Higgs Miracle Network hospitals. Martin and Miss Tennessee life specialist after gradua- have competed in pag- The winner of the Miss Soybean Festival crowns, tion and obtain a master's eants before, although this Tennessee title will advance respectively, during the degree in child life studies. is Wilkins' first experience to the Miss America Schol- combined scholarship pag- During her year as Miss with a Miss Tennessee pre- arship Pageant in Atlan- eant Nov. 13 in the UT Tennessee Soybean Fes- liminary pageant. tic City, N.J., for a chance Martin Boling University tival, Higgs will promote "My flrst plan is to hit the to serye as Miss America Center. a platform called "Team gym quite a few times and 2018. Wilkins, a sophomore Mica: Suicide Awareness work on better stage pres- Miss UT Martin's court social work major at UT and Prevention." Her jazz ence," she said, of prepar- included UT Marlin stu- Martin, performed the vo- dance was unique among ing for the state competi- dents Amanda Mayo, of cal selection "Unlove You." the evening's talent perfor- tion. Lawrenceville, Ga., as first by Jennifer Nettles, as her mances. Higgs competed for the maid, and Morgan Mar- onstage talent. She will use Only curent full-time Miss Tennessee crown last tin, of Union City, as sec- her reign as Miss UT Mar- UT Martin students could year as Miss Queen City. ond maid. Miss Tennessee tin to support a platform compete for the Miss UT "I'm super excited to rep- Soybean Festival's court on depression and suicide Martin crown. Those com- resent Marlin and the soy- included Hannah Minear, awareness on college cam- peting for the Miss Ten- bean festival and go back of Atoka, as first maid, and puses. Wilkins plans to fin- nessee Soybean Festival again this year," she said. Mallory Tidwell, of Brad- ish her bachelor's degree at title must be West Tennes- She plans to take a holis- ford, as second maid. UT Martin before earning a see residents or enrolled as tic approach to her pageant For more information on master's degree and work- students in West Tennessee, preparations in hopes of the Miss UT Martin or Miss ing in the social work field but did not have to be UT taking home the crown. Tennessee Soybean Festi- promoting children's wel- Martin students. The title of Miss Ten- val scholarship pageants, fare. Both young women will nessee is a full-time, year- contact Katrina Cobb, pag- Higgs is a junior at Mid- advance to the statewide long position as Gov. Bill eant director, at kcobb@ dle Tennessee State Uni- Miss Tennessee Scholar- Haslam's official spokes- wljt.org. THE WEAKLEY COUNTY PRESS THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 17 2016 LEADERSHIP SUMMIT - Six students from Wealdey County attended the West- Martin, visit utm.edu/advantage. TS DONATE PUMPKINS donation were (from left) Dalis Lampkins, University ofTennessee at Martin fresh- Paige Huggins, Evelyn Estrada, Hannah -man studies class members recently Paint- Houck Director of Nursing Michael Hob- ed and donated pumpkins to the residents ock and resident Leola Copeland. of Diversicare of Martin. On hand for the THE WEAKLEY COUNTY PRESS THURSDAY NOVEMBER 17,2016 PUMPKINS DONATED Chi Omega and Sigma Chi students recently painted and donated 47 pumpkins to the resients of Diversicare of Martin. Those involved were (from left) Bethany Cobb, Whg ffil urrp Onuntq ffi-efug rhursdav'November t7'2ot6 Educational Outreach Students Take s at ACIA Region 5 Conference nization for criminal iustice stu- dents and professionals. Logan and IGley are graduating this semestet but they are plan- ning to continue their mem- bership in AC|A in the profes- sional category. Each yearAC]A holds a national conference and regional conferences. The next national conference will be in Austin, Texas in March 2017 followed by Cleveland in 20.t8. A site for the 2017 Region 5 conference will be determined Members of the Zeta Epsilon Georgia Bureau of Investigation place), Corrections (2nd place), early next year. Nu (ZEN) local chapter of the ASAC Brian fohnston presented and Physical Agility (3rd place). ZEN, UTM's local chapter of American Criminal ]ustice the workshop on human traf- The highlight of the night Association (ACfA) participat- ficking. was when ZEN was awarded ACfA, became an official chap- ed in the Region 5 conference ZEN president, Logan 2nd place in the Crime Scene ter in December 2016 and is cur- in Chattanooga from October Farley of the fackson Center, lnvestigation competition. rently involved in the process to 2O-22. The theme of the con- placed third on the Criminal ZEN's lead investigator was become a university-recognized ference was human trafficking, Law test. IGley Blankenship Nkki Maness (Selmer Center). student organization. Criminal and students had the opportu- (Jackson, Selmer, main cam- We knew going into the com- Juitice students can get more nity to participate in a physical pus) took home awards in Police petition that we had a strong details and join ZEN by con- tacting Logan, or Dr. agility course, shooting compe- Management and Operarions team - this past summer Nikld Nkki, Boyles Elections for officers titions, and academic testing. (3rd place), luvenile fustice (3rd attended the National Forensic will Academy Collegiate Program be in the spring. Then we will be and Logan completed an intern- making plans to be even more competitive in the 2017 confer- ship with the fackson Police Department, and two summers ences. Membership is open to ago IGley attended the TBI UTM Criminal fustice students summer acadenry. at the Educational Outreach ACIA is a professional orga- Centers and the main campus,. UC, Toone residents claim Miss UT Martin, Miss Tennessee So bean F estival titles MARTIN Brenna Wilkins of Union City and Laura Ann Higgs of Toone claimed the Miss University of Tennessee at Martin and Miss Tennessee Soybean Festival crowns, respectively, during the combined scholarship pag- eant Sunday in the UT Martin Boling University Center. Miss Wilkins, a sopho- more social work major at UT Martin, performed the vocal selection "Unlove You," by Jennifer Nettles, as her onstage talent. She will use her reign as Miss UT Martin support a to COURTS SELECTED The courts for Amanda Mayo of Lawrenceville, Ga.; and depression - platform on Miss University of Tennessee at Martin queen Brenna Wilkins of Union City. Miss and suicide awareness on and Miss Tennessee Soybean Festival were Tennessee Soybean Festival winners were college campuses. Miss crowned on Sunday during pageants held queen Laura Ann Higgs of Toone, first Wilkins plans to finish her at UT Marlin. They include (from left) maid Hannah Minear of Atoka and second bachelor's degree at UT Miss UT Marlin winners. second maid maid Mallory Tidwell of Bradford. Martin before earning a Morgan Martin of Union City; first maid master's degree and work- ing in the social work field Wilkins' first experience hopes of taking home the included UT Martin stu- promoting children's wel- with a Miss Tennessee pre- cfown. dents Amanda Mayo of fare. liminary pageant. "My lirst The job of Miss Lawrenceville, Ga., as first Miss Higgs a junior is plan is to hit the gym quite Tennessee is a full-time, maid and Morgan Marlin of at Middle Tennessee State a few times and work on yearlong position as Gov. Union City as second maid. University. where is she better stage presence," she Bill Haslam's official Miss Tennessee Soybean studying develop- child said of preparing for the spokesman for character Festival's court included ment and family studies. state competltron. education and as an ambas- Hannah Minear of Atoka plans She to become a cer- Miss Higgs competed for sador for Tennessee's as first maid and Mallory tified child specialist life the Miss Tennessee crown Children's Miracle Network Tidwell of Bradford as sec- after graduation and obtain last year as Miss hospitals. The winner of ond maid. a Queen master's degree in child City. "I'm super excited to the Miss Tennessee title For more inlormation life studies. During her year represent Martin and the will advance to the Miss on the Miss UT Martin or as Miss Tennessee Soybean Soybean Festival and go America Scholarship Miss Tennessee Soybean Festival, Miss Higgs will back again this year," she Pageant in Atlantic City, Festival scholarship pag- promote a platform called said. She plans to take a N.J., for a chance to serve eants, contact Katrina "Team Suicide Mica: holistic approach to her as Miss America 2018. Cobb, pageant director, at Awareness and Prevention." pageant preparatrons ln Miss UT Martin's court [email protected]. Her jazz dance was unique among the evening's talent performances. Only current full-time UT Martin students could com- pete for the Miss UT Martin crown. Those competing for the Miss Tennessee Soybean Festival title had to be West Tennessee resi- dents or enrolled as students in West Tennessee but did not have to be UT Martin students. Both young women will adyance,to the statewide . M.iss Tennessee Scholarship Pageant, held at the Carl Perkins Civic Center in Jackson each June. Both Miss Wilkins and Miss Higgs have com- peted in pageants before, although this is Miss How Van Jones Became a Star of the 2016 Campaign Eh$LrqISoriElqer http://www.nytimes.cornl _ 18, 2016 By JACOB BERNSTEINNOV. http ://www.watertowndailytimes. com/ The liberal CNN commentator Var Jones tries to find common ground withthe right wing, even when he disagrees Credit Sasha Arutyunova for The New York Times WASHINGTON Last Thursday, Van Jones couldn't even buy a tuna wrap here without a woman in her late 20s walking up to him to ask for a selfie. Two minutes later, the Argentine woman behind the counter gave him a thumbs up. "It's like this everywhere," said Mr. Jones, 48. "I haven't paid for a cab since the election." That is when this CNN commentator, whose fiery political exchanges with supporters of President-elect Donald J. Trump over the last nine months have often gone viral, declared that the Republican nominee's victory represented a "whitelash" against a black president and a changing electorate, as well as a deeply painful moment for minorities in America. "You tell your kids, 'Don't be a bigot,"' he said on camera. "You tell your kids, 'Do your homework and be prepared.' And then you have this outcome, and you have people putting children to bed tonight. And they're affaid of breakfast. They're aftaid of, how do I explain this to my children?" Perhaps predictably, these comments garnered swift outrage from some on the right, such as Rush Limbaugh, who said the election had "nothing to do with white people wanting their country back on racial concerns." But in the liberal enclaves Mr. Jones inhabits, they were treated as something like gospel: a moment of naked honesty in a campaign season filled with distortions. "I've heard people say it was a star-making moment," said Mr. Jones's friend Ava DuVernay, the Oscar-nominated filmmaker. She quickly added that she had held him in that regard for quite some time, given his three-decade career in civil rights activism, his best- selling books on progressive issues and the considerable time he has spent on the lecture circuit. Growing up in Jackson, Tenn., Mr. Jones knew from an early age he would wind up doing a version of what he is doing now. His parents were educators who taught him about the importance of hard work and social justice. "In their view, excellence was a weapon against bigotry," said Mr. Jones, who worked on a student newspaper at the University of Tennessee at Martin before going to Yale Law School. Upon getting his law degree, Mr. Jones said, he moved to the Bay Area, was dumped after "like two weeks" by the woman he had relocated for and began working in criminal justice reform, starting the Ella Baker Center for Human Rights, an organization he named after the pioneering activist who mentored Stokely Carmichael and Representative John Lewis of Georgia. There, said Bryan Stevenson, who as the founder and executive director of the Equal Justice Initiative is one of the nation's most prominent voices on issues of mass incarceration and race, Mr. Jones emerged as an "early architect" of the movement, who got "people all over the country to care about" criminal justice reform. Right after Mr. Jones won a Reebok Human Rights Award in 1998, he spoke at the University of California, Berkeley, and met a law school student named JanaCarter, who ultimately became his wife. (They have two sons, 12 and 8, and live in Los Angeles. Mr. Jones asked that his children's names not be published.) But suing the police and staging protests took their toll. So did defending those who were released from prison but had no real opportunities for rehabilitation or employment. By 2002,Mr. Jones was seriously burned out. http ://www.watertowndailytimes. http ://www.nytime s. com/ conr, "I went to counseling, meditation groups, did every kind of self-improvement course you could imagine," Mr. Jones said. "Tony Robbins, Landmark Forum, Hoffman Institute. I was like Frankenstein, experimenting on myself." With former Vice President Al Gore's green movement picking up steam, Mr. Jones soon had an epiphany: Why not try to bring together the fights against pollution and poverty, training nonviolent offenders to work in eco-liiendly construction, doing things like installing solar panels. He saw it as an ideal form of manual labor, since it couldn't be outsourced to other countries. This became the subject of a best-selling book called "The Green Collar Economy" and led to a post in the Obama administration as an adviser to the president. The honeymoon was short-lived. Just six months after Mr. Jones arrived in Washington, the conservative talk-show host Glenn Beck started an investigation into his past and found evidence showing Mr. Jones had flirted with communism in college and had made impolitic comments about Republicans in a videotaped address. Mr. Beck also charged that Mr. Jones had signed a2004 petition from 9l ltruth.org, a group that believes the United States government was involved with the attacks on the World Trade Center. As the Drudge Report began linking to the stories and right-wing radio had a f,reld day, it became clear that he had become a liability to the White House and he resigned. Another dark period followed ("an emotional black hole," as Mr. Jones described it), but he was able to rebuild his reputation. In July 2010, 9l ltruth.ore removed his name from a list of those who support its mission, after reviewing its records and failing to find evidence that Mr. Jones had signed the original petition. Then came a visiting professorship at Princeton University and a fiiendship with Prince, with whom he played table tennis, discussed black history (and was admonished by to stop swearing). And in 2012, CNN hired Mr. Jones to appear on a new iteration of "Crossf,rre" with Newt Gingrich, Stephanie Cutter and S. E. Cupp. "The show did not last, but we loved Van's voice," said Jeff Zucker, the network's president, who kept him on afterward as a commentator. In March 20 I 5, Mr. Jones went on the air to talk about the 50th anniversary of the march on Selma, Ala., and received a message on Twitter from Ms. DuVernay, the director of the Academy Award-winning film "Selma," about the civil rights struggle that led to the passage of the Voting Rights Act of 1964. They struck up a colrespondence and went to breakfast in downtown Los Angeles, where Ms. DuVernay explained that she was working on a documentary about the criminal justice system for Netflix and wanted him to be a part of it. He said yes and referred Ms. DuVernay to Mr. Gingrich, who despite being on the opposite side of the aisle, is now his good friend, and talks in the film about the disparity in sentencing guidelines for white users of powder cocaine and black users of crack cocaine. Today, the movie, "73th," is a ffont-runner for the , and Mr. Jones has set up a production company to identiff multimedia projects. Central to his progressive mission is finding common ground with right wingers, even as he disagrees with them on matters big and small. "He makes the conversation better every time he's a part of it," said Anderson Cooper, the CNN anchor. "He's not an ideologue who's regurgitating talking points. He's incredibly thoughtful." "There's a ritual Rock 'em Sock 'em Robots quality to TV news, where everyone is supposed to come bludgeon the other person with their talking points," Mr. Jones said. "And over the course of the last l8 months, I've fallen out of love with that. I think the truth is messy." That segues neatly to Mr. Jones's new web series for CNN, called - what else? - "The Messy Truth." It debuted in late October, and the first episodes featured Mr. Jones going to Gettysburg, Pa., where he spoke with empathy and open- mindedness to Trump supporters, who discuss their economic concerns and heartbreak over being branded as racists simply because they support Mr. Trump. http : //www.nytimes' comr http ://www. watertowndailytimes. corrr Several thanked Mr. Jones at the end for really listening to them and asked him to pose for pictures. The symbolism of this black man surrounded by a phalanx of star-struck white Trump supporlers was hard to miss. (A televised special of "The Messy Truth" wilt air on CNN Dec. 6) Consequently, Mr. Jones didn't want people to infer fiom his election-night comments that he thinks all of President-elect Trump's supporters are bigots. At the same time, he thought it was essential not to brush aside the role of racism in Mr. Trump's ascent. "If you only focus on the toxic crap, you're not being fair to the Trump voters," Mr. Jones said. "But if you deny all the toxic crap, you're not being fair to the rest of Americans." There is little denying that Mr. Jones is popular among his colleagues at CNN, particularly after watching him last Thursday evening on a rooftop set overlooking the Capitol for a special taping of "Anderson Cooper 360." A cameraman approached during one of the breaks and implored him to run for office. "Please!" Mr. Jones said, "I'm runningfrom office." Then, Khizr Khan, the Muslim Gold Star father who spoke out against Mr. Trump at the , approached to praise Mr. Jones. "We need more voices like his," Mr. Khan said. Mr. Jones had gotten into a testy interchange the night before with his Evangelical co-panelist Kayleigh McEnany as she all but accused him of race-baiting and he admonished her to stop interrupting him. Yet as they sat side by side near Mr. Cooper, shooting the breeze during commercials, it was clear no harm had been done. "I think she's amazing," Mr. Jones said. If there was anything disappointing about the evening, it was that Mr. Jones's other on-camera nemesis Jeffrey Lord, a staunch - but friendly altercations. Trump defender and former aide to Ronald Reagan and Jack Kemp - wasn't there for one of their ferocious "How can you not like Jeffrey?" Mr. Jones said. "He's adorable. He's like a Fraggle." Then he paused. "If a Fraggle had a tendency towards terrible revisionist history." "Which is exactly how I feel about him," said Mr. Lord, speaking later by phone. "l think Van's a terrific person and a great fliend. We.iust disagree on everything, and God bless America." THE PARI5 PO5T-INIELLIGEN(ER MONDAY, NOVEMBTR 21, 2016 Special prom night Several area students and community members break in the tin's Student Life Building. High school students from special dance floor during a prom event for special needs students in needs classes in Henry, Weakley, Obion and Carroll counties the local area Nov. 12 in the University of Tennessee at Mar- attended the event and mingled with UT Martin students. Monday, November 21,2016 TheJackson Sun ,x 5UB[iIITTED Matthew Chesnut, a spring 20'16 graduate of the University of Tennessee at Martin Veterinary Health Technology Program, is pictured working with Dr. Hailey Collins, DVM, at Hooks Pet Clinic in Martin. Pets are their passion takers. Three testing sessions are of- IITM Vet techs get 100 percent pass rate fered each year. "I feel like the vet tech program does a good job of emphasizing the impor- tance of licensure, and they devote a lot THE JACKSON 5UN this goal. of time and effort to reviewing VTNE- Students who received their UT Mar- related topics. (Our professors) provid- Students from the University of Ten- tin degrees in the spring and summer se- ed us with the resources we needed to nessee at Martin's Veterinary Health mesters were eligible to sit for the na- help us pass the exam," said Matthew Technology Program achieved a 100 per- tional examination, which is required to Chesnut, a spring 2016 program gradu- cent pass rate during the 2016 summer receive aprofessional license to practice ate. Chesnut began working as a veteri- session of the Veterinary Technician Na- in the state of Tennessee. All students nary health technologist at Hooks Pet tional Examination. This is the first time who took the exam during the summer a cohort from the program has reached testing session passed as first-time test See Pets, Page 6A Waldon, a licensed veterinary meaGi Pets technologist and UT Martin instructor. "These students participate in hands-on Continued from Page 5A Iabs, classroom activities and communi- ty service through the program, and they have an opportunity to pursue ca- Clinic in Martin shortly after completing reers in one of the fastest-growing and his degree requirements. most sought-after fields in the U.S." "This was a great group of students to aging around 90 percent. UT Martin,s For more information on UT Martin's work with," said Dr. Jason Roberts, pro- Veterinary Health Technology Program Veterinary Health Technolo gy Program, fessor ofanimal science and program di- has continued to grow since its official which is housed within the College of Ag- rector. "They were dedicated in and out accreditation in spring 2014. riculture, Geosciences, and Natural Re- (to of the classroom. They made the com- "The time and dedication it takes sources, contact Roberts at (731) 881- mitment.to study and prepare for this study) while working a full-time job is 1071 or [email protected]. daunting, but they did it," said Amanda http ://www. covingtonleader. com/ Local student attends tlT Martin Young Writers' Conference Nov 22, 2016 Brady Austin Allen, a student at Munford High School, attended the University of Tennessee at Martin's Young Writers'Conference on Nov 18, hosted by the Department of English and Modern Foreign Languages. Students from across the state attended workshops on poetry-writing, songwriting, creative fiction, nonfiction and a variety of other genres throughout the day Tiana Clark, winner of the 20'16 Academy of American Poets Prize and author of the poetry chapbook "Equilibrium," served as conference keynote speaker. For more information on the annual conference, contact Dr. John Glass, associate professor of English, at 731-881-7288 or [email protected] - The McKenzie Banner . McKenzie, Tennessee . Tuesday, November 22, 2016 Santa's llillage in I'laftin Stails December I Christmas is coming soon is free and donations for g5 and that means Santa's Vil- worth of nonperishable food lage is too. The 32nd an- and/or toys will be greatly nual event is December B appreciated. & 9 from 6-9 p.m.; Decem- Some features of the p.m. ber 10 from 11 a.m.- 9 event are visits with Santa, and December 11 from 1-5 petting farm, amusement p.m. at the Ned McWherter rides, arts & crafts, enchant- Agricultural Complex on ed forest the University of Tennes- with thousands of see at Martin campus. The lights and live. WLJT's Jet purpose of the event is to of Ready, Jet, Go will also provide an inside winter be on hand Saturday from wonderland, which will also 1-4p.m. help meet the needs of the For more information Iess fortunate in the area. contact Martin Parks & Rec- Admission to the event reation at5B7-6784. THE WEAKLEY COUNTY PRESS TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 2016 Salute to Small Business awards given UT MARTIN REED CENTER HONORS FACULTY SUPPORTER Dar- leneAdl BELL HONORED WITH COMMUNITY STAR AWARD Bell (left), owner of Monograms & More in Martin, received a Community-AnitaAllen StarAward from the University-of .Tennesse,e at L4artin, Regional, Entr.epreneurship and Economic Develop- ment Center during a"Saluteto Small Business" awards reception Nov. l5.The Com- munity StarAward honors community leaders who share their time and expertise with aspiring entrepreneurs and business owners through the UT Martin REED Center. Bell is pictured with Landy Fuqua, director of the UT Martin REED Center. THE WEAKLEY COUNTY PRESS TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 2016 LOCAL ATTORNEY RECEIVES COMMUNITY STAR AWARD - Beau THE WEAKLEY COUNTY PRESS TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 2016 Santa's Village in Martin, Dec. 8-11 Christmas is coming soon and that and/or toys will be greatly appreciated. means Santa's Village is too. The 32nd Some features of the event are vis- annual event is scheduled for December 8 its with Santa, petting farm, amusement & 9 from 6-9 p.m.; December 10 from 11 rides, arts & crafts, enchanted forest with a.m.- 9 p.m. and December 11 from 1-5 thousands of lights and live. WLJT's Jet p.m. at the Ned McWherter Agricultural of Ready, Jet, Go will also be on hand Complex on the University of Tennessee Saturdayfrom 1-4p^. at Martin campus. Co-sponsors for the event are the City The purpose of the event is to provide of Martin and UT Martin. Additional an inside winter wonderland, which will sponsors to date include: Casey's General also help meet the needs of the less fortu- Store, Simmons Bank, MTD Products and nate in the area. Savant Learning Systems. Admission to the event is free and dona- For more information contact Marlin tions for $5 worth of nonperishable food Parks & Recreation at 58'7 -6'784. Santa's Village celebrates 32 years of wonder this year. THE WEAKLEY COUNTY PRESS TUESDAY NOVEMBER22,2016 from the Vienna Woods RUBBING SHOULDERS WITH THE STARS . Harriss is pictured with guest pianists Alvin Chow (left) and Allen Chow (right) in the Esterhazy Palace following territorY their performance of the Mozart Concerto for Two Pia- UTM professor visits nos. of Haydn, Liszt, Mozart and others sical vacation. This October meeting of the Philharmonic Music Guild was held in the dommunity room of the E' C' increase 0 and to Marlin's g.rou p. i nternati onal I y- recognized perc u ssi on Hostesses for the"evening were Denise and Elwood nie Young. s the Philharmonic Music "any of the following Per- nt; Karleen Sternisha. vice Dres Clark, !..t e Spie- gel, anY of ttre of this area srouD. whose motto is "Wi leim to do by do- ing." THE WEAKLEY COUNTY PRESS TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 201 6 Empty Bowls make great holiday gifts Is there someone on your list who you find hard to buy for? For a gift that shows a MPTYBOWIS sense ol caring and com- passion and also gives the bowl setnes as a yisible back, give the gift of an reminder that people go to Empty Bowl, a gift that bed hungry each night. shows a sense caring ol Suonortinp Our Local Artists. and compassion for oth- Supporting Our Local Community. ers. This "Empty Bowl" Given To You Empty Bowls is an inter- Is Filting The Needs Of Someone Less Fofiunate In national grassroots effort Our Community. It Is A Piece Of Wheel Thrown Pottery By Artist David Mcbeth to fight hunger and was And Utm Students created by The lmagine All Proceeds Go To We Care Ministries Render Group. The basic premise is simple: Potters So That No One In Our Community Ever Goes Hungry. and other craftspeople, educators and others work as a result of this project Give a gift that is hand- with the 'community to as well as funds over the crafted with love by pot- create handcrafted bowls. years that have assisted to ters and other craftspeo- The Martin and Uni- fund their food bank. ple. Give a gift that shows versity of Tennessee To purchase a bowl a sense of caring and com- at Martin communities throughout the year for passion for others. Give a have been involved in any special occasion, call gift that will benefit WeC- the Empty Bowls Project or visit WeCare on North are Ministries. Give an for the last l3 years, with Lindell in Martin. Empty Bowl. 100 percent of the money from the sale of the bowls going to the WeCare Food Bank. WeCare M in istries, a benevolen I organ iza- tion who helps those in i;, g. need with rent/utility as- sistance and food, has a walk in freezer and cooler League of Striving Artists announces Holiday Art Bazaar The League of Striving Artists, the stu- open to the public! dent art organization at The University of Many of the artists will be in attendance Tennessee at Martin, in cooperation with at the bazaar. Purchase gifts for your fam- the Deparlment of Visual and Theatre Arts, ily and friends in time for the holidays and will be hosting the Third Annual Holiday suppoft your local artists by coming to Art Bazaar from Dec- I to Dec 3, 2016. view their work! This event will be held in the Fine Arts About The League of Striving Artists Building Gallery. The League of Striving Artists is the stu- The LSA Holiday Art Bazaar gives dent art organization at The University of members of the community the opportu- Tennessee at Martin. LSA has a member nity to view and purchase a large selec- base of studio artists, graphic designers, tion of handmade items created by UTM art education students, and non-art majors art students, faculty and alumni. ltems in- that enjoy creating work. The organization clude holiday cards, paintings, drawings, actively works both on campus and in the handmade scaryes and wraps. ceramics. community to promote the development of glass ornaments and many other handmade artists through academics. community. ser- works. Admission is free and the event is vice learning and leadership. http : //www. columbiadailyherald. corru @b* @ furatb" Local resident receives award from UT Martin Tuesday Posted Nov 22, 201 6 at 1 0:1 9 AM Updated Nov 22, 20 1 6 at 1 2:25 PM By Special to The Daily Herald MARTIN - Miranda Rutan, of Spring Hill, received the fall2016 Beth Maloan Outstanding Student Employee Award from the University of Tennessee at Martin during an awards presentation Nov. 1 8. The award is named for the late Beth Maloan, longtime UT Martin director of budgeting and payroll, who was a strong advocate of student employment. It recognizes exemplary work ethic and commitment to the universiry Rutan has served as UT Martin's student voice on the University of Tennessee System's Board of Trustees and also recently serued as a member of the UT Martin chancellor search committee. Rutan is employed by the UT Manin Office of Student Life, where she has helped coordinate the activities of multiple student organizations, managed and rebranded The Hub student communication network, and conmunicated with various campus stakeholders to maintain a professional appearance among student organizations. http ://www.thunderboltradio.com/ Gordon to Speak at UTM Commencement Posted on November 22,2016 by Charles Choate in Local News The University of Tennessee-Martin has announced that Covington attorney J. Houston Gordon will serve as keynote speaker at the Fall commencement in December. Gordon graduated fiom UT-Martin with a Bachelor of Science in 1968, and later received a juris doctorate degree from the University of Tennessee College of Law in 1970 and master of law degree in taxation from the George Washington University National Law Center. He served on the Tennessee System of Board of Trustees liom 1989 to 1995, and was presented IITM's "Outstanding Alumni Award" in 1997. Gordon has been named one of the "Best Lawyers in America" since 1984, and is listed as one of the Top-100 trial lawyers in the nation. Commencement exercises will take place at the Elam Center on December lOth, with UT President Dr. Joe DiPietro conferring degrees. THE WEAKLEY COUNTY PRESS \\.EDNESDA\', NOVENI BER 23, 20I6 Smith, Chandler bid farewell to cornmission ByLINDATHURSTON Smith said the most tm- medal for her successful edly using hazardous mate- Press Editor poftant advances during his efforts in October to help rials for landfill. Two citizens bade fare- tenure were the announce- a Martin woman escape In other business the well to the Weakley County ment of funding for a new her burning home. Jamie commission: Commission on Monday engineering building and Peevyhouse, who presented .Heard a report from the night, while another was substantial progress on a the award, said Healy only state commissioner of fi- recognized for her life-sav- planned convention center. had 30-40 seconds of con- nance that Weakley Coun- ing skills. A visibly moved Carmen versation with the woman ty's 2016-17 budget was the Roberr Smith, interim Chandler. lourth district before the victim passed first he had ever received chancellor at the Univer- commissioner, announced out from smoke inhalation, that needed no corrections sity of Tennessee at Mar- that her lamily was moving but Healy was able to direct or adjustments. tin. thanked members of to Madison County and she Martin flrefighters to the 'Appointed David Hawks the community and county would be vacating her seat. closest door to rescue the and Kerry Cooper to the commissioners who "wel- The only woman on the victim. solid waste committee. comed rne back" q,hen he board, she remitrded com- ln recess. contnrission- 'Appointed James West- took the position in May missioners that Weakley ers also heard from two brook, Jack Vincent, Don- 20 I5 upon the resignation County government needed residents from the north- ald Doster and Larry Taylor of Dr. Tom Rakes, who more diversity in its demo- east part of the county who to the financial manage- was chancellor since 2007. graphics. were complaining about a ment committee. Keith Carver. chosen as the Kim Healy, a dispatcher junkyard which had been Snr COMMISSION, new chancellor, will take with Weakley County 9lt, created next door to their PLcn rz office Jan. 3. was given a life-saving homes and which is alleg- COMMISSION, ous commlttees. in December to pay in ad- Fnou Pecn r The next regular meeting vance for energy-efficient .Passed seven resolu- of the county commission improvements because ear- tions, including four budget will be Tuesday, Ian. l'7, ly payment will save over amendments, based on the but the group recessed until $r00,000. recommendations of vari- another meeting expected MOVING ON Robert M. Smith, interim chancellor at UTM, had final thoughts- for the county. commission. Photo by LindaThurston THE WEAKLEY COUNTY PRESS WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 23,2016 ACTprep course to be offered . ACT scores are extremely important when it comes SAI fall musicale scheduled Nov. 29 Sigma Alpha Iota will casrng various voices and host its fall musicale aIT:30 instruments. Sigma Alpha p.m., Nov. 29, in the Blan- Iota is a national music fra- campus. kenship Recital Hall; inside temity for college women Ron Ramage. course in- the Fine Arts Building on and alumni. strucror, has taught ACT the campus of the Univer- The event is free and prep classes for more than sity of Tennessee at Martin. open to the public. The performance 20 -years. This one-day will fea- For more information, workshop will include tipi ture popular, classical and contact the UT Martin De- jazz on how students can im_ works from American partment of Music at 731- prove their performance and composers while show- 88r-7402. boost their scores to increase their chances of top-college acceptance. The registration fee for this course is $45 per per- son. For more information or to register, contact the UT Martin Office of Education- al Outreach at 1 3 I -88 I -7 Og2 or visit the course website at utm.edu/connect and select non-degree programs. uT MARTIN STUDENTS PERFORM The the UT Martin Dance Ensemble, directed by Sarah Mc- University of Tennessee at Martin Percussion Ensemble- Cormick, associate professor of dance, accompanied the performed during the Percussive Arts Society lnterna- percussionists, and background artwork was created by tional Convention on Nov. l0 in lndianapolis. The en- Lane Last, UT Martin professor of art, and his students. semble won the society's lnternational World Percussion For more information, contact Dr. Julie Hill, professor of Competition in the university showcase category for the music and director of percussion studies, at 73 l-88 l-7402 first time in school history earlier this year. Students from or email [email protected]. --- DRESDEN ENTERPRTSE . NOVEMBER 23,2016 local BeautiesGrowned ins, left, of Mar- Congeniality. Those serving Miss University in Ms. Wilkins court include at Martin 2017, first runner-up Amanda Mayo and Laura Tur Furrou Lr,loen, NovsMBrn 23,2016 Ann Higgs, right, and second runner-up Morgan of lbone was named Miss Ten- Martin. Ms. Higgs court con- nessee Soybean Festival 2017 sists of first runner-up in p_ageants held on the campus Hannah of the University of Tennessee Minear and second nmner-up at Martin on Sunday, Novem- Mallory Tidwell. ber 13. Ms. Wilkins and Ms. Higgs Special recognition was will compete for the title of received by Ms. Wilkins as Miss Tennessee at the Carl People's Choice and by con- Perkins Civic Center in June testant Amanda Mayo as Miss 2417. BOUTIQUE OWNER RECEIVES RISING STAR AWARD - Teresa Wright left, owner of Two Doors Down Boutique, received a Rising Star Award from the University of Tennessee at Martin Regional Entrepreneurship and Economic Development Center during a l'Salute.to Small Business? awards reception Nov. 15,.The Rising Star'Award recognizes entrepreneurs who rhave demonstrated growth potential, job creation and a rstrofirg, rff:ltrepreneurial mind- set. Wright is pictured with Landy Fuqua, director of the UT Martin REED Center. (Photo submitted) DRESDEN ENTERPRISE o NOVEMBER 23, 2016 Holiday Bazaar leatutes Hanilmade ltem$ The University of Tennes- paintings and more, all creat- able to view available inven- studio art, graphic design and see at Martin's League of ed by UT Martin art students, tory and have first selection art education, as well as non- Striving Artists will host the faculty and alumni. The gal- of the items for sale. Prices art rnajors who enjoy creating third annual holiday art ba- lery will be open to the public are determined by individual work. The organization is zaar Dec. 1-3 in the UT Mar- from 6-8 p.m., Dec. 1; 11 sellers, and many artists will active to promote the devel- tin Fine Arts Building's Fine a.m.-1 p.m., Dec. 2; and l0 be in attendance to aliscuss opment of artists through aca- Arts Gallery. a.m.-4 p.m., Dec. 3. their work. Cash, check and The bazaar will feature A special preview for Sup- charge will be accepted. demics, community-service handmade holiday cards, port the Arts contributors will The UT Martin League of learning and leadership, both scarves and wraps, ceramics be held from 5-7 p.m., Dec. Striving Artists includes stu- on campus and in the sur- and glass ornaments, original 1. STARTS members will be dents with backgrounds in rounding community. One llay AGI Worlsnon 0ffered ACT scores are extremely im- one-day workshop will include portant when it comes to apply- tips on how students can im- ing for college and scholarships. prove their performance and High school students looking to boost their scores to increase improve their scores can register their chances oftop-college ac- for a one-day ACT prep course ceptance. offered from 8 a.m.-noon, Dec. The registration fee for this 3, on University of Tennessee at course is $45 per person. Martin's main campus. For more information or tc Ron Ramage, course instruc- register, contact the UT Martin tor, has taught ACT prep classes Office of Educational Outreach for more than 20 years. This at 731-&81-1082. Trenton Gazette Wednesday, November 23, 2016 BEAUTIES - Brenna Wilkins, of Union City, and Laura Ann Higgs, of Toone, claimed the Miss University of Tennessee at Martin and Miss Tennessee Soybean Festival crowns, respectively, during the combined scholarship pageant in the UT Martin Boling University Center. Pictured are (from left) Morgan Martin, of Union City, second maid, Miss UT Martin; Amanda Mayo, of Lawrencev- ille, Georgia, first maid, Miss UT Martin; Brenna Wilkins, of Union City, Miss UT Martin; LarraAnn Higgs, of Toone, Miss Tennessee Soybean Festival; Han- nah Minear, of Atoka, first maid, Miss Tennessee Soybean Festival; and Mallory Tidwell, of Bradford, second maid, Miss Tennessee Soybean Festival. The Lauderdale Voice, Wednesday, November 23,2016 RMS students attend writers' conference A group of students from Ripley Middle School attended the University of Tennessee at Martin's Young Writers' Conference Nov. 18, hosted by the Department of English and Modern Foreign Languages. Tiana Clark, winner of the 2016 Academy of American Poets Prize and author of the poetry chap- book "Equilibrium," served as conference keynote speaker. Pictured are, from left, Mason Kelley, Kiya Stewart, Alex Padezhki, Zach Ogden, Phoenix Bhati, teacher Shelley Ogden, Rachel Cobb and teacher Dr. Jenny Brandon. Local students attend UTM leadership program Four students from Lauderdale County attended the WestStar Leadership Program's RisingStar Leadership Summit on Nov. 18 on the campus of the University of Tennessee at Martin. The twoday summit is designed for high school students who demonstrate leadership potential. Pictured are, from left, front row, Ray Washington, Alese Adams; back row, Tyler Frazier and Jessica Reaves. The Lauderdale Voice, Wednesday, November 23,2016 PAL speaks to class at UTM Xavier Lawrence Andrews, pictured in back, gave a presentation to the drugs and behavior class at the University of Tennessee at lfiartin Ripley Center on Nov. 16. The coalition discussed the growing use of hashish, also known as hash or "grass" use among youth. The class was informed that marijuana is the most common and least powerful form of cannabis. lt is made from dried plant leaves and flowers. Most of America4. cannabis is strictly the flower or bud of the plant and does not contain riihole plants. THC is the main active ingredient in marijuana that acts upon the nervous system. Marijuana usually contains a maximum of 25-30 percent THC. Hashish, also known as hash, is made by eliminating plant material and col- lecting the trichomes from the flower tops of female cannabis plants. These flowers, or heads, a parts of the plant. As a result, the THG content of hashish om 20-60 percent. The coalition also provided information to the class about the effects of drugs, alcohol and tobacco. The next coalition meeting will be held at the UTM Ripley Center on Dec. 22 at 6 p.m. The anti-drug coalition encourages all concerned citizens to get involved in the fight for children. For more information, contact Xavier Lawrence Andrews, PAL Coordinator, at 612-6337 or email [email protected]. Three locals attend UTM event Three students from Lauderdale County attended the WestStar Leadership program's sixth annual FutureStar Summit on Oct. 27 at the University of Tennessee at Martin. The summit is designed for West Tennessee's future leaders, and the costs were undenrritten by WestStar alumni contribu- tions. Pictured are, from left, Edgar Servin, Kambrielle Guzman and Abbie Sondergoth. Study abroad opportunities promote cultural exposure and language immersion -All--stfdents at the -Tarti- r pat i n g U T-Marr i n aking University of Tennessee students were able to see trav_ at Martin are required to ferent ways. Ms. Wilbanks the world through the eyes with complete two undergradu- hopes to become a high of their counterparts from other agriculture students ate courses in a foreign school Spanish lan- teacher and countries such as Egypt, this December, where guage. pass her love she for the lan- Romania, Lebanon and will also be able to apply However, those who guage on to anoAher genera- Mexico. Ms. Ramos admit- her Spanish skills. choose to major or minor tion. Chelsea Thomson, a ted this was an eye-opening "I believe that we are in a foreign language or senior agricultural business experrence. making a significant impact international studies are major, and Patricia Ramos, "(Traveling) helps you on our students' academ- also required to participate a junior with double majors thi$ , differently. When ic and personal develop- in a travel-study or study in Spanish and manage- people' stay in their own abroad ment (through study abroad program before ment, plan to use their towns or their own states experiences). graduation. In only four tklllsJoworkFnthEFuinan and they don't travel, they weeks during the summer, Travel-study are trips resources industry. don't get to see what other study abroad dramatically typically a week or two in "Going to Spain has countries experience," she improves the language pro- length and primarily expose toward my career helped me said. "It really opens up ficiency of our students and students to historical sites not only by providing an your mind to think in a big- and cultural opportunities. international experience, ger way." Study abroad programs, but by reinforcing a lan- "You think you know however, can range from guage that is very impor- how people livq, based on one month to one year and tant in my career field," what you see in the media Martin. include academic language "Many Ms. Thomson said. and what you read, but "Study abroad very courses at a foreign uni- (agricultural) is companies when you actually see it for beneficial because it gives versity. These trips lorce have test crop lields in yourself, it's a whole differ- our students first-hand participating students to Mexico, and many agricul- ent ballgame," said Kayla experience in a culture immerse themselves in their tural workers are Hispanic. Tunstall, a senior interna- quite different than that of chosen language, observe By learning Spanish, I have tional studies major. "This West Tennessee, where the the customs of their host more mar- made myself is something every student vast majority of our stu- country and come home ketable as an employee should do, whether it's a dents are from. Apart from with a complere foreign because I am able to reach the improvement expenence. requirement or not." in their a wider client base." Spanish and increased cul- A group of UT Marlin of The students each encour- The University aged their UT Martin class- ess, they also students spent the month of Mancha also Castilla-La mates to take advantage of navigate unfa- July in Toledo, Spain, and enrolls study abroad stu- the university's many travel ons and solve enrolled in language cours- dents variety of from a opportunities and assured problems on their own." es through the University other countries, which gave them that financial aid is of Castilla-La Mancha, the Martin cohort the UT available, ifthey ask. where they took classes for to interact with opportunity "I didn't realize the uni- four hours a day and spoke classmates from around the versity offered so many nothing but Spanish for world. scholarships," Ms. Ramos four weeks. think the greatest part "I said. "There are so many McKell Wilbanks, a about trip was not only the opporlunities that people junior Spanish education hanging with the people out don't know about." major, said there is no other in my group I did get way to immerse yourself in - "I wish I had chosen to really close to them but study abroad before my a language. - close we also got really senior year," Ms. Thomson "I believe that since I other people from other to said. "If you travel early, actually went to Spain and favorite countries. Our you might have the oppor- got out there and spoke group of friends were some tunity to participate in more nothing but Spanish ... that people from Lebanon," Ms. than one travel-study. ... helped me learn Spanish so really Wilbanks said. "I Don't let money hold you much more and helped me getting know peo- liked to back from doing a travel- get into it," she said. "I'm ple cultures and from other study. ... The biggest thing at a whole lot higher (level) their getting to experience is to ask." than where I was before I culture, too. They taught I would.be if us a lot of Arabic words classes heii and we taught them a lot of (at UTMartin)." English." 016 One-day ACT prep eourse offered at UTM-P side High School in De- :- students int For more information or ing for the about test structure, time to registe4 contact the UT aged to register for an ACT management and other test- Martin Office of Educational prep course offered from 8 taking tips. Students are Outreach at 731-881-7082 or a.m.-noon, Dec. 3, atthe Uni- pur- visit the course website at verslty of Tennessee at Mar- (cD) utm.edu/connect and select tin Parsons Center. g the non-degree programs. Rosemary Uvingston, ACT prep facilitator at River- The registration fee for I nternational student gets American experience th is Tha n ksgiving Posted, Nov 24. 2016 61]0 PI}{ CsT http : I I www. UNd|.d: l lov 24, 2076 8:OO Plvl CsT wpsdlocal6. com/ By BlakeSteveE ByMichael Bradford MART|N,TN For some college students in our area, going home t an option Two colleges in our area - the University of Tennessee it ltrlarti Univeisity have systems in place to help pair up international students w s for times like this.- they enjoy a Ayaka Kojima, her what she e food." She ring the meal will give Kojima a sion of an American family . We're not pushy. I hope lhat s s. As an educator myself, n the back of my kind,', Jared T Kojimaisthethirdstudentthey'vehostedforaholiday Teaguesaysit'sall aboutbeingthehands and feet of Jesus to him "lf I was alone, I would hope someone would invite me Esoe;iallv srlegllrrol with a !?!91 ll] wa:I 3 foreign country, I woutd hope peopte woutd be nice to me " as their second. She teaches English as a second language at UTlVl. She,s no day. However, she couldn't find the time to make it hei fa;ily in Northwestern .amazing,, en a year. She finds it of the ,,The ud liday. nternational stud-ents get the he g what il's ke to be a I together a"nd to sh THE LAUDERDALE COUNTY ENTERPRISE, RIPLEY, TENNESSEE, NOVEMBER 24, 2O16 Class Presentation xAvlER tAwRENcE ANDREWS, in rear, pAL coordinator, spoke to stu- 'l6th dents November of the Drug's and Behavior Class at UTM Ripley Cen- ter. The coalition discussed the growing use of Hashish, also known as hash or "grass" use among youth. The class was informed that marijuana is the most common and least powerful form of cannabis. lt is made from dried plant leaves and flowers. Most of American cannabis is strictly the flower or bud of the plant and does not contain whole plants. THC (tetrahydro- cannabinol) is the main active ingredient in marijuana that acts upon the nervous system. Marijuana usually contains a maximum of 25.h to 30% THC. Hashish, also known as hash, is made by eliminating plant material and collecting the trichomes from the flower tops of female cannabis plants. These flowers, or'heads', are the most potent parts of the plant. As a result; the THC content of hashish typically varies from 20"/o ro 60"/o. Hashish can be consumed in many ways/ smoked in a water pipe, as a joint, in a pipe, cooked into food, or inhaling the vapors hash oil, some of the side effects of hash are unexplainable laughter and excitement, an enlarged appetite or sudden hunger, panic attacks and paranoia, impaired coordination speech and thought, dry mouth and throat, short-term memory impairment. The coalition also provided information to the class about the effects of drugs, alcohol and tobacco. Mrs. Lisa Kent, not pictured, is the instructor of the class. The next coalition meeting will be held at 6 p.m. December 22nd ar the UTM Ripley Center. The public is invited. For more information, contact Xavier Lawrence Andrews, PAL Coordinator, at (731)-612-6337 or email [email protected]. -'-'--sruDENTS from Rr-pley Middle schooi;ttenaan the University of Tennessee at Martin's Young Writers' Conference, November 1Bth, hosted by Writer's Conference the Department of English and Modern Foreign Languages. Tiana Clark, winner of the 20.1 6 Acad- emy of American Poets Prize and author of the poetry chapbook "Equilibrium," served as confer- ence keynote speaker. Attending were Mason Kel- ley, Kiya Stewart, Alex Padezhki, Zach Ogden, Phoenix Bhatti, Shelley Ogden, teacher; Rachel Daniels, Katlynn Moore, Destiny Cobb and Dr. Jenny Brandon, teacher. For more information on the annual conference, contact Dr. John Class, as- sociate professor of English, al 731-BB1-7288 or [email protected]. THE LAUDERDALE COUNTY ENTERPRISE, RIPLEY, TENNESSEE, NOVEMBER ?4,2O16 Attends WestStar i ; * ,i( 4 http : //www. wrcbtv. com/ Regents viCe CFandellor electeilEhaiaof- national council Pasted Nav 25 2A16 I I AM CST Updated Nov 25, 2016 I I AM CST NASHVILLE, - Tenn. (AP) James King, the vice chancellor ofthe Tennessee Board of Regenls, has been elected chairman of the national Council on Occupational Education. King won the one-year term as chairman at the group's annual meeting in san Antonio this month after previous serving as vice chairman The Atlanta-based council on occupational Education accredits 600 schools in 39 states, including technical training schoors run by the u s. Department of Defense and Jobs corps schools- There are 27 colleges of applied technorogy in the Board of Regents system King called it an honor to become the chairman of the national group with whici the Tennessee schools have had a 45-year relationship King earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Tennessee at Martin and a master's degree from the University of l\lemphrs STUDENTS from Lauderdale County attended the press Associaled All rights reserved This material may not be pubtished, WestStar Leadership Program's RisingStar Leader- or redisttibuted. ship Summit, November 1Bth, on the campus of the University of Tennessee at Martin. The two- day summit is designed for high school students who demonstrate leadership potential. Attending were Ray Washington, Alese Adams, f yler Frazier and Jessica Reaves. For more information on the WestStar Leadership Program or its youth events, contact Virginia Crimes, program coordinator, at 7 31 -BB1 -7 298 or emai I [email protected]. The Jackson Sun Friday, November 25,2016 IITM Morel's story is told History Channel shows Thosewhowereunable accounts combined with cinematic se- to view the episode as it quences and real images and footage at[ack in which hero died aired can download a copy from actual Middle Eastern operations. of the footage for alimited "The Warfighters," directed by Peter THE JACKSON 5UN time. All eight episodes of Berg, aims to give viewers an inside look "The Warfighters" shown at the global war on terror by chronicling Marine Capt. Brent Morel, a 7999 to date are available for recent U.S. Special Operations Forces graduate of the University of Tennessee Morel viewing online at http:// mlsslons. at Martin, was killed in combat near Fal- bit.ly/2gyC5bM for a few Each hour-long episode highlights the lujah, Iraq, on April7,2004. more weeks. courage, dedication and sacrifice of the The History Channel launched a se- Those interested are encouraged to Army Rangers, Green Berets, Marines ries called "The Warfighters" on Nov" 11 save a copy before the website becomes andNavy SEALS inwhat is nowthe long- in honor of Veterans Day, an episode of inactive. est ongoing conflict in American history. which featured the insurgent attack in Morel's story is featured in episode Four additional episodes are sched- which Morel died defending his fellow LL2: "The Ambush of April7th." uled to air on The History Channel in Jan- Marines. The series is composed of first-person uary 2017. Tuesday, November 29,2016 The Jackson Sun RAMON ESPINOSA,iAP Two women speak from their balconies in an old building in Havana, Cuba. tainable agriculture, while also studying Universff of Tennessee at Martin students the country's changing economy, cul- ture, history, music and art. plan visit to island country in May for At least 10 people need to sign up in or- der for the trip to happen, Garcia said. sfudy-abroad trip focusing on agriculture While it comes with a $4,255 price tag, Garcia said scholarships are available for students. KATHERINE BURGESS see at Martin. "I think students are hear- Students studying agriculture may KBURGESS@IACKSONSUN COM ing more about Cuba in the news. It used take a class in travel studies in agricul- to be you didn't hear much about it, so ture and natural resources for three A tour of Havana, visits to small ur- now you're hearing more." credit hours, studying about Cuba and ban farms and a train ride through the Changing times have opened the door preparing for the trip in the spring. valley of sugar mills are on the agenda for University of Tennessee at Martin When they return, they will turn in a for.an agricultural trip to Cuba this students to visit Cuba on a study-abroad written report to complete the three sprmg. trip. The university is also welcoming credit hours. "Instead of big equipment, we'll see members of the community on the trip, "I think it will just pique students' in- horses and oxen used,:' said Jessica which is scheduled for May 7-17. terest to see the drastic difference in ag- Crews Garci4 lecturer in agricultural The trip will focus on agriculture in economics at the University of Tennes- Cuba, such as organic farming and sus- See Cuba, Page 5A Tuesday, November 29,2016 The Jackson Sun Cuba Continued from Page 5A riculture between the United States and Cuba and to be immersed in the culture," Garcia said. The contrasts between West Ten- nessee agricultural practices and those in Cuba will be stark, Garcia said. While people in West Tennessee are likely to see larger farms, stu- dents visiting Cuba are likely to see smaller urban farms using organic and sustainable agricultural prac- tices. According to the New York Times, oxen replaced tractors and smaller, cooperative farms and new markets The McKenzie Banner . McKenzie, Tennessee . Tuesday, November 29, 2016, emerged after the fall of the Soviet bloc cut off the supply of farm chem- icals and agricultural equipment to Cuba. Garcia said she has always been in- terested in Cuba's agriculture. On Dec. 17,2014, Presidents Ba- rack Obama and Raril Castro an- nounced that the United States and Cuba would restore full diplomatic ties for the first time in more than 50 years. When relations between the countries began to change, Garcia thought a trip to Cuba would be a great opportunity for her students and others in the community. Cuba's revolutionary leader, Fidel Castro, died Friday, about a decade af- ter illness forced him pow- to transfer MHS er to his brother Raril. Senior Natalie McCaleb (center) with parents Stacey and Brian McCaleb. While in Cuba, travelers with the UT Martin group will visit Organo- ponico Vivero Alamar, Cuba's most MHS successful urban cooperative agri- Senior Attends cultural project. The group will also tour the Museum of the Revolution UTM Fall Preview Day and the Partagas Tobacco Factory in MARTIN (November 22) prospective students about aca- Old Havana and spend time at the McKenzie High School senior demic programs, financial aid, Fabrica del Arte Cubano for live mu- Natalie McCaleb attended the scholarships, student housing, sic, art and dancing. University of Tennessee at and student life at UT Martin. Thavelers will also stay overnight Martin's Fall Preview Day on For more information about UT in both Playa Giron and Thinidad. Dur- November 12. Martin or to schedule a carnpus The event ing their time in Playa Giron, partici- is held to inform tour, visit utm.edu,/advantage, pants will have an opportunity to snor- kel in the Cueva de los Peces and visit the Bay of Pigs Museum. While in Thinidad, the group will take a guided walking tour of the Plaza Mayor and Romantic Museum before spending the evening listening to live music at Casa de la Musica. "I think it's just going to be an amazing opportunity," Garcia said. "We're going to focus primarily on ag- riculture and natural resources, but we're going to do so much more." ReechKqtherine at (731) 425-9748. F ollow her on T\uitter @kathsbur ges s. The McKenzie Banner . McKenzie, Tennessee . Tuesday, November 29, 2016' From left, MHS students Tyler Spivey, tilly Daffron and Taylor Hathway. MHS Students Attend UTM Young Writers Conference MARTIN (Nov. 22) A group and Modern Foreign Languages. speaker. of students from McKenzie- High Tiana Clark, winner of the For more information on the School attended the UT Mar- 2016 Academy of American Po- annual conference, contact Dr. tin's Young Writers' Conference ets Prize and author of the po- John Glass, associate professor on November 18 hosted by the etry chapbook "Equilibrium," of English, at 731-881-7288 or UTM Department of Enslish served as conference kevnote [email protected]. Visit Havana, Trinidad with UT Martin travel study to Cuba Community members inter- and spend time at the Fabrica ested in visiting Cuba can del Arte Cubano for live music, reserve spaces in an upcom- art and dancing. ing University of Tennessee at Travelers will also stay over- Martin travel study. The trip is night in both Playa Giron and planned for May 7-17, 2017, Trinidad. During their time in and will cost approximately Playa Giron, participants will $4,255 plus a $40 fee for trip have an opportunity to snorkel insurance. The cost includes in the Cueva de los Peces and a round-trip flight, hotel stay, visit the Bay of Pigs Museum. excursion fees and some meals. While in Trinidad, the group Participants will need current will take a guided walking tour passports. A $500 non-refund- of thePlazaMayor and Roman- able deposit is due to the UT tic Museum before spending the Martin Center for International evening listening to live music Education by Dec. 2,2076. at Casa de la Musica. The trip will focus on agricul- Participation in the academic ture in Cuba, such as organic course is not required for non- farming and sustainable agri- students; however community LOCAL STUDENT ATTENDS WESTSTAR RISINGSTAR culture, while also studying the members wishing to leam more SUMMIT - Jada Roberson (right), a senior at Milan High School country's changing economy, about the areas featured may where she is student council President , attended the WestStar culture, history music and art. enroll in agriculture 230. Leadership Program's RisingStar Leadership Summit, Nov. 18, While in Havana, participants For more information or a on the campus of the University of Tennessee at Martin. The two- will visit Organoponico Vivero complete itinerary, contact Jes- day summit is designed for high school students who demonstrate Alamar, Cuba's most success- sica Crews Garcia, UT Martin leadership potential. Roberson is pictured with Charley Deal, ful urban cooperative agricul- Department of Agriculture and director, WestStar Leadership Program. For more information tural project. The group will Natural Re s o w c es, at j c gar cia@ on the WestStar Leadership Program or its youth events, contact also tour the Museum of the utm.edu, or call the UT Martin Virginia Grimes, progam coordinator, at 73I-881-7298 or email Revolution and the Partagas Center for International Educa- [email protected]. Tobacco Factory in Old Havana tion at 731-881-1023. THE WEAKLEY COUNTY PRESS TUESDAY NOVEMBER29,20t6 Gordon to be commencement speaker at UTM J. Houston Gordon, of Covington, will serve as keynote speaker at the University of Tennessee at Martin's fall commencement, slated to begin at 11 a.m., Dec. 10, in the Kathleen and Tom Elam Center. University of Tennessee System President Joe DiPietro will confer degrees. Gordon graduated from UT Martin with a Bachelor of Scien degre 1970 the George Washington University National Law Center in 1973. He served the University of Tennessee System on the Board of Trustees from 1989-95 and was vice-chair of the board from 1994-95. He has also served as an instructor at the College of Trial Advocacy for the University of Ten- nessee College of Law. A UT Martin supporter, Gordon received UT Martin's Outstanding Alumni Award in 1997 and the Chancellor's Award for Outstanding Service in 2008. The J. Houston HOUSTON GORDON Gordon Museum, located in the special collections area of UT Martin's Paul Meek Library, is named in his honor. Gordon spent four years representing soldiers charged with crimes as a captain in the U.S. Army Judge Advo- cate General Corps before returning home to Covington in 1974. He has been named one of the "Best Lawyers in America" by his peers every year since 1984 and is listed as one of the top-100 trial lawyers in America. Gordon is licensed to practice law in Tennessee and the Tuba ensemble to District of Columbia and has appeared as lead counsel be- fore federal and state appellate courts in multiple jurisdic- perform on Saturduy tions. He has also been admitted to practice before the Su- preme Court of the United States, the Tennessee Supreme The University of Tennes- present its third-annual Court and all lesser state courts, and multiple United States see at Martin Tuba/Eupho- Holiday Benefit Concert at District Courts in seven additional states. nium Ensemble will present 3 p.m., Dec. 4, in the Har- He and his wife, Debbie, have three grown sons and nine its third-annual Maftin Tuba riet Fulton Theater, located grandchildren, Christmas Concert at 5 p.m. in the university's Fine Arts Those who are unable to attend UT Martin's fall com- on Saturday as part of the Building. mencement ceremony can tune in to a live webcast avail- city of Martin's Christmas The concerl will feature able at ovcdigitalnetwork. comi watchl lLiv e=49 52. Tree Lighting Ceremony on UT Martin's New Pacer For more information, contact the UT Martin Office of Lindell Street. Singers, wind ensemble, University Relations at 73 1-881-761 5. Members of the commu- university singers. jazz nity who wish to play in band, percussion ensemble the conceft should register and other student and fac- and plan to rehearse in the ulty chamber ensembles UT Martin Fine Arts Build- performing holiday hits. ing starling that Saturday at Tickets are $10 for adults, no_on. The cost to perform $5 for children ages six to with the group is $10, and ll and free for children five the music the group is per- and under. forming will also be avail- For more information, to able for purchase. register to play in the con- The concert is open to the cert or to purchase advance public and free to attend. tickets, contact the UT Mar- The UT Martin Depart- tin Department of Music at ment of Music will also 13t-88r-1402. THE WEAKLEY COUNTY PRESS TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 29 2016 SPIRIT OF GIVING Santa'sVillage will open next week on the UTM campus.The event,which benefits needy area families, includes an enchanted- foreit, amusement rides and vendor booths. Santa Claus will be there in person for visits with children. ln the past 32 years of operation,the event has raised over $l million in food and toy donations. Santa's Village to open next week Twinkling lights and Admission to the event feature the traditional "en- many other community reindeer bells will soon re- is free, but attendees are chanted forest" display, partners. turn to Martin for the 32nd- asked to bring $5 worth of as well as a petting fatm, Additional sponsors annual Santa's Village cel- nonperishable food and/or amusement rides, vendor to date include Zaxby's, ebration Dec. 8-ll in the toys to be distributed to booths and visits with Santa Casey's General Store. Sim- Ned McWherter Agricul- needy area families. Claus himself. mons Bank, MTD Products tural Complex on the main The annual holiday "Jet" from WLJT's and Savant Learning Sys- campus of the University of event has drawn more than "Ready, Jet, Go!" will be a tems, among others. Tennessee at Martin. 323,7 28 v isitors and collect- special guest from l-4 p.m., For more information, The doors will be open ed more than $1,145,136 in Dec. 10. contact the City of Martin from 6 to 9 p.m., Dec. 8- food and toy donations over UT Martin and the City Office of Parks and Recre- 9; l1 a.rn.-9 p.m., Dec. l0; the past three decades. of Martin co-sponsor the ation at'l 3 I-387 -67 84. and 1-5 p.m., Dec. 11. This year's event will event each year, along with THE WEAKLEY COUNTY PRESS TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 29 2016 Holiday artbazaar to be held The University of Ten- nessee at Martin's League of Striving Artists will host the third annual holidav art bazaar Thursday, Friday and Saturday in the UT Martin Fine Arts Building's Fine Arts Gallery. The bazaar will feature handmade holiday cards, scarves and wraps, ceram- ics and glass ornaments, original paintings and more - all created by UT Mar- tin art students, faculty and alumni. The gallery will be open to the public from 6-8 p.m. Thursday; 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Friday; and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday. A special preview for Support the Arts contribu- tors will be held from 5-7 p.m. Thursday. HOLIDAY GIFT IDEAS colorful day Bazaar -. Art hosted by the University STARTS members will hand-woven scarves and blownglall 9T1- of Tennesse ) at Martin L6ague of Striving be able to view available in- ments are displayed during the 20 l5 Holi- Artists ventory and have first selec- tion of the items sale. for The UT Martin League The organization is active For more information on Prices are determined by of Striving Artists includes to promote the development how to become a STAMS individual sellers, and many students with backgrounds of artists through academ- contributor, visit utm.edu/ artists will be in attendance in studio art. graphic design ics, community-service starts or call the UT Martin to discuss their work. and art education, as well as learning and leadership, Department of Visual and Cash, check and charge non-art majors who enjoy both on campus and in the Theatre Arts at (731) 881- cards will be accepted. creating work. sunounding community. 7400. Cuba trip aYailable to public Anyone interested in visit- cation by Friday. Factory in Old Havana and spending the evening listen- ing Cuba can reserve spaces The trip will focus on ag- spend time at the Fabrica del ing to live music at Casa de in an upcoming Universlty riculture in Cuba, such as Arte Cubano for live music, la Musica. of Tennessee at Martin travel organic farming and sus- art and dancing. Participation in the aca- study. tainable agriculture, while Travelers will also stay demic course is not required The trip is plannedforMay also studying the country's overnight in both Playa Gi- for non-students; however 7-17, 2017, and will cost changing economy, culture, ron and Trinidad. During communig, members wish- about $4,255, plus a $40 fee history music and art. their time in Playa Giron, ing to leam more about the for trip insurance. The cost While in Havana, partici- participants will have an op- areas featured may enroll in includes a round-trip flight, pants will visit Organopo- porhrniff to snorkel in the Agriculture 230. hotel stay, excursion fees and nico Vivero Alamar, Cuba's Cueva de los Peces and visit For more information, some meals. Participants will most successful urban coop- the Bay of Pigs Museum. email Jessica Crews Garcia need current passports. erative agricultural project. While in Trinidad, the group at [email protected]; or call A $500 non-refundable The group will also tour the will take a guided walking the UT Martin Center for deposit is due to the UTM Museum of the Revolution tour of the Plaza Mayor and International klucation at Center for Intemational Edu- and the Pafiagas Tobacco Romantic Museum before (731) 881-1023. THE WEAKLEY COUNTY PRESS TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 29. 2016 Students celebrate at Mexican culture event The community came in full dress. The Mexican together on Wednesday to version of hopscotch lvas learn about Mexican cul- set up on the sidewalk out- ture at C E. Weldon Public side the back entrance to the Library. Students visiting library and many children UTM from Universidad enjoyed learning the differ- Technologica de la Costa ences of how to play this Grande de Guerrero in Pet- timeless game. To finish atlan. Guerrero, Mexico, off the experience, children offered those in attendance were invited to listen to the a chance to experience their traditional pifrata song and homeland. Ryan Diffee, line up to hit a piflata, rvhich interim assistant director was hung from a tree. The of student services for the children cheered for one an- Office of International Pro- other as each took their turn grams and Admissions at and were excited as they UTM, noted the excitement rushed in to pick up candy of the visiting students and and other goodies when the their hard work in preparing piflata burst. for the cultural day. Jenny Claibome, chil- "They were at my house dren's librarian at Weldon until around ll cooking Library, lvas excited by the last night and then back at success of Mexican Cul- it after class this moming," ture Day. "We have had she said in reference to the wonderful Japanese and wonderful spread of au- Korean Culture Days in the thentic homemade Mexican past," she said. "but this is foods, sweets, and drinks the first time we have ever offered during the cultural done a Latin community day. "They have been look- before. This is a wonderful ing forward to this day!" way for our community to Visitors to the Mexican learn more about the many Culture Day festivities were cuitural groups that are rep- able to enjoy many activi- resented in our area. I'm ties held in bnd outside the thrilled to be able to pdrrner paint_ with the,University in host- photo ing these events and hope and we can offer more like it in all set the future." up in the conference room. For more information In the middle of the pro- on programs offered at C. gram, everyone stopped " E. Weldon Public Library, PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT and enjoyed three Mexican Local srudents visit www.ceweldonlibrary. tried their hand at Mexican - dances performed arts and crafts (above) and the by sev- org or call 131-587-3148. Mexican form of hopscotch (below). eral of the visiting students '.:-1r't', ! ' ' ..-.. iitl':' SOUTHERN FLAIR Alheli Mariano, one of several students visiting the University ofTennessee at Martin, enter- ained local students with- Mexican dances. Performing the sombrero dance beside her is Fabian Barrera. THE WEAKLEY COUNTY PRESS TUESDAY NOVEMBER 29, 2016 SAMPLING THE CULTURE Students who visit- ed theWeldon Library last weel< had- a chance to get their faces painted and to learn a few words in Spanish. Brenda Alegre works while (left) Daniel Fuente and Miguel Angel Heinandez look on. BE.ARDEN ]'lew UI Moilin choncellor relies 0ll wisdom ol By Wendy Smith When Keith Carver, who was recently selected as the next UT Martin chancellor, arrived in Knoxville in 1993, he took the ad vice of a college mentor and rnade llsoll an appointment with then-UT plesident Dr. Joe Johnson. Carver didn't know it then, but Johnson would become an invalu- able adviser throughout his career. "I don't think there's ajob that I applied for that I haven't sought his advice," he says. Carver came to UT Knoxville for a master's degree in college student personnel and educa- tional leadership. His relationship with Johnson developed after he was asked to join Student Coun- selors to the President, a system- wide gr.oup of sludents who met a few times each year to address as- pase signed topics. Keith Carver at UT Martin From A-1 Carver and Johnson also at- tended church together at Laurel In 2006, Carver becarne a resource for university Church of Christ. the assistant vice chancellor presidents and chancellors. After graduation, Carver had for development at UT Mar- "Theret not anything opportunities at UT, but Johnson tin, and in 2010, he corn that happens at this place suggested that he "might want to muted to Mernphis during that hes not seen before." see something different." So he the week to serve as il-rterim Jo.hnson broke down the took his fir'st job at Marietta CoI- vice chancellor for develop- iesponsibilities of a chan- iege in Ohio. ment at the UT Health Sci- cellor for Carver belore he He retulned to UT Knoxville in ence Center-. applied for the position at 1997 as an adviser in the Office of When he learned that Mar-tin. Now that he's got- Student Activities, and began fun- Keith Carver, the new chan- UT president Joe DiPietro ten tl.re job, Carver plans to draising for the UT College of Law cellor of UT Martin, with his was hiring an executive as- keep irr touch. a year later. longtime friend and mentor sistant, Carver contacted He begins his new post in Joe lohnson Photo submitted Johnson for advice It was Janualy. It will be a bitter the same position held by sweet move for his farrily - To page A-3 Johnson when Ed Boling wife Hollianne and children was UT president. Johtrson Calson. Jack Thomas and told Calver that ifhe was in- Britton - but they love Mar- terested, he should "malte a tin, and will have extended run for it." farrily nearby. Calson, a Over the last six years, senior at West High School, Calver says he's consulted plans to attend UT Knox- with Johnson at least once ville next fall. a weelt Though Johnson is Keith Carvel wodt mind teclrnically retired, Carver' coming baclt fol visits The estimates that he wol'ks at campus is special because least 40 hours a week, in- ofthe people hele, he says. cluding teachit,g au educa- At least one of them tional leadership class for' thinhs Carver is pretty spe doctolal students. cial, too. "That guy does not stop.'' "I(eith is a remarkable Johnson continues to ex- human being, Ethicalty, he's cel at fundraising because as straight as an aLrow," he knows so many people, says Johnson. "He'l[ do a Carver says Because of the grand job as chancellor at bulk of his expet'ience, he's Maltirr." THE FAYETTE FALCON Wednesday November 30, 2Ot6 Someruille Board Approves Low Bidder Tellner Construction for UT Martin Someruille Center Renovations I the Town of Somerville French and others. It was Douglas said I see MaYor Board of Mayor and Alder- determined that alternate #2 Skip Taylor in the audience , going jmen met on MondaY, to replace glass in large win- and asked are we to rNovember 14,2016. dows be added, altemate #4 work on an interlocal agree- Neill stated to remove wood from the ment with the countY on their Mayo. Ronnie THr FurroN LElorn, NovrNrssn 30,2016 'Ithe new board member community room be deleted' donation to the Project. ceremonY will alternate #6 to reroof the Turner said yes, it will Prob- lswearing-in the ,be heid on MondaY, Decem- awning at main entrY be ably be in January since won't iber 5, 20L6 at 6:00 p.m. at added, and alternate #8 to county commission from tile tocarpel in meet in December. MaYor Santa's , city hall, with Fayette upgrade icounty Mayor Skip TaYlor all classrooms be added. Taylor spoke to the board, presiding. Light refresh- Turner said when You add saying now that you have a contract, on the countY side , ments will be served. He in all the altemates, Zellner Village get issued suggested that following at Construction was the low bid when you the debt '7:00 p.m. the board have at $2,382,1O0. Barnes & and obligated, we will do the agreement. It can Itheir workshop instead of the Brower was jusl a little over interlocal Dec. 8-1 1 following day, December by $10,000. He said Ellen come to the county commis- don't see The 32nd annual Santa's Vil- 6th. The board was in agree- did a goodjob designing this sion in January. I problems, everYone is lage event is scheduled for Dec. rnent. project and the bids were any and p.m.; Dec. ,UT Martin Bids close. very happy with what You 8 9 from 6-9 supportive, 11 a.m.- p.m. and Next was the review of the Alderman Sandra MYers are doing and are l0 from 9 bid tabulations for the UT asked is Ellen familiar with he said. Dec.ll from l-5 p.m. at the Ned lvlartin Somerville renova- Zellner. Ms. WadleY stated Douglas asked Tumer that McWherter Agricultural Com- have tion project. CitY administra- yes, we have done several the known cash flows plex on the University of Tennes- three tor Bob Tumer told the board jobs with Zellner TheY have not changed in the see at Martin campus. the after inspecting the roof, we been in business since 1966, months since we did The purpose of the event is to the added the re-roofing of the and they do about $55 mil- agreement, which is provide an inside winter wonder- large awning at the rnain lion a year in construction. $250,000 each from Somer- land, which will also help meet CountY, etc. entry at a cost of $4000" Alderman John David ville and Fayette the needs of the less fortunate in yes. everything is There were seven bidders- Douglas stated we don't Plan Tumer said the area. Wagner Construction, Zell- on any change orders costing in place. Admission to the event is free Douglas asked about the ner Construction, Chris more. Neill said no, we don't and donations for $5 worth of purchase of fumiture for the Woods Construction, Ful- plan on that. Douglas said nonperishable food and/or toys to what we project. Turner said this was wood Construction, Mont- this is prettY close will be greatly appreciated. budgeted so is there anYthing discussed at the bid oPening gomery Martin, Smith Some features of the event are contractor could do to and UT Marlin knows theY Doyle, and Bams & Brower. the visits with Santa, petting farm, Fulwood raise our price or is he bound are required to Purchase the Turner stated that amusement rides, arts & crafts, was disqualified because to the bid cost. equipment and fumiture and the con- IT needs, at about $700,000. and the enchanted forest. their bid Packet was not Put Ms. Wadley said sum Douglas said I just thought For more information contact together in the ProPer man- tractor's bid is a lumP good idea before Martin Parks & Recreation at ner. based on our sPecifications it was a to ask 587-6184. All the bidders had a base and our drawings' He also approving the contract bid and architect Ellen puts soJne contingencies in any last possible question. Wadley of Fleming Archi- his number to covei some French moved to accePt Zellner tects put together 11 alter- things to guarantee he has a the low bid from was nates alter ongoing discus- profit. But if he comes uP Construction and it sions. Some alternates are with sqmething in the walls approved. n deductible amounts from the that is justified scoPe of work base bid. change, then he has the right At the bid opening Ms. to come to us with a change Wadley was Present, UT order. We would go through Martin officials, MaYor that process with everyone's Neill, Alderman Mike approval, she said. Humboldt Chronicle, Wednesday, November 30, 2016 Santa's village rerurns to Ned Mc\tfherrer Agricultural Complex Twinkling lights and Martin. or toys to be distributed to will feature the traditional reindeer bells will soon The doors u,ill be open needy area families. "enchanted forest" display, retum to Martin for the from 6-9 p.m., Dec. 8-9; The annual holiday as well as a petting farm, 32nd-annual Santa's ll a.m.-9 p.m., Dec. 10; event has draWn more amusement rides, vendor Village celebration Dec. and 1-5 p.fl., Dec. 11. than 323,128 visitors booths and visits with Santa 8-ll in the Ned McWherter Admission to the event and collected more than Claus himself. "Jet" from Agricultural Complex otl is free, but attendees are $1,145,136 in food and toy WLJTts "Ready, Jet, Go!" the main campus of the asked to bring $5 worlh of donations over the past three will be a special guest from University of Tennessee at nonperishable food and/ decades. This year's event l-4p.m.,Dec. 10. Tlre Lauderdale Volce, Wednesday, Nlovember34, pOtg UTM Ripley leader speaks to Exchange The Lauderdale County Exchange Club held its bi-monthly meeting Nov. 17 at the Carl Perkins Center. The speaker for the day was Dr. Simpfronia Taylor, who is the Director at the University of Tennessee at Martin Ripley Center. Dr. Taylor spoke about the direction the center is taking to increase class sizes by offering a more diverse array of options for students. Dr. Taylor spoke about all the classes offered at the center for traditional and non-traditional students. For more information call the center ai221-8778. Pictured are, from left, Exchangite Annette Sanders Long, Dr. Taylor, and Patrick Cayson, Exchange Club President. The News Leader. November 30,2016 UTM Parsons Center hosts Health Fair i;1it1;,';11i 1 ll:l;x, IIIM Parsons Center stu- dents and staff con- ducted a health fair on Monday, Nov.28 from 10 a.m. until noon in the main lobby of the cam- pus in Parsons. It was hosted by senior level nursing students and the Student Nurses Associa- tion. The students of- fered blood glucose screenings, blood pres- sure checks, stress reduc- tion and coping strategies, smoking ces- sation and BMI. Anita Rogers, nursing instruc. tor and advisor to the nursing students says she was proud of all the hard work the nursing students put into the health fair to make it a success. photos by R. Mitchell The News Leader, November 30,2016 Visit Havana, Playa Giron and Trini w th UTM Community members interested in culture, history music and art; walking tour of the Plaza Mayor and visiting Cuba can reserve spaces in an While in Havana, participants will Romantic Museum before spending upcoming University of Tennessee at visit Organoponico Vivero Alamar, the evening listening to live music at The trip is planned Cuba's most successful urban cooper- Casa de la Musica. , and will cost ap- ative . The group Participation in the academic course plus a $40 fee for will a of the Revo- is not required for non-students; how- trip insurance. The cost includes a lution and the Partagas Tobacco Fac- ever community members wishing to tory in Old Havana and spend time at learn more about the areas featured the Fabrica del Arte Cubano for live may enroll in agriculture 230. music, art and dancing. For more information or a complete fundable deposit is due to the UT Mar- itinerary, contact Jessica Crews Garcia, tin Center for International Education UT Martin Deparlment of Agriculture byDec.2,2016. and Natural Resources, at The trip will focus on agriculture in will have an opportunity to snorkel in [email protected], or call the UT Mar- the Cueva de los Peces and visit the tin Center for International Education Bay of Pigs Museum. While in at 731-881-1023 Trinidad, the group will take a guided The University of Ten- grees are also avaltable to nessee at Martin's online distance learners, i UT Martin online course offerings have re- three Master nf $ci de- cently received attention at grees and the FalaEfler of both the graduate and un- Business Arhn'irdstration programs dergraduate levels. with either a business or an reeeive Aff ordable CollegeC om- agricultr"uirl foe.us. munity.org ranked UT Mar- [-]"I Martin's on]"fure mas- tin s online programs ter's degree in a6rieoaltiue national attention number seven on the web- and natural resouroes, fs* site's list of the "Best Online cusing on agrib'usiness em.e! Colleges in Tennessee for risk manageme.$.Er we.$ tre- 2016-17." UT Marfin' comes cently narneel *me of {hcr in above the University of "Top 20 lVlosf c,hfle Tennessee, Ihoxville and Online Master's iu Ap'i Previous Santa's Village events have included a model train display. TWinkling lights and rein- deer bells will soon return to Martin for the 32nd-annual Santa's Village celebration Dec. 8-11 in the Ned McWherter Agricultural Complex on the main cam- pus of the University of Ten- nessee at Martin. The doors will be open from 6-9 p.m., Dec. 8-9; ll a.m.-9 p,m., Dec. 10; and 1-5 p.m., Dec. 11. Admission to tnethe event $isis Iree,free, butDut a[en-atten- dees are asked to bring $S erishable food Santa's VillIiltage returns to Martin Ffffrii!ft: The annual holiday event has drawn more than 323,728 visitors and col- lected more than $1,1.45,136 in food and toy donations over the past three decades. This year's event will feafure the traditional "enchanted forest" display, as well as a petting farm, amusement 'rides, vendor booths and vis- its with Santa Claus himself. 'Jet" from WIJT'S "Ready, Jet, Go!" will be a special guest from 1-4 p.m., Dec. 10. UTM online programs UT Martin and the city of Martin co-sponsor the event each yea4 along with many other community partners. get national aftention Additional sporxiors to date include Zaxby's, Casey's For the lndependent Appeal veterinary technicians. Four master's de- General Store, Simmons grees are also available to distance learn- Bank, MTD Products and MARTIN -The University of Tennessee ers, including three Master of Science Savant Learning Systems, at Martin's online course offerings have re- degrees and the Master of Business Ad- among others. cently received attention at both the grad- ministration with either a business or an For more information, uate and undergraduate levels. agricultural focus. contact city of Martin Office AffordableCollegeCommunity. org UT Martin's online master's degree in of Parks and Recreation at ranked UT Martin's online programs nurn- agriculture ald natural resources, focus- 73r-387-6784. ber seven on the website's list of the "Best ing on agribusiness and risk management, Online Colleges in Tennessee f.or 20L6-17 ." was recently named one of the "Top 20 UT Martin comes in above the University Most Affordable Online Master's in Agri- of Tennessee, Knoxville and the University culture Business/Agribusiness" for 2016- ofTennessee at Chattanooga ranked 13th 17 by GradSchoolHub.com. The program and 14th respectively. is ranked number eight on the list, making Institutions must be fr.rlly-accredited it the highest-ranked Tennessee school in and offer at least three online degree pro- the listing. grams to be considered for this listing. The Placements in this ranking were de- ranking considered a variety of factors, in- termined by comparing information on cluding tuition and fees at both the gradu- graduate tuition and fees from the Nation- ate and undergraduate levels, types of al Center for Education Statistics College available programs, graduate rates, schol- Navigator for accredited colleges and uni- arship availability and job-placement ser- versities offering online master's degrees vices. in agricultural business or related fields. UT Martin offers six undergraduate (For more information on online pro- programs completely online, as well as grams, contact UT Martin Online at 731- an online degree-completion program for 881-7080.) Lawyer J. Houston Gordon to speak at commencement J. Houston Gordon of an instructor at the College He is licensed to practice Covington will serve as of Trial Advocacy for the law in Tennessee and the keynote speaker at the University of Tennessee District of Columbia and University of Tennessee at College of Law. has appeared as lead coun- Martin's fall commence- A UT Martin sup- sel before federal and state ment, slated to begin at 11 porter, Gordon received appellate courls in multiple a.m. Dec. 10 in the Kathleen UT Mar-tin's Outstanding jurisdictions. He has also and Tom Elam Center. Alumni Award in 1997 and been admitted to practice University of Tennessee the Chancellor's Award before the Supreme Courl System President Joe DiPi- for Outstanding Service of the United States, the etro will confer degrees. in 2008. The J. Houston Tennessee Supreme Court Gordon graduated from Gordon Museum, located and all lesser state courts, UT Martin with a bachelor in the special collections as well as multiple United of science degree in 1968 area of UT Martin's Paul States District Courts in and later received a juris Meek Library, is named in seven additional states. doctorate degree from the his honor. He and his wife. Debbie. University of Tennessee Gordon spent four years have three grown sons and College of Law in 1910 representing soldiers nine grandchildren. and an L.L.M. master of charged with crimes as a Those who are unable law degree in taxation from captain in the U.S. Army to attend UT Martin's fall the George Washington Judge Advocate General commencement ceremony University National Law Corps before returning can tune in to a live web- Center in 1973. home to Covington in cast available at ovcdigi- He served the University 1914. He has been named talnetwork.com/watch/ of Tennessee System on one of the "Best Lawyers ?Live=4952. the Board of Trustees from in America" by his peers For more informa- 1989-95 and was vice chair every year since 1984 and is tion, contact the Office of the board from 1994- listed as one of the top 100 of University Relations at 95. He has also senred as trial lawyers in America. (731) 881-761s. 'Warfighters' episode offered online now for a limited time U.S. Marines Capt. Brent before the website becomes tory. Morel, a 1999 graduate of inactive. Four additional episodes the University of Tennessee Morel's story is fea- are scheduled to air on The at Martin, was killed in tured in episode 1I2: "The History Channel in January combat near Fallujah, Iraq, Ambush of April Tth." The 2011. on April 1 ,2004. series is composed of first- The History Channel person accounts combined launched a series called with cinematic sequences "The Warfighters" on and real images and footage Veterans Day, an episode from actual Middle Eastem of which featured the insur- operatrons. gent attack in which Morel "The Warfi ghters," direct- died defending his fellow ed by Peter Berg, aims to Marines. give viewers an inside look Those who were unable at the global war on teffor to vievw the episode as it by chronicling recent U.S. aired can download a copy Special Operations Forces of the footage for a lim- missions. Each hour-long ited time. All eight epi- episode highlights the cour- sodes of "The Warfighters" age, dedication and sacri- shown to date are avail- fice of the Army Rangers, able for viewing at http:.ll Green Berets, Marines and bit.ly/2gyC5bM for a few Navy SEALs in what is weeks. Those interested are now the longest ongoing encouraged to save a copy conflict in American his- Cuba trip I available Holiday STEM camp to public Anyone interested in visit- bazaar registration ing Cuba can reserve spaces in an upcoming University scheduled under way of Tennessee at Martin trav- Did you know carbon el study. At UTM dioxide can power a drag- The trip is planned for ster? Participants in the May 7-I7, 2017, and will The University of Ten- most recent STEMulation cost about $4,255, plus a nessee at Martin's League Camp at the University of $40 fee for trip insurance. of Striving Artists will host Tennessee at Martin built The cost includes a round- the third annual holiday art their own dragsters and dis- trip flight, hotel stay, excur- bazaar Thursday, Friday and covered Newton's third law sion fees and some meals. Saturday in the UT Martin of motion. Participants will need cur- Fine Arts Building's Fine Parents can still register rent passports. Ats Gallery. children in grades 5-8 for A $500 non-refundable The bazaar will feature the last remaining camp to deposit is due to the UTM handmade holiday cards, be offered Dec. l0 from 9 Center for International scarves and wraps, ceram- a.m.-2p.m. Education by Friday. ics and glass ornaments, The STEMulation Satur- The trip will focus on original paintings and more day Camps, sponsored by agriculture in Cuba, such - all created by UT Marrin the Northwest Tennessee as organic farming and sus- art students, faculty and STEM Innovation Hub, tainable agriculture, while alumni. give students the oppor- also studying the country's The gallery will be open tunity to work through a changing economy, culture, to the public from 6-8 p.m. series of hands-on STEM- history, music and art. Thursday; 11 a.m.-7 p.m. based activities both indi- While in Havana. partici- Friday; and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. vidually and in teams. All pantswill visitOrganopon ico Saturday. activities are aligned with Mvero Alamar, Cuba's most A special preview for National Science Teacher successful urban coop- Support the Arts contribu- Association academic stan- erative agricultural projecr. tors will be held from 5- dards and include egg drop The group will also tour the '7 p.m. Thursday. STARTS vehicle construction, T-Bot Museum of the Revolution members will be able to II hydraulic arrn, mouse- and the Partagas Tobacco view available inventory trap vehicle construction, Factory in Old Havana and and have first selection of EZ Build dragsters and spend time at rhe Fabrica the items for sale. Prices LabQuest activities. del Ane Cubano for live are determined by individ- The registration fee for music, art and dancing. Travelers ual sellers, and many afiists this camp is $25 per ses- will also stay will be in attendance to dis- sion and financial assis- overnight in both Playa cuss their work. tance is available for eli- Giron and Trinidad. During Cash, check and charge gible students. Teachers or their time in Playa Giron. cards will be accepted. parents may contact Debbie participants will have an opportunity to snorkel 'i Mount, UT Martin Office of in the 6T Educational Outreach, for Cueva de los Peces and visit students with backgrounds more information regarding the Bay of Pigs Museum. in studio art, graphic design qualifications. While in Trinidad, the group and art education, as well as To register, contact the will take a guided walking non-art majors who enjoy Office of Educational tour of the Plaza Mayor and creating work. The organi- Outreach at (731) 881-7082 Romantic Museum before zation is active to promote or visit the course website at spending the evening listen- the development of artists utm.edu/connect and select ing to live music at Casa de through academics, com- non-degree programs. la Musica. munity-service learning and Participation in the aca- leadership, both on campus demic course is not required and in the surrounding com- for non-students: however mumty. community members wish- For more information on ing to learn more about the how to become a STARTS areas featured may enroll in contributor, visit utm.edu/ Agriculture 230. starts or call the UT Martin For more information, Department of Visual and email Jessica Crews Carcia Theatre Arts at (731) 881- at [email protected]; or 1400. call the UT Martin Center for lnternational Education ar (731) 881-1023. ATTEND SUMMIT Union City High the campus of the University of Tennessee School students (from- left) Tripp Conley, at Martin. The two-day summit is designed Anna Oliver and Ariana Warner attend- for high school students who demonstrate ed the WestStar Leadership Program's leadership potential. RisingStar Leadership Summit recently on ACT prep workshop set ACT scores are extreme- will include tips on how ly important when it comes students can improve their to applying for college and performance and boost scholarships. their scores to increase High school students their chances of top-college looking to improve their acceptance. scores can register for a The registration fee for one-day ACT prep course this course is $45 per per- offered from 8 a.m.-noon son. Saturday on the University For more information or of Tennessee at Mafiin's to register for the course, main campus. contact the UT Martin Ron Ramage, course Office of Educational Out- instructor, has taught ACT reach at (731) 881-7082 or prep classes for more than visit the course website at 20 years. utm.edu/connect and select This one-day workshop non-degree programs.