By Alexis Clark NASHVILLE, TN (TSU News Service) — Tennessee State University’s Commercial Music Program concluded its third annual course in partnership with the Black Music Action Coalition (BMAC) Music Accelerator Program, and student participants believe it’s only getting better. Those lucky enough to enroll in the coveted three-week music program spent time with representatives from Apple, Live Nation, Def Jam, Atlantic Records, BMI, Spotify, and other music industry personnel. In its third year, the accelerator program continues to inspire students like Adren Gilmore and Morgan Alford. Gilmore is a rising sophomore majoring in commercial music. The Texas native said…
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By Alexis Clark NASHVILLE, TN (TSU News Service) – When TSU alumna Tionn Fambro Carter interned at the Tennessee State Capitol in 2004, she noticed a glaring lack of diversity in the House of Representatives. There was no reflection of her identity or her community’s demographics. The experience ignited her passion for public service, particularly drafting public policies that would positively impact her community. It also impacted Carter’s plans following her graduation from TSU. “I loved seeing all of the decisions being made and the new laws being created,” Carter recalled. “But I didn’t see a lot of representation…
By Alexis Clark NASHVILLE, TN (TSU News Service) — Tennessee State University is home away from home for hundreds of students from around the world. As a global institution, TSU offers international students a place to learn and thrive, helping them to navigate in their new surroundings, while providing a safe space for cultural acceptance. The university’s commitment to its international student population is paying off. TSU recently place sixth as Best Value HBCU Rankings for international students, according to Study Abroad Aide. “TSU is pleased to receive this top 10 ranking as it speaks to our commitment to…
By Alexis Clark NASHVILLE, TN (TSU News Service) — Inspiring words echoed throughout the graduation celebration for the first cohort of the Dr. Levi Watkins, Jr. Institute Accelerated Pathway Program, alongside their loved ones at Tennessee State University. “All our dreams can come true if we have the courage to pursue them,” is what Barbara C. Murrell, the chair of the Dr. Levi Watkins, Jr. Institute, voiced to cohort one students who are about to embark on their journey as future physicians and dentists to enhance the future of underrepresented communities. In a transformative initiative launched in 2020, Tennessee State University…
By Alexis Clark NASHVILLE, TN (TSU News Service) — It was a full circle moment for Tennessee State University’s class of 2024 as they walked the stage to receive their degree on May 4. For many, the in-person ceremony was the first they had experienced since leaving middle school because of the COVID-19 pandemic. A significant milestone missed but recognized by TSU President Glenda Glover. President Glover served as the keynote speaker and told the nearly 600 students and family members that she understood the challenges they faced, including the absence of a traditional high school graduation. “I am leaving…
By Alexis Clark NASHVILLE, TN (TSU News Service) – Kerrington Howard, a graduating senior at Tennessee State University, secured a job with a Fortune 500 company as a commodity trader, marking a significant step towards his goal of combating world hunger and assisting communities that suffer from food insecurities. “The end goal is to acquire the knowledge and then commit to action,” Howard said. While the United States grapples with the challenge of food insecurity, Tennessee State University is producing students like Howard, who are determined to make a difference. More than 27 million Americans suffered from food insecurity as…
By Alexis Clark NASHVILLE, TN (TSU News Service) — When it comes to earning an engineering degree from Tennessee State University, the Buford family isn’t settling for just one-they are aiming for three. Shawn Buford will proudly graduate with her master’s, while her son, Joshua Buford, will receive his undergraduate degree, accounting for two of the degrees. The mother and son duo will participate in TSU’s upcoming Spring Commencement ceremonies, with The School of Graduate Studies on Friday, May 3, followed by the undergraduate ceremony on Saturday, May 4. The two, along with family and friends, will celebrate their academic…
By Alexis Clark NASHVILLE, TN (TSU News Service)— As her grandchildren escorted her into the gala, TSU President Glenda Glover’s Salute to Excellence Gala became an unforgettable evening, graced by the presence of 1,000 of her closest family members and prominent friends, all gathered to honor her remarkable leadership and impactful legacy. The event, held at the Grand Hyatt Nashville, commemorated nearly 12 years of dedicated service to her alma mater. It featured a reception followed by dinner program hosted by lawyer and media personality Star Jones and comedian and radio personality Rickey Smiley. The room filled with applause, joyful…
By Alexis Clark NASHVILLE, TN (TSU News Service) – Promising to be an evening to remember, Tennessee State University will host the Salute to Excellence Gala to honor President Glenda Glover on Saturday, April 13. The TSU family, Nashville community, and a who’s who list of friends, including national leaders and celebrities, will come together to celebrate President Glover’s leadership and legacy. The event will take place at the Grand Hyatt Nashville to commemorate nearly 12 years of dedicated service to her alma mater. “This is a way for us to say farewell, not goodbye,” said Grant Winrow, who is…
By Alexis Clark NASHVILLE, TN (TSU News Service) — Tennessee State University proudly announces that United States Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock and President Glenda Glover will be taking the stage as the keynote speakers for the 2024 Spring Commencement ceremonies. Senator Warnock will address graduate school students on Friday, May 3 at the Gentry Center Complex. The event will start at 5 p.m. Senator Warnock, who is also an HBCU graduate, holds an undergraduate degree from Morehouse College and a master’s and PhD from Union Theological Seminary. The senator represents the State of Georgia and serves as Senior Pastor at…