Why is J.T. Moore Middle School named after an openly racist segregationist — and could it be changed?
MTSU survey shows rising gap in economic optimism between businesses and consumers
In an ideal world, both businesses and consumers are happy about the economy and their potential growth. But a recent survey from Middle Tennessee State University found that businesses are more optimistic about the economy than consumers, and both parties are cautious about the future. Those are some of the findings in MTSU’s latest Tennessee […]
Fired MTSU dean sues university, citing political pressure around Charlie Kirk post
Laura Sosh-Lightsy worked at Middle Tennessee State University for over two decades before getting fired over a social media post about Charlie Kirk. On Wednesday, she filed a federal civil rights lawsuit against the university.
Nashville’s home listings are outpacing closings, new report shows
There are a lot of homes on the market around Nashville — but fewer people buying them.
‘Where’s the meaning in everything?’ Lessons learned from a week as a Buddhist monk
For Don Srisuriyo, a Thai American from Murfreesboro, becoming a Buddhist monk was unexpectedly challenging, and changed his relationship to his heritage.
Quantum science in Middle Tennessee
Quantum science is taking off here in Middle Tennessee!
For a second time, Tennessee Historical Commission denies request to remove KKK leader’s name from MTSU building
A building at Middle Tennessee State University will continue bearing the name of Nathan Bedford Forrest, the first Grand Wizard of the Ku Klux Klan.
NashVillager Podcast: Higher ed’s highest decision-makers
Who’s running the show at Tennessee’s public colleges and universities? Plus your local newscast for June 21, 2024.
Why a Thai American man from Murfreesboro spent a week as a Buddhist monk
Becoming a temporary monk is considered a rite of passage for young men in Thailand, but it largely has not carried over to Thai communities in the U.S. Don Srisuriyo, 26, wanted to take on the challenge.
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