For Don Srisuriyo, a Thai American from Murfreesboro, becoming a Buddhist monk was unexpectedly challenging, and changed his relationship to his heritage.
Middle Tennessee’s Syrian community celebrates after rebels oust Assad regime
After 13 years of civil war, Syrian rebel forces have taken the capital Damascus, and President Bashar al-Assad has fled the country. Many in Middle Tennessee’s Syrian community are celebrating Assad’s fall from power.
Your Turn to Talk: Election Night
The polls are closing, and we’re opening up the phone lines. Join us for special live coverage.
NashVillager Podcast: Constitution Day controversy
Why are MTSU students upset about this year’s Constitution Day speaker? Former Vice President Mike Pence is in Murfreesboro to celebrate the U.S. Constitution today, and some Middle Tennessee State University students aren’t happy about it.
Quantum science in Middle Tennessee
Quantum science is taking off here in Middle Tennessee!
Report: Tennessee housing market a ‘mixed landscape’
It’s a mixed scorecard for Tennessee’s housing market in the latest quarterly analysis from MTSU’s Business and Economic Research Center.
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.
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.
Student reporter roundup
Today, we’re hosting a reporter roundup — student edition!
MTSU Board of Trustees vows greater transparency after approving tuition increase
Middle Tennessee State University decided to raise tuition and fees 2.98% last week. Shortly after the Board of Trustees’ vote, the Student Government Association expressed disappointment about how the increase was handled, citing concerns about student input.
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