Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU)

MTSU Liberal Arts dean completes prestigious Fulbright Program in France Leah Tolbert Lyons, dean of Middle Tennessee State University’s College of Liberal Arts, recently returned from France after completing the Fulbright International Education Administrators Program,…

Leah Tolbert Lyons, dean of MTSU’s College of Liberal Arts, recently returned from France after completing the Fulbright International Education Administrators Program. #trueBLUE #mtsu #Fulbright #findYOURblue

MTSU to host free virtual summit on AI’s impact on art, creativity Nov. 18-19 “AI and the Future of Art Summit 2025: Creativity Reimagined” will be held via Zoom on Nov. 18-19 .

The 2-day online event, led by award-winning art historian Sara A. Abdoh, will bring together artists, art historians, and cultural innovators to answer questions such as, “How is AI transforming creativity?” and “What new futures for art are emerging?”

Government leaders, alums join MTSU trustee committee to help guide Murphy Center renovations, Lightning Zone district Rutherford County elected leaders and prominent alumni joined Middle Tennessee State University trustees to form a committee to guide renovations to historic Murphy Center and create a nearby “Ligh…

“The renovations to Murphy Center will not only honor our storied legacy but also create a state-of-the-art facility that inspires future generations of Blue Raiders.” #trueBLUE #mtsu #findYOURblue

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In honor of our 43rd Annual Salute to Veterans and Armed Forces Football game, MTSU Athletics has opened an online store with merch our Blue Raider Football staff and players will wear Saturday.

A portion of the proceeds will be donated directly to the Daniels Center.

MTSU students gain hands-on PR experience in crisis communication at Nashville firm Students joined employees and leadership for a day of fast-paced learning focused on real-world communication challenges in the health care industry.

Students joined employees and leadership for a day of fast-paced learning focused on real-world communication challenges in the health care industry. #trueBLUE #mtsu #findYOURblue #PR #crisiscommunication

From runway to boardroom: My summer at Boise Airport Honors College, Department of Aerospace, international students, Boise Airport, College of Basic and Applied Sciences, internships, MTSU, Middle Tennessee State University

An unforgettable experience not only shaped Maheswari (Mahi) Ramesh's thesis for the Honors College at MTSU but also solidified a dream of one day becoming an airport director. #trueBLUE #mtsu #findYOURblue #aerospace #airportdirector

MTSU collecting Thanksgiving pantry donations through Nov. 3 If you’re looking for ways to give back this holiday season, Middle Tennessee State University has several options on campus.

Donations of nonperishable and canned goods should be dropped off in Room 330 in the Student Union Building by noon on Monday, Nov. 3. #trueBLUE #mtsu #findYOURblue

True ‘Boo’ Halloween fun at MTSU Oct. 28-29 ahead of ‘spooktacular’ holiday Middle Tennessee State University is brewing up a cauldron of trick-or-treating fun for junior True Blue fans with some “spooktacular” Halloween-themed activities on Oct. 28-29.

MTSU is brewing up a cauldron of trick-or-treating fun for junior True Blue fans with some “spooktacular” Halloween-themed activities on Oct. 28-29. #trueBLUE #mtsu #halloween #findYOURblue

MTSU ready to ‘Bleed Blue to Beat WKU’ for annual Red Cross blood drive competition Get ready to roll up your sleeves and ramp up a long-standing rivalry for the annual “Bleed Blue to Beat WKU” blood drive between Middle Tennessee State University and Western Kentucky University, …

The three-day blood drive will take place from noon to 6 p.m. Monday through Wednesday, Oct. 27-29, at MTSU’s Campus Recreation Center. #trueBLUE #mtsu #findYOURblue

From TikTok influencer to reality TV, MTSU’s ‘Dr. Raj’ completes ‘surreal’ time on Jimmy Fallon’s ‘On Brand’ Better known to his students as Dr. Raj, the Jennings A. Jones College of Business faculty member appeared as a contestant on NBC’s “On Brand with Jimmy Fallon.”

“It was such a positive experience. It was so surreal. I was here teaching one day, and the next thing I know, I’m sitting with Jimmy Fallon joking or high-fiving him.” #trueBLUE #mtsu #findYOURblue

True Blue Testimonials - Sophomore Guard Savannah Davis - Middle Tennessee State University Athletics MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Savannah Davis , a sophomore guard from Mackenzie, Tennessee, has quickly established herself as a promising talent for the MTSU women'...

Understanding the weight of representing not just a team but a legacy, Savannah Davis embraces the responsibility that comes with wearing the blue and white. #trueBLUE #mtsu #findYOURblue

MTSU Leadership Summit speaker Matthews: ‘Learn to surf … ride that wave’ of AI change, disruption Jumping rope on stage in 3-inch heels is impressive in its own right, so throw in also continuing your engaging public talk to an audience of hundreds, and you quickly understand why inventor, CEO …

Guest speaker Jessica O. Matthews talked through the “green flags, yellow flags, and red flags” of AI. #mtsu #findYOURblue #mtsu #AI #artificalintelligence

An Atmosphere of Change MTSU Honors alumnus Jared Frazier launches career abroad to impact weather and climate research

MTSU Honors alumnus Jared Frazier launches career abroad to impact weather and climate research. #trueBLUE #mtsu #findYOURblue #research

‘Kids of Rutherford County’ attorney, MTSU alum Wesley Clark to give Oct. 23 guest lecture Middle Tennessee State University will host political science alumnus and nationally recognized civil rights attorney Wesley Clark, whose work is featured in the 2023 award-winning investigative po…

MTSU will host political science alumnus and nationally recognized civil rights attorney Wesley Clark, whose work is featured in the 2023 award-winning investigative podcast, “The Kids of Rutherford County.”

RIAA Chairman Mitch Glazier discusses AI’s impact on music industry with MTSU students Speaking to a full crowd of students in the Business and Aerospace Building’s State Farm Room, Mitch Glazier explored the promise and peril of AI tools that can generate songs, lyrics, and even mim…

Mitch Glazier, chairman and CEO of the Recording Industry Association of America, visited MTSU recently to discuss how artificial intelligence is reshaping the music industry and what it means for the next generation of creators. #trueBLUE #AI #mtsu

“My advice to future songwriters is to write what you know. Study the writers who came before you, follow your dreams, and don’t be afraid to try things that are new and different.” — Grammy-nominated songwriter Sandy Knox #trueBLUE #findYOURblue #mtsu

MTSU Physician Assistant students get crash course in crisis through mock mass casualty [+VIDEO] In the heart of the Cason-Kennedy Nursing Building on the campus of Middle Tennessee State University, Physician Assistant Studies students scramble to deal with a mass casualty event — a simulatio…

Called an objective structured clinical examination, these simulations are aimed at preparing students for the day-to-day of health care — especially in rural facilities, where there are limited resources and smaller staffs. #trueBLUE #mtsu #findYOURblue #PA #healthcare

MTSU dietitian shares creative ChatGPT-assisted meal plans, recipes on ‘MTSU on 2’ [+VIDEO] NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Registered dietitian and Middle Tennessee State University lecturer Sarah Harris recently offered Midstate television viewers creative ways to use ChatGPT to help plan meals, esp…

Registered dietitian and Middle Tennessee State University lecturer Sarah Harris says she often uses ChatGPT to help mean plan and come up with creative dishes. #trueBLUE #mtsu #mealplan

June Anderson Foundation awards scholarships to 4 nontraditional MTSU students Four nontraditional students at Middle Tennessee State University got a boost to their education as recipients of the 2025 June S. Anderson Scholarship.

The foundation annually awards full-tuition scholarships to students age 25 and older who are preparing for careers in fields that are nontraditional for women. #trueBLUE #mtsu #findYOURblue #scholarships

MTSU applauds 340 undergrad scholars on summer 2025 dean’s list Middle Tennessee State University is congratulating 340 students who appear on the dean’s list for the summer 2025 semester.

A #trueBLUE congratulations to our students who made the Dean's List last semester! 🥳📚🤗 #mtsu #findYOURblue #deanslist

MTSU’s ‘Dr. Raj’ takes marketing skills to NBC’s ‘On Brand with Jimmy Fallon’ Raj Srivastava, known as Dr. Raj with his students, captured the attention of the show’s producers through his viral TikTok videos

Raj Srivastava, known as Dr. Raj with his students, captured the attention of the show’s producers through his viral TikTok videos, many of them based on his experience as an MTSU professor, which has garnered millions of views.#trueBLUE #mtsu #findYOURblue #marketing #onbrand

5 Things I Wish I Knew as a Freshman Now that I’m a senior, I’ve learned so much on how to make the best out of college, and I want to share.

five things I wish I knew before I was a freshman #trueBLUE #MTSU #findYOURblue

5 Study Tips You Should Know and Live By Studying. As intimidating as the word might sound, it is imperative to college success. Without studying, it is impossible to pass. However, many college students neglect it and don’t want to do it…

#mtsu #trueBLUE #studytips #findYOURblue

Meet your SGA President, RJ Ware  As a local of Hermitage, Tennessee, a suburb of Nashville, RJ Ware has always been involved and connected to the Middle Tennessee community. 

“I want to be remembered for standing up for students and representing their interests in rooms that they can’t be in.” MTSU Student Government Association President RJ Ware #trueBLUE #mtsu #findYOURblue

MTSU theatre alum Cal Mitchell roars onto national stage, TPAC as Lion in ‘The Wiz’ The musical makes a stop at TPAC in Nashville Sept. 23-28.

"The Wiz" is MTSU theatre alum Cal Mitchell’s national tour debut. The musical makes a stop at TPAC in Nashville Sept. 23-28. #trueBLUE #mtsu #findYOURblue

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Welcome home, Class of 1975! 💙 We were thrilled to welcome our Golden Raiders to campus during our recent homecoming week. #trueBLUE #MTSU #findYOURblue

NBC’s ‘On Brand With Jimmy Fallon’ Unveils Trailer And Full Cast Jimmy Fallon is stepping beyond late night with NBC’s 'On Brand,' a new marketing competition series premiering Sept. 30 and streaming on Peacock

MTSU Marketing professor Dr. Rajesh Srivastava is among 10 competitors on Jimmy Fallon's new reality show "On Brand with Jimmy Fallon." 👏 The show premieres on NBC on Sept. 30! 📺 #trueBLUE #mtsu

MTSU switching to ‘user friendly’ Canvas learning management system Middle Tennessee State University has chosen Canvas by Instructure as its new learning management system, supporting a long-term digital transformation strategy beginning in 2026.

MTSU has chosen Canvas by Instructure as its new learning management system, supporting a long-term digital transformation strategy beginning in 2026. #trueBLUE #mtsu #findYOURblue

MTSU receives state award for ‘age-friendly’ designation; sets aging conference date Middle Tennessee State University received top honors from the Tennessee Department of Health at the Building an Age-Friendly Public Health System Conference hosted by the state’s Office on Healthy…

In December 2024, MTSU became the first higher-education institution in the state to earn membership in the internationally recognized Age-Friendly University Global Network. #trueBLUE #MTSU #findYOURblue

Author, political commentator David Brooks to headline MTSU’s Constitution Day Sept. 17 Middle Tennessee State University will host political commentator and author David Brooks at 3 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 17, in Tucker Theatre to culminate the university’s annual observance of Constit…

David Brooks, a contributor to the “PBS News Hour” and opinion columnist for The New York Times, will discuss the theme, “We the People: The Place of the U.S. Constitution in Students’ Everyday Spaces,” in a panel discussion.