Tusculum University volunteers wash windows during Campus Refresh Day, preparing for students to return.
More than 150 faculty, staff and student volunteers at Tusculum University participated in a campus refresh day to get ready for the beginning of the academic year on Monday, August 13.
According to Dr. James Hurley, president of Tusculum University, the day was planned not only to get the campus looking its best, but also to provide an opportunity for faculty and staff to work together on a project that would get them excited about the new year.
“Two of the most distinctive and positive aspects of the Pioneer Experience are Tusculum’s rich history in educating students to become citizens through our Civic Arts focus and the way our campus community welcomes students from all walks of life, creating a home away from home for them while they are with us,” said Dr. Hurley.
“In that spirit, we hosted a Tusculum Community Campus Refresh Day to give faculty and staff the opportunity to pitch in to help guarantee our students arrive on campus to find a welcoming environment.”
Faculty, staff, and interested students spent several hours tidying up campus residence halls and apartments, refreshing landscaping around campus, hauling recycling away and more.
“The day was a great opportunity for faculty and staff to come together in a meaningful way to help our students feel welcomed as they return to campus,” said Katie Tassell, assistant director of enrollment for adult and online studies.
Students began moving back to campus last Thursday. The first day of classes for residential students will be Monday, Aug. 20.