Tusculum College to host Family Weekend Nov. 6-7

Family members will be the special guests at Tusculum College this weekend as a variety of activities for  students and their families are planned for  Family Weekend, scheduled for Nov. 6 and 7.

“Family Weekend is a great event to bring families back for their kids,” said Blake Cantrell, associate director of constituent relations. “We are very excited about it. We are trying to reach out to the students and their families and get them  involved in activities with the faculty and staff.”

Some of those activities on this year’s schedule include a tour of the newly-instated Tusculum College Arboretum, an ice cream social, a cornhole tournament, building of the set for the fall musical “Chitty Chitty Bang Bang” and a tailgate celebration preceding the football game against Catawba College.

The weekend will also play host to a home volleyball game and Pioneer Fest, which will feature carnival games for all ages, prizes, music and a bonfire for S’mores and other activities.

However, these activities are not exclusive to current students and families. The weekend also provides a chance for alumni to come back and experience the events on campus.

“A lot of legacies get a chance to come back,” said Cantrell. “Alumni, parents, family members love stepping back on campus, because it’s changed so much.”

 

By Haley Klages, junior journalism and professional writing major from Franklin

Tusculum’s Museum Director published online

Finding ways to recreate history through the stories of women is a widespread problem among museum curators and history enthusiasts, particularly in light of how rarely women are mentioned in historical documents.

With this in mind, Dollie Boyd, director of museums for Tusculum College was recently published in an online blog for the American Association of State and Local History on the topic of “5 Ways to Get a Woman Out of the Kitchen.”

The blog submission was requested by AASLH after Boyd presented at a summer conference for the Tennessee Association of Museums.

“When I first came to the Doak House Museum, one of my first tasks was to learn the tour script. The couple who built the home in 1830 were strict Calvinist Presbyterians – Rev. Samuel Witherspoon Doak and his wife Sarah McEwen Doak,” said Boyd. “The tour script covered Rev. Doak’s education, teaching career, ministry, the ledgers he left behind and family folklore. Mrs. Doak was mentioned only in relationship to the 13 children she bore.”

Boyd began to consider how to interpret the life of Mrs. Doak with a measure of fairness and to look at ways to give her equal time in the tour script.

“Despite the lack of historical data on her specifically, there were other pieces and clues in the history that we could use to find her,” said Boyd.

Tips for better depiction of the lives of historical women addressed in the article include  considering important dates, reviewing correspondence, talking to historians about the period, studying the home environment and conducting archeological digs. The complete article may be found at http://blogs.aaslh.org/5-ways-to-get-a-woman-out-of-the-kitchen/.

Update on construction of the new Tusculum College science and math building

The Ronald H. and Verna June Meen Center for Science and Math is beginning to take shape, as this week the majority of the Lecture Hall and its section have the steel work completed, according to officials at Tusculum College.

According to Director of Facilities David Martin, in addition to the steel work, electricians and the plumbers are working on underground rough in on the east side of the building, which includes the main electrical room on the first floor, floor drains and the main sewer and acid waste lines.

Construction is still on schedule for a fall opening of the Ronald H. and Verna June Meen Center for Science and Math on the Tusculum College campus.

“The plumber and HVAC guys have been roughing in overhead on the main and second floors, and next up is drywall for the exterior framing package and exterior walls on third, second and main floors,” said Martin.

This week is the expected completion of the concrete floors, which will allow work to begin simultaneously across the whole building for finishing work.

The Meen Center for Science and Math will be a four-story structure of approximately 100,000 square feet. Interiors include wings for biology, chemistry, mathematics, computer science and environmental science. There will also be lab space and research areas for both faculty and students.

The ground floor features the environmental science wing with a loading dock, as well as large general classroom spaces and classrooms equipped for distance learning programs. A large lecture hall will be included on the ground floor. Space is also allocated to house the Bachelor of Science degree program in nursing and at least one other graduate level health-related program.

Tusculum Fishing Club receiving national attention

The Pioneer Fishing Club at Tusculum College has received national recognition for ranking 19th in the nation in collegiate fishing.

The team achieved this ranking attending only five out of 14 qualifying events due to limited resources. To improve further, the club is now seeking community support to compete in all 14 competitions, with an ultimate goal of reaching a number one ranking and becoming an NCAA team sport at the college.

“This semester, we’re focusing on raising money and becoming more visible on campus,” said Nick Hatfield, a senior business major from Greeneville and president of the Pioneer Fishing Club. “With more sponsors, we can attend more qualifying events and make fishing at Tusculum a big deal.”

Their mission is to provide students at Tusculum College with the opportunity to learn about fishing and expand their skills, as well as compete in collegiate fishing tournaments.

“Fishing has become a very important part of my life ever since joining the Pioneer Fishing Club,” said Justin Reagan, a business administration major from Johnson City and secretary of the club. “I’ve been able to meet a great group of people and have been able to also enjoy some time on the water with these guys, and the fact that I get to represent my school at the same time makes it that much better. It’s hard to really say what fishing means to me, but I can’t imagine where I’d be without it.”

Corban Rood, a senior environmental science major from Knoxville and vice president, said, “Fishing is everything to me.”

Established in 2012 as a recreational club, the team began competing in 2014. As a student organization responsible for their own expenses, members of the Pioneer Fishing Club sought help from the community and received support from Hometown Reality, Snapps Ferry Packing, Affordable Roofing and American Emergency Response Training, Inc.

“Without the help of the local community, we wouldn’t have been able to compete at all,” said Rood.

The team competed in five qualifying events, placing first out of 200 teams at Kentucky Lake and typically placing within the top 40 in other competitions.

“After last year’s successes, we’re looking into having Tusculum recognize fishing as a sport,” said Dr. Jason Jones, assistant professor of physical education and advisor of the Pioneer Fishing Club. “We’ve already had prospective students contacting us about scholarships through fishing, but we don’t offer one yet.”

The team is focused on more than just fishing. As a part of the club’s commitment to give back to the community, each member is required to complete at least eight hours of community service each semester.

Hatfield said, “It’s not just about competition. We like to just go out for a day on the water, too. If you are interested in fishing, we’re interested in you. You don’t even need a fishing rod.”

The Pioneer Fishing Club meets every Tuesday at 11:30 a.m. in the Niswonger Commons on the Greeneville campus, Room 401. For more information, contact Hatfield at 423-341-9832 or Dr. Jones at jrjones@tusculum.edu.

 

 

By Stephanie Turner, senior journalism and professional writing major from Shelbyville

Tusculum to begin offering associate degree in general studies

Tusculum College will begin offering an associate degree program for the first time in fall of 2016, and enrollment in the program is now open.

“Tusculum College is continually serving the region by providing degree programs that meet the educational goals of the students we serve,” said Dr. Ron May, vice president for academic affairs. “By adding an associate degree program, we are recognizing that many of our students are first-generation college students and the idea of a four-year degree may be intimidating. This new program gives students a milestone for measuring their success. We certainly hope they will consider continuing on to complete a four-year degree program.”

The program, which will be offered in both the residential and the Graduate and Professional Studies programs, will offer students the opportunity to earn an Associate of Arts in general studies degree, which may also be applied to any four-year program.

Students in the program will take all general education courses, as well as a minimum of 19 hours of elective courses that can be concentrated in a major area or taken in a variety of major areas as a way of exploration of potential career paths.

“The associate degree can introduce students to the college process and academic coursework,” said Dr. May. “When they complete the program, they may choose to enter the employment market or apply their associate degree toward a four-year program. We are very excited about giving prospective students another option to begin their journey into higher education.”

Students enrolled in the associate degree program will have the same benefits and eligibilities as those enrolled in four-year programs, including access to athletics, student support services, tutoring and financial aid. All veteran’s benefits, including the Yellow Ribbon Program, may be used toward the associate degree.

“Students interested in starting our associate degree program will apply in the same manner as any of our other programs,” said LeAnn Hughes, vice president for marketing and enrollment management. “This program is another offering we have that extends our spectrum of academic programs. Students may choose this option, a four year program and later an advanced degree. All of our counselors are happy to meet with prospective students and provide guidance about which options are best for their goals.”

In addition to federal financial aid options, the Hope Scholarship, as well as Tennessee Promise funding, may be used toward the Tusculum College associate degree program.

Hughes added that this is also a way to make a student’s choice of education affordable. “Students who wish to attend Tusculum College may now do so in the associate degree program and apply Tennessee Promise dollars toward that degree.”

Anyone interested in enrolling in the Associate of Arts in general studies program should contact the Tusculum College Office of Admission at 800-729-0256 or visit www.tusculum.edu.

Knoxville Regional Center honors patron Nettie Fowler McCormick

Tusculum College honored patron Nettie Fowler McCormick during their annual service day in September.

Faculty, staff and students from the Knoxville Regional Center came together on September 15 and 16to honor McCormick by spending their service day working at CAC Beardsley Community Farm. The group from Tusculum College picked 40 pounds of Muscadine grapes, 15 pounds of greens, cleared old crops, watered plants, weeded, and much more.

CAC Beardsley Community Farm is located on the former grounds of Beardsley Junior High School near downtown Knoxville. Their mission is to educate people about organic and urban gardening while giving support to community members by showing them how to grow their own food.

All the vegetables raised at the farm are donated to the Family Crisis Center, Bridge Refugee Services, Knoxville Area Rescue Mission (KARM), and Western Heights Baptist Center. Volunteers are always needed and groups are able to visit the farm to learn more about nutrition, the environment, and teamwork.

“Beardsley Farm is run by such a special group of selfless people,” said student Rhonda Thompson of Knoxville. “I am honored and humbled to have helped them feed area families. I find it astounding that more than 10,000 pounds of fresh produce are grown and donated by this amazing organization each year.”

 

 

By Kayla Freeman, freshman business major from Charleston, S.C.

Canned Food Drive at Tusculum College to support Community Food Bank

Time is running out to help provide Thanksgiving for those in need, as the annual Canned Food Drive at Tusculum College will end Friday, Nov. 6. The event is sponsored each year by Sodexo, who has partnered with the Center for Civic Engagement for the third year of the drive.

For those who wish to donate, labelled white boxes are located at all major buildings around the Greeneville campus, including McCormick Hall, the Thomas J. Garland Library and the Niswonger Commons.

“I’m going home for Thanksgiving to have a feast with my family, but I know others aren’t as lucky,” said Brock Hakalmazian, a senior business major from Fort Worth, Tx. “I think it’s great Tusculum College is investing in the community and blessing local families with food for the holidays.”

Dr. Ronda Gentry, director of the CCE, said, “I always ask people, ‘What would you like to eat?’ Donate what you would want to eat, what you would want your family to eat.”

Last year, the campaign brought in a total of 196 pounds of food. This year, Dr. Gentry hopes to double that.

All donated goods go to the Greeneville/Greene County Community Ministries Food Bank, which will handle distribution. Many families in the area depend on the Food Bank to help put food on their tables, especially with the holiday season rapidly approaching.

“Many families in Greene County live below the poverty line,” said Dr. Gentry. “They don’t have access to a lot of foods.”

The Canned Food Drive is not limited to just canned goods. The CCE will accept any nonperishable items, including jars and boxes of food. For example, boxed pasta and jarred spaghetti sauce would be greatly appreciated, as would boxes of stuffing and jars of gravy. Donations must be placed in the boxes around Tusculum College’s Greeneville campus.

To learn more about the Greeneville/ Greene County Community Ministries Food Bank, visit http://goo.gl/3eNeae.

The Tusculum College Center for Civic Advancement seeks to engage the heart, mind and soul of Tusculum through cultivating awareness of self and of others. They aspire to do this through the establishment of meaningful relationships with our local, national and global communities.

 

By Madilyn Elliott, senior journalism and professional writing major from Hampton

Campaign seeks to upgrade publications lab

Madilyn Elliott, a senior journalism and professional writing major from Hampton, Tenn., will graduate with experience in writing, production, design, editing and management from her time spent in the Tusculum College publications lab, so will Jonathon Dennis, Sarah Holly, Matthew Pierce and Kiah McIsaac.

These are a few of the students who currently learn these skills in a publications lab with computer equipment and software nearly a decade old. To support and expand these opportunities, students are starting a campaign to raise funds for new equipment for the student-run publications lab at Tusculum College.

“Not only the software but the equipment in the publications lab is out of date,” said Holly, a creative writing major from Johnson City, Tenn. “The way the “Tusculum Review” literary journal databases have to be set up, an internet connection must be established before students can access any files. Recently, we’ve been having several issues maintaining this connection, which makes it difficult to meet our deadlines. At this stage, new equipment is integral to efficient production.”

Students in a variety of degree programs get hands-on training working in the Tusculum College Publications Lab.

Students use this aging publications lab to produce the student-run newspaper, social media and magazine. They can also become involved with the “Tusculum Review.”

Elliott, editor of the “Tusculum Manifesto,” said, “Good writing is born of experience, not from classroom lecture. Tusculum is one of the few colleges that recognizes, even as undergraduates, we won’t excel without these opportunities to get out there, interview, edit and be involved in the entire publication process.”

“Being involved with the publication lab at Tusculum College taught me how to work as a part of a team and to meet deadlines. It also serves as a great place for students to meet and collaborate on ideas for their productions,” said Melissa Mauceri, a 2014 graduate of Tusculum College. Mauceri is currently working in the public relations field in Michigan.

Heather Patterson, associate professor of English and chair of the English department, added that students also learn the ins and outs of navigating a publications office, from database management to pagination and layout.

Any donations made to improve the publications lab will be use to purchase new computers and up-to-date software used to design, edit and publish. An anonymous patron will match, dollar-for-dollar, all donations up to $3,000.

Publications Lab is used for a variety of student produced publications, including the student newspaper and Frontier Magazine

Checks may be made payable to Tusculum College, noting this is for the Publications Lab, and may be mailed to P.O. Box 5040, Greeneville, TN 37743. For more information, contact Heather Patterson at hpatterson@tusculum.edu or 423-636-7300, ext. 5697.

 

By Stephanie Turner, senior journalism and professional writing major from Shelbyville

Campus community mourns loss of beloved Chaplain Mark Stokes

Mark Stokes was known for his quick wit and good nature. A trustee has reflected that "just seeing his warm smile, genuine greeting and interest in you is God’s message to all of us. Thank you Mark for living God’s message of loving others."

The Tusculum College community suffered the loss of one of its most respected and beloved members with the passing of Chaplain Mark Stokes on the evening of October 13.

Both Mark and his wife, Jeanne, are among the most well known and respected representatives of Tusculum College in the community at large. In his 26 years at Tusculum, Mark provided leadership in a variety of areas at Tusculum including admission, student affairs, development and facilities management and had been commissioned as chaplain in February 2014. Jeanne Stokes joined Tusculum more than 20 years ago and serves as the director of the TRIO Programs.

“Mark Stokes made an incredible impact on Tusculum College, this community and the lives of all those with whom he came into contact,” said Dr. Nancy B. Moody, president of Tusculum. “Mark’s faith served as a beacon for others and his smile a light of friendship.  He was solid, quick with a laugh and worked as hard as he could to get the things done he was asked to do. He was part of the ‘Over the Hill’ gang who came to breathe life back into Tusculum College when it needed it badly and was the last of those to remain here.

“In his more than 25 years at the College, Mark was a chameleon, doing whatever task was needed to be done to advance the College as long as it was moral, ethical and legal. He was beloved by all and made a special place in his heart for students. As chaplain he became known for having an open door to our students, providing an ear when they were in times of trouble, indecision or crisis. He and Jeanne on several occasions opened their home to students in need. He was so well suited in his final role at the college, as chaplain and liaison for community relations. It just suited him. He was a true representative of Tusculum College. He was the kind of person that just cannot be replaced.”

Stokes came to Tusculum in 1989 as vice president of enrollment management, heading Tusculum’s admission efforts. Through the years, he also headed student affairs, institutional advancement, facilities management and served as vice president of administration, overseeing such diverse areas as the museums, information systems and building projects.

In addition, Stokes served Tusculum as its primary liaison with the Presbyterian Church USA for many years. He attended meetings of the Holston Presbytery and Presbytery of East Tennessee as Tusculum’s representative, served on committees of both presbyteries and helped coordinate College Days for both presbyteries, in which representatives from Tusculum would speak about the College during church services. He coordinated the annual Theologian-in-Residence lecture series for many years. He also coordinated the updating and renewal of covenants between the College and the Holston Presbytery, the Presbytery of East Tennessee and the Synod of Living Waters.

Mark Stokes was recognized for 25 years of service of Tusculum College in 2014. He is wearing a stole that was made for him to celebrate his commissioning as chaplain.

After the retirement of long-time chaplain Dr. Steve Weisz, Stokes assumed responsibility for weekly chapel services and special services for Christmas and Easter as part of his duties as then director of church and community relations. He also began three years of study to be commissioned as a Ruling Elder (formerly known as a Lay Pastor) in Holston Presbytery and the Presbyterian Church (USA). After commissioning as a Ruling Elder, he was commissioned as chaplain at Tusculum in February 2014 and again during the Tusculum College Sunday service at First Presbyterian Church of Greeneville the following April.

Stokes was a longtime member of First Presbyterian Church in Greeneville, serving in important leadership roles there as well including elder, teacher and choir member.

He was also well known in the community for his significant roles in the Kiwanis Club of Greeneville, as a member of the Green Coat Committee of the Greene County Partnership and other community organizations. Stokes served twice as president of the Greeneville Kiwanis Club and was a former Lt. Governor of the Kiwanis division of which the local club is part.

A memorial service for Stokes on campus is being planned and will be announced once details are confirmed.

Homecoming 2015 brings around 200 alumni back to campus

Around 200 alumni returned to campus for Homecoming 2015 for two fun-filled days of activities October 9 and 10.

Homecoming activities began Friday morning with a “Memory Lane” display of photos, yearbooks and items from days of Tusculum past organized by the Museums of Tusculum that was visited by a number of alumni as they registered for activities.

Members of the winning team in the Gross Division of the golf tournament were Bill Smith, left, and Eldon Duncan. Not available for the photo were Bob Bowers and Jack Kilday.

A group of alumni also visited Bright’s Zoo, a local attraction owned and operated by two Tusculum alumni that features a number of endangered species. Other alumni enjoyed a “lunch with students” sharing stories of their time at Tusculum with current students and in turn, learning about today’s student experience at Tusculum from some of the leaders on campus.

Although the weather had looked threatening during the morning, skies cleared and those competing in the annual golf tournament had ideal conditions for an afternoon on the links.

The Museums of Tusculum also had two events during the afternoon – Kathy Cuff, college archivist, shared a wealth of information about preserving keepsakes during a workshop in the Perk. A reception was held in the President Andrew Johnson Museum and Library for a student exhibit that examines life on campus through the decades.

The Net Division winners in the golf tournament were Bob Pollock, Kathy Fuzer, and Richard Winant.

Saturday morning began with a memorial service, remembering the more than 40 alumni who had passed away since Homecoming 2014. Following a breakfast for alumni, the three newest inductees into the Tusculum College Sports Hall of Fame were recognized – Dr. Jarrell NeSmith’09,Corey Russell ’09 and Josh Wolff ’06. NeSmith and Russell were recognized for their outstanding careers on the gridiron while Wolff was honored for his achievements on the baseball diamond.

Recognition of four deserving individuals highlighted the annual Alumni Association meeting. Santo Cicirello ’63 was recognized with the Pioneer Award, the highest honor bestowed by the Alumni Association. In presenting the award, Dr. Larry Brotherton ’70 described Cicirello as a “champion” of his Alma Mater. Cicirello serves on the Alumni Executive Board and is chairman of the Council on Church Relations for the College. He is passionate in his desire to see a chapel built on campus that would give students of all faiths a quiet place for meditation and reflection and encourages other alumni to give their loose change for the chapel.

The newest inductees into the Tusculum College Sports Hall of Fame were honored Saturday morning. From left are Josh Wolff '06 (baseball), Corey Russell '09 (football) and Dr. Jarrell NeSmith '09 (football).

The Frontier Award, which recognizes a successful alumni who has graduated within the past 15 years, was presented to Marcus Holland ’05. Holland is a district manager for Walgreen’s and is now serving in western North Carolina. Holland has shared his inspiring story with Tusculum students, encouraging them to persevere to achieve their dreams.

The National Alumni Recognition Award was presented to Suzanne Richey ’14, director of college communications at Tusculum, not only for her excellence in promoting the College to the community at large but also her encouragement and mentoring of students who intern or have work study in her office.

Santo Cicirello '63 accepts the Pioneer Award from Dr. Larry Brotherton '70 during the Alumni Association meeting.

Dr. Melinda Dukes, professor of psychology, was presented the National Living Faculty Award. Dr. Dukes has been a part of the Tusculum College community since 1989. She was involved in the creation of the Civic Arts curriculum and has served in a variety of academic leadership positions, including as the vice president of academic affairs, before her return to the classroom this year.

The Alumni Association meeting also marked the conclusion of Lynn Battle ’62’s successful term as president. At the end of the meeting, Battle passed the gavel to Angelo Botta ’75, the incoming president.

The award winners were among the participants in the Homecoming Parade. The Golden Pioneer Class of 1965 served as marshals for the parade, which featured the student Homecoming Court, student organizations and the Tusculum Marching Band.

Bob Pollock '65 presented the Frontier Award to Marcus Holland '05.

Scrumptious barbecue and all the fixings were enjoyed during the Pioneer Pete Tailgate prior to the exciting football game. Alumni, students and community members also had the opportunity to sign a steel beam that was placed a week later at the topmost point of the new Ronald H. and Verna June Meen Center for Science and Math. The Pioneers defeated nationally ranked foe Lenoir-Rhyne to complete an enjoyable afternoon.

Homecoming activities wound down with dinner, music and fellowship Saturday evening at the General Morgan Inn.

Make plans now to join in the fun next year – Homecoming 2016 will be October 21-22.

 

Suzanne Richey '14, director of college communications, is presented the National Alumni Recognition Award by Lynn Battle '62.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tusculum benefactor Verna June Meen remembered for ‘pioneering’ life

In 2013, Verna June Meen was presented with the Distinguished Service Award during the President's Dinner. Presenting the award were Dr. Kenneth Bowman '70, chair of the College's Board of Trustees, and Dr. Nancy B. Moody, Tusculum's president.

One of Tusculum College’s most recent benefactors, Verna June Meen, passed away Saturday, Oct. 24, after a sudden illness.

Two weeks ago, Meen had attended a “topping out” ceremony for the new Center for Science and Math, which is named for her and her husband, and signed a steel beam that is now part of the framework for the highest point of the four-story building under construction.

Although coming late in her life, her relationship with Tusculum College was a natural as  Meen was a true “pioneer” throughout her life. Meen was born in Wolcottsville, Ind., with a strong sense of how education could change a person’s life. At a time when few women attended college, she set her sights on an accounting degree at Indiana University. With $80 and a merit scholarship, Meen set out to finance her education and worked her way through school, earning top marks. She worked hard, eventually graduating in two and two-thirds year.

Following graduation, Meen was highly recruited, receiving three job offers before earning her degree. Of the offers, she was most interested in one from Eastman Chemical Company, which she knew to be a good company. She looked up Kingsport on a map, accepted the position and found herself transplanted to East Tennessee as the very first female accountant at Eastman. She also purchased land, designed the house she would live in until her death and paid for its construction. Meen was independent and a woman of her own means.

She met Dr. Ronald Meen, a graduate of Toronto University, early in their years at Eastman. Dr. Meen was an organic dye chemist who courted her for years. She turned down his proposals of marriage, as she did not want to burden him with the responsibility of caring for her mother. However, shortly after the passing of her mother, Dr. Meen presented her a ring and asked her again. Not long thereafter she agreed and they were married. The two shared a life together that included summer trips to Canada, his home country, reading on the back deck and taking boat rides on Muskoka Lake. She also took care of his mother in her later years, initially staying with her in Canada before bringing her to Tennessee where she cared care for her in her home. Their marriage lasted until his death in 2008.

Meen signs the steel beam during the "topping out" ceremony for the new Center for Science and Math.

In her later years, Meen was a significant philanthropist, providing generous support to many non-profits in East Tennessee as well as Tusculum. Meen wanted to contribute to Tusculum as a way to honor her husband and provide educational opportunities for others, and the Ronald H. and Verna June Center for Math and Science will open in September 2016. She also established the Verna June Meen Endowed Scholarship Fund to be used primarily for female accounting majors and the Ronald H. Meen Endowed Distinguished Professorship in Chemistry. With her generosity, she became one of Tusculum’s benefactors, a term used to describe those who have given a total of $1 million or more to the College.

 

Annual Tusculum/Carson-Newman Blood Bowl set for week of Nov. 9

Fans of the Tusculum Pioneers and Carson-Newman Eagles can support their team while aiding the East Tennessee Medic Regional Blood Center by participating in the 13th Annual Blood Drive Bowl in November.

The Blood Drive Bowl is part of the festivities leading up to the Saturday, Nov.14, game at Carson-Newman, where the two teams face-off at Burke Tarr Stadium in Jefferson City, TN. Kickoff is at 1:00 p.m. Tusculum has been the top donor in eight of the previous 12 drives.

There will be several opportunities to donate blood.

On Tuesday, Nov. 10, Tusculum students, faculty, staff and fans may donate on the Knoxville campus from 2 – 6 p.m. Blood donations will also be taken at the following locations: Wednesday, Nov. 11, at the Tusculum College Greeneville campus from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. and Thursday, Nov. 12, at the Tusculum College Morristown site at 420 West Morris Blvd., from 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Donors should bring a valid driver’s license or other official photo ID in order to give blood. Medical prescreening and a free cholesterol test (no fasting necessary) will be provided at the sites. One donation a year exempts donors and their IRS dependents from paying blood supplier processing fees at any U.S. hospital.

The winning school will be announced at halftime of the Saturday football game. Tusculum leads the Blood Drive Bowl series 8-4.  The Pioneers won the inaugural title in 2003, again in 2005, and five consecutive years (2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, and 2012) and again last year 2014. Carson-Newman has captured bragging rights four times (2004, 2006, 2007, and 2013).

For more information, contact the MEDIC Regional Blood Center at (865) 524-3074(865) 524-3074 or at www.medicblood.org