by Rebekkah Pullen
Rebecca Carroll, instructor of English at Pellissippi, has published a book entitled “Milk Glass Moon.”
“Milk Glass Moon” is a historical novel set in Oak Ridge just prior to the Manhattan Project.
“It chronicles one family’s experiences in the summer of 1942 when they learn of the takeover of their home and farm,” said Carroll. [...]
by Jillian Edmonds
Dr. Allen Edwards, president of Pellissippi, explained that his vision for the future of Pellissippi is based on what the public needs the college for.
“You have to take a look at what the community needs. If you can discover that…you try to put in place programs that are rigorous and relevant that will [...]
by Matthew Shields
Crime reported on state college campuses dropped by about 6 percent last year.
According to the latest Tennessee Bureau of Investigation report, violent crimes decreased 25 percent statewide. Thefts accounted for 38 percent of the crimes across the state campuses, which made thefts the largest number of crimes reported.
Pellissippi State Technical Community College [...]
by Jessica Shipp
The activities staff at Pellissippi recently began airing 60 second videos on YouTube to promote upcoming events.
The videos, titled IPause460 feature one student from the activities board as a host, who announces the events coming up for the next two weeks.
IPause460 was started this school year and gained popularity this semester due to [...]
by Chris Williams
Over 70 percent of students in the 2009 freshman college class may be looking at big changes in their education plans due to economic pressures.
A nationwide study was released today by Longmire & Co., Inc, an educational consulting firm. Nearly half of the families participating in the study say they will definitely [...]
By Anthony Elias
The second round of the inaugural racquetball tournament at Pellissippi State began Wednesday, April 16, when Bryan Patterson defeated David Pratt (15-13, 15-13).
Patterson will face the winner of the Dan Jones/Brandon Penland matchup to decide who goes on to the semifinal round.
In the first round of the tournament, Brandon Penland defeated Dr. Anthony [...]
By Jillian L. Edmonds
Now that PSTCC has received the stimulus package, the question is: What will the money be used for?
A letter of budget guidelines was sent by the Tennessee Board of Regents to all presidents and directors of public colleges from the years 2008-2011. The letter’s purpose is to clarify what the law permits [...]
Wednesday, April 15, 2009
by Shani Hammonds
The Active Black Students Association Club presents “I’m Coming Out” fashion show and award program on April 17 in the Magnolia Avenue Campus’ Community Room.
The fashion show and award program is free and will be held from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
There will be 8 to 10 models consisting of Pellissippi State students, [...]
Wednesday, April 15, 2009
By Matt Pih
The Tennessee handgun carry permit class and other gun safety courses are offered at Pellissippi State throughout the year.
In Tennessee, individuals that wish to carry a handgun outside of their home must obtain a carry permit.
NRA certified firearms instructor and Tennessee certified handgun instructor, Jerry Huffman, proposed the Handgun Safety and Personal Protection [...]
Wednesday, April 15, 2009
By Taylor Rhea
American Sign Language (ASL) is now offering Beginning ASL 1010 and 1020 during summer fast track sessions for students needing prerequisites before the intermediate courses.
ASL 1010 and 1020 are available during the summer to prepare students for Intermediate ASL 2010 and 2020 in the fall and spring semesters.
ASL instructor, G. Gay [...]