Engineering, Mathematics) disciplines, as well as serve the needs of its extended com- munities. TSU has a variety of academic disciplines to choose from, including every- thing from supply chain management, com- puter science to criminal justice, music, dental hygiene just to name a few. Tennessee State University has been awarded the “Best Online Master’s in Tennessee” by Online Masters Colleges (OMC), a trusted source for students seeking valuable online higher education degree programs and our music program was named by Billboard’s 2023 Top Music Business Schools in the nation. Our new online programs, a Science Mas- ter’s with a concentration in Applied Geospatial Information Sciences and Exec- utive MBA program are just a few of the top online programs offered. Important partner- ships have been aligned with leading global companies such as Amazon, Apple Inc. Bax- ter International Inc. Boeing Co. FedEx Corporation, HCA Healthcare and Lowes. TSU and Apple launched the “Everyone Can Code and Create” initiative through the University’s National Center for Smart Technology Innovations, the first at an HBCU. In 2020, TSU and Meharry Med- ical College began a partnership focused on establishing a pipeline of African American doctors and dentists who will provide essen- tial care to underserved communities. The initiative is named after one of TSU’s most distinguished graduates and internationally renowned cardiac surgeon Dr. Levi Watkins Jr. TSU has a stellar Global Online Pro- gram, which includes courses in Esports. Campus Climate TSU’s main campus sits on 550 acres and houses 65 buildings, including a new state- of-the-art health science building and 700- bed co-ed residence hall, with plush clusters of greenery which make the beauty and ac- cessibility of the main campus undeniable. Complementing the main campus is our newly renovated Avon Williams downtown campus that is in the center of Nashville’s business and government district and is home to our Graduate School and Profes- sional Studies division. Student Life Realizing that social interaction is an im- portant part of college life, TSU offers its students a variety of options to eat, laugh and enjoy themselves to unwind from classes and exams. Over 100 clubs and or- ganiza- tions make up a vibrant campus life and al- lows students to get involved, build relationships, connect on like causes and serve in leadership roles. This includes a championship forensics program, fraterni- ties and sororities, the Student Government Association, intramural sports, and service- learning opportunities. TSU is home to the world renowned, Grammy-winning Aristocrat of Bands, who was the first collegiate marching band to win the highest honor from the music industry for the historic gospel album, The Urban Hymnal. They've graced 16 NFL halftime shows, three presidential inaugurations, and were the first college band at the Pro Foot- ball Hall of Fame game. AOB has per- formed at the White House and for the National Museum of African American His- tory and Culture opening. Competitive Research TSU reached a historic milestone when the institution received over $100 million in ex- ternal research funding in 22-23. Prior to this major accomplishment, the university had three consecutive years of record-breaking sponsored research and external funding to- taling $70 million, $67 million, and $63 mil- lion. TSU is also home to the Samuel P. Massie Chair of Environmental Engineering, funded by the U.S. Department of Energy and 9 research centers on campus. The TSU Business Incubation Center has launched nu- merous small businesses in Tennessee, includ- ing The Green Truck Moving Company founded by three TSU graduates whose suc- cess has led to them opening the nationally recognized pizzeria Slim and Husky’s. Notable Alumni Distinguished TSU Alumni include mul- timedia mogul Oprah Winfrey, world- class Olympic athletes Wilma Rudolph and Ralph Boston, Clarice Phelps, the first African American woman to help with discovery of a new element on the periodic table, Jesse Russell, whose engi- neering studies led to the development of the modern-day cell phone, and cardiac surgeon Dr. Levi Watkins, who implanted the first heart defibrillator. Tennessee College Guide | 2024-2025 61 Four Year Institutions Get Started Today! Your future starts today. For more information on how to begin your educational journey with top- notch academics and professors, access to innova- tive programs, a safe and scenic campus, scholarship opportunities and more, please visit www.tnstate.edu. For application and admission information, visit www.tnstate.edu/admissions. TSU also invites you to get social by connecting with the university on: www.facebook.com/Tennessee.State.University www.x.com/TSUedu www.youtube.com/user/TSUMedia www.Instagram.com/tennstateu
