The Pacer

Independent voice of the University of Tennessee at Martin

Year: 2025

Celebrating Black musicians for Black History Month

February is not just for the celebration of Valentine’s Day, but also the annual commemoration of Black History Month. This…

Alumna Spotlight: UT Martin’s first Black graduate

After last year’s renaming of the University Village 1 and 2, many people learned about the history of Jessie Lou…

Iconic Black Tennesseans

Morgan Freeman June 1, 1937-  Birthplace: Memphis, Tennessee Morgan Freeman is a world-renowned actor, known for his roles in movies…

Journey of Long Distance

Long-distance relationships are no easy task for an individual to balance with student life.  Stages Of course, goodbyes are bittersweet…

Opinion: vouchers threaten community spirit

Gov. Bill Lee’s long-running push for private school vouchers is finally becoming reality — and it could take Tennessee’s public…