The University of Tennessee-MartinStudent Guide

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Public Research University in Martin, TN. Operating on a semester system.

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Student guide · Fall 2026 Part of Term 1

The semester, explained for The University of Tennessee-Martin

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
Fall 2026 Part of Term 1
Campus terms
13
Local details
13

Academic calendar

Fall 2026 Part of Term 1 runs Aug 24, 2026 – Dec 4, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

12 entries
  1. Fall 2026 Part of Term 4
  2. Fall 2026 Part of Term 2
  3. Fall 2026 Part of Term 1Relevant now
  4. Fall 2026
  5. Fall 2026 Part of Term 5
  6. Fall 2026 Part of Term 3
  7. Fall 2026 Part of Term 6
  8. Spring 2027
  9. Maymester 2027
  10. Summer I 2027 (POT 2)
  11. Summer 2027 Full-Term (POT 1)
  12. Summer II 2027 (POT 3)

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13 terms

B

Browning
Browning Hall, a traditional-style residence hall.

C

Cooper
Cooper Hall, a traditional-style residence hall often housing freshmen.

E

Ellington
Ellington Hall, a traditional-style residence hall.

P

PEP
Peer Educator Program, students who assist with freshman orientation and transition.

S

SAC
Student Activities Council, the group responsible for planning campus events and entertainment.
SGA
Student Government Association, the representative body for students.
Skyhawk Dining
The primary residential dining hall located in the Boling University Center.
Skyhawks
The official mascot and collective name for UT Martin students.
SOAR
Student Orientation and Registration, the program for incoming new students.

T

The Food Court
The retail dining area in the UC featuring brands like Chick-fil-A and Starbucks.
The Quad
The central grassy outdoor area surrounded by academic buildings, used for socializing and events.
The UC
The Boling University Center, which houses the main food court and dining options.

U

UV
University Village, the apartment-style housing complex on campus.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

13 details
Banner
The student information system used for registration, financial aid, and checking grades.
Canvas
The learning management system where students access course materials and submit assignments.
chick_fil_a
Chick-fil-A
EPS
The Engineering and Physical Sciences Building.
Flight Plan
The university's degree-planning and advising software system.
Gooch
Gooch Hall, a central academic building housing various departments and administrative offices.
mein_bowl
Mein Bowl
Paul Meek
The Paul Meek Library, the main campus library.
Skyhawk Card
The official student ID card used for building access, meal plans, and library services.
skyhawk_dining_hall
Skyhawk Dining Hall
The Elam
The Kathleen and Tom Elam Center, the primary athletic and recreational facility.
The Ned
The Ned Ray McWherter Agricultural Complex, used for agricultural sciences and events.
The UC
The Boling University Center, the hub for student life, dining, and the bookstore.

Quick answers

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What academic term is relevant now?
Fall 2026 Part of Term 1 runs Aug 24, 2026 – Dec 4, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
13 approved campus terms and 13 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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Life in Martin for The University of Tennessee-Martin Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Martin.

Timezone

Central Time (CT)

Median Rent

$750

Cost of Living Index

85

Student Population

7,500

City Transportation

Walkability

55

Bikeability

40

Public Transit

Demand-response transit

Nearest Airports

Everett-Stewart Regional Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid subtropical

Avg Annual Temp

59°F

Avg Snowfall

2 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Lot 4

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General unreserved lot

Lot 8

surface_lot

General unreserved lot

CCT Garage

garage

Reserved parking lot

Campus News

Latest updates from The University of Tennessee-Martin

UT Martin Soars To Historic OVC Regular Season Soccer Title

The Skyhawks earned their sixth program OVC regular season title with a 1-0 victory at Eastern Illinois and will host the tournament semifinals and finals.

Nov 2, 2026

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UT Martin Hosts Haunted Homecoming

Students and alumni celebrated a 'Haunted UTM Homecoming' falling on Halloween weekend.

Nov 2, 2026

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UT Martin receives grant for cold food processing facility

The university received nearly $400,000 from the National Institute of Food and Agriculture to build a facility within the TEST Hub.

Oct 29, 2026

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UT Martin Jackson Center to operate remotely on Feb 6; regional centers resumed normal operations.

UT Martin Jackson Center to operate remotely on Feb 6; regional centers resumed normal operations.

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at The University of Tennessee-Martin

Skyhawk Leadership Academy Session 2: The Leadership Reset

November 3, 2026

Virtual

A session for faculty and staff focused on turning resilience into a practice, featuring guest speaker Dr. William T. Lewis Sr.

UTAA Career Services: Optimizing Your LinkedIn Profile

November 4, 2026

Virtual

An alumni career services session focused on enhancing professional LinkedIn profiles.

UT Martin Research Series: Undergraduate Research in Kenya

November 5, 2026

Paul Meek Library

A research panel featuring student case studies from Kenya as part of the Fall 2026 Research Series.

Volleyball vs. Lindenwood

November 5, 2026

Skyhawk Fieldhouse

UT Martin volleyball hosts Lindenwood in an Ohio Valley Conference match.

Women's Wellness Summit

November 5, 2026

Memphis Botanic Garden

A summit for women's wellness organized by the UT Alumni Association.

Fall Preview Day

November 7, 2026

Boling University Center

An event for potential students and families to explore academic programs, financial aid, and campus life.

2026 OVC Soccer Championship Semifinals

November 12, 2026

UT Martin Campus

UT Martin hosts the semifinal rounds of the Ohio Valley Conference soccer championship.

Adult Student Open House

November 12, 2026

UT Martin Campus

An event for adult learners thinking about starting college or finishing their degree.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at The University of Tennessee-Martin

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

9 known dorm and housing options. Every known option is shown below.

Arnold Pryor Place

Capacity: 396

Room types: two-bedroom apartment, three-bedroom apartment, four-bedroom apartment

Browning Hall

Capacity: 300

Room types: single, double

Clement Hall

Conner Community

Capacity: 402

Room types: one-bedroom apartment, two-bedroom apartment, three-bedroom apartment, four-bedroom apartment

Cooper Hall

Capacity: 314

Room types: single-room occupancy, double-room occupancy, seven- or eight-person suites

Ellington Hall

Capacity: 528

Room types: single, double

University Courts

Room types: one-bedroom, two-bedroom, three-bedroom

University Town

University Village Phase II

Capacity: 402

Room types: private room, shared apartment

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Control

Public

Email Domain

@thetennesseemartin.edu

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