When the Maryville College men’s and women’s soccer teams took the field for their first home games on Sept. 10, it was the first time they had the opportunity to compete on the newly renovated soccer field on campus.
Cartlidge, longtime religion professor at MC, dies at 89
Dr. David R. Cartlidge, Ralph W. Beeson Chair of Religion Emeritus at Maryville College, died on Aug. 20, 2021, in Chattanooga, Tenn., while residing near his daughter’s home. He was 89.
New 2021 students follow family members to MC
This fall, several new Maryville College students are legacies, meaning they have relatives who are current or former Maryville College students.
MC named 2021 top baccalaureate college by Washington Monthly
In its annual College Guide and Rankings, Washington Monthly ranked Maryville College No. 12 in its list of “2021 Bachelor’s Colleges.” The College also was listed among the top 50 colleges in the South for “Best Bang for the Buck.”
Maryville College reveals new logo
Maryville College recently revealed a new logo and logo system. This new visual identity was created to celebrate the College’s location and pay homage to the College’s history, traditions and reputation.
Maryville College unveils new Greaser Alumni Center
The building that houses Maryville College’s Advancement, Alumni Affairs and Church Relations offices now has a new name – the Greaser Alumni Center.
Endowed gifts support Maryville College and the Clayton Center for the Arts – today and into the future
Endowed gifts support Maryville College and the Clayton Center for the Arts today and into the future by funding a number of important initiatives, including student scholarships, faculty positions, and other institutional priorities.
Maryville Fund hits record number, surpasses five-year goal
The Maryville Fund has hit a record number for the 2020-21 fiscal year, topping out at $2.07 million. More than 2,000 donors from around the globe contributed to the Maryville Fund during the last fiscal year, which ended May 31.
President Coker: MC emerging from pandemic ‘an even stronger institution’
The COVID-19 pandemic made the 2020-2021 academic year like none other at Maryville College, but Dr. Bryan F. Coker, president, told the College’s constituents this week that there was much to celebrate.
Football from Gold Star alumnus gifted to MC Archives
The following story was written by alumnus and Professor Emeritus Dr. John Nichols ’65, who, in coordinating the donation of an old football to Maryville College’s Archives, learned much more about a team and two former students.
MC, Tremont announce intention to partner on strategic initiatives
Maryville College and the Great Smoky Mountains Institute of Tremont (GSMIT) have announced their intention to partner, with a shared focus on educational programming and research that celebrates ecological and cultural diversity, fosters stewardship, promotes sustainability and nurtures the appreciation of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
College mourns passing of President Emeritus Gibson
Maryville College is mourning the passing of Dr. Gerald W. Gibson, president emeritus, who passed away May 20, following an extended illness. He was 83.
Cassius Cash shares “A Message to Our Future” with 2021 grads
Cassius Cash, superintendent of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park (GSMNP), delivered the commencement address to Maryville College’s Class of 2021 on May 9.
Commencement speaker Bogart celebrates “A Long-Expected Party” with 2020 grads
Maryville College President Emeritus Dr. William T. “Tom” Bogart returned to campus May 8, 2021 to celebrate the commencement for the MC Class of 2020 – the last senior class during his tenure as MC president.
New student-designed posters promote MC Covenant
As a way to bring more attention to the three tenants of the Maryville College Covenant – scholarship, respect and integrity – the Keepers of the Covenant and the Maryville College Fine Arts Department have teamed up to create a new design for the Covenant posters.