University Programs

University Programs provide support to ETSU and students, regardless of college/unit.

• Employee Emergency Assistance Fund: The ETSU Emergency Employee Assistance Fund was established to provide financial assistance to current employees who experience an unexpected and extenuating circumstance that could negatively affect their livelihood. Examples of circumstances include loss of an immediate family member, loss of residence or significant damage not covered by insurance, serious personal illness of immediate family member or self, hardship or loss of a basic human need and/or other serious circumstance.
• Satellite Campuses: ETSU at Kingsport, ETSU at Sevierville, and Chattanooga - BlueSky Tennessee Institute.
• Army Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC): Offers top-notch leadership courses for students interested in serving the nation as Army officers. Through class work and field training, students learn first-hand what it takes to lead, motivate groups, overcome challenges, and succeed in a competitive environment. During their time at ETSU, students will receive the tools, training, and experience necessary to graduate as a commissioned Second Lieutenant in the United States Army. You can help enhance their experience!
• Dr. Patricia E. Robertson Center: The Robertson Center is your front door to connection and support at ETSU — a welcoming space that links you to the people, programs, and resources that help you thrive. Many of our programs are run by students, for students, giving you the chance to lead, support your peers, and grow along the way.
• Eagle Cam: The Department of Biological Sciences at East Tennessee State University maintains live Eagle Cams in Johnson City and Bluff City, Tennessee. We are proud to be able to provide this window into nature that offers a view of our local, magnificent Bald Eagles. We welcome your comments on our LiveStream chat and Facebook page with us and with other eagle watchers. Thank you for your support of our Eagle Camera project.
• Esports: ETSU launched varsity Esports in 2020 and we're in our fourth season of national competition. We compete against other universities in League of Legends, Rocket League, Overwatch, and Overwatch 2. On the academic side, ETSU is proud to offer a graduate certificate in Esports Management. Our program features a state-of-the-art training facility (Culp Cave area), providing the best Esports experience in the region for competitors and viewers. Your support of this leading-edge program and students is greatly appreciated!

• Mary V. Jordan Center: East Tennessee State University created the Mary V. Jordan Center as part of our deep commitment to student success. The center works closely with ETSU’s faculty and staff, who are committed to helping all our students achieve their educational goals.
• Military and Veterans Services: Help recognize the sacrifice of our Veterans and family members in protecting our great Nation. Your generosity assists in providing dedicated services and scholarships to our Military Affiliated Student population, to include the operation of the Military Affiliated Resource Center (MARC).
• Noland Family First-Generation Scholarship: Created in recognition of President Brian Noland’s and First Lady Donna Noland’s first decade of service to East Tennessee State University, this scholarship honors the Nolands’ belief in the transformative power of higher education. More information at https://www.etsu.edu/etsu-news...
• Peppers Fund: Supports Peppers veterinary care, food, and essential daily needs.
• Presidential Initiatives: Provides resources to be used flexibly, at the discretion of ETSU President Dr. Brian Noland.
• WETS-FM: A public radio station operated as a partnership between East Tennessee State University and the station's listeners. Operating 24-hours a day at 89.5 MHz in the Tri-Cities Tennessee/Virginia region, the station is heard everywhere on the Internet through the World Wide Web. WETS receives the majority of its support from listeners like you!

** ETSU Faculty & Staff may make payroll deductions at https://webapps.etsu.edu/PayrollDeduction/Login.