UT Martin Parsons Center
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First UT Martin Somerville Center grad sets sights on law enforcement career
Kavarius Hester is rightfully proud of the Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice degree that he received May 4 during commencement exercises at the University of Tennessee at Martin.
His accomplishment was also a point of pride for students, faculty and staff at the UT Martin Somerville Center, as well as a contingent of supporters from Fayette County who were present to see Hester walk across the commencement stage. The new college graduate holds the distinction of being the first student to enroll in UT Martin classes when they were first offered in Somerville and then complete all of his…
Why Law Enforcement Is Seeing More Women Offenders
Why Law Enforcement Is Seeing More Women Offenders ... Whenever I write an article about the corrosive backgrounds of offenders, readers suggest that I’m trying to make excuses for criminal behavior.
What law enforcement should know about PTSD after sexual abuse
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Racial Reconciliation May Not Be What You Think It Is
The real question of Christian discipleship is not can I be your brother in Christ, but can I be your brother in law? I first heard this statement from my good friend Rev. Dr. Gabriel Salguero in a class he was teaching. Who can’t your child marry? Questions like these help us get to the … Continued
How Applying to Grad School Becomes a Display of Trauma for People of Color
A few years back, I had the misguided notion that I would get a Ph.D. in English literature; I hoped to remain within the safe confines of academia, the only place I’d thus far thrived. During a meeting with my advisor, she fervently counseled against the Ph.D., telling me about the difficulties of success and …
When a career is no longer a calling
Q: I’m a pastor for a Protestant church. When I decided to become a pastor, religion was important in my family, and my interest grew as my
Many Seminary Grads Struggling to Find Jobs and Pay Off Loans
Many newly trained leaders are leaving seminary with big debts and small prospects.
Is Your Church Breaking Copyright Law?
When you’re in church singing from the shiny new Lift Up Your Hearts (LUYH) hymnal you’re holding in your hands, it’s all good. All the copyrights and permissions you need are included. Singing from the screen? Maybe not so good.
Randall: With help, finding my next career
Few things make me happier than indulging in a deep philosophical discussion with one of my favorite philosophers about our favorite topic: Life.
Emotional Abuse Laws: When to Seek Legal Help
Emotional abuse may be harder to identify than physical abuse, but that doesn’t make it any less harmful. Whether in the context of marriage, family, or even strangers, emotional abuse can leave lasting psychological and sometimes physical effects. Fortunately, there...
Three Benefits of the Law for Those Under Grace
Christians are not only free from the law and from the sin that the law increased for those with sinful natures. More, we are freed to the law.
Prophet: Take the Next Step in your Career
Finding the right place to work can be tough, and it usually involves making big trade-offs. At Prophet, we drive impact while maintaining a tight-knit commu...
Find Your New Career at Christian Living Communities
Watch this engaging video to learn about how you can use your skills to connect, collaborate and contribute to the lives of seniors.
The Men Who Hurt Their Careers by Hurting Women Aren’t the Victims
My own mother waited 50 years before she uttered a word. For me, it was three decades.
The Teacher Who Inspired My Career in Science
Our professional careers are the result of careful planning, hard work and some luck. We all recognize influential people in our past that have contributed positively to our career choice and succe…
Latitude Measures People’s Aptitudes to Help Them with Career Choices
There are many points in life where people face important crossroads when it comes to their career and long-term life plans. Unfortunately, despite people’s best efforts, they don’t always make the right choices. Countless college students switch majors and fields of study when in school, which causes them to graduate late and spend more money …
Being easy-going isn't going to get you far in your career
Want to get ahead? Stick up for yourself this year.
