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Halfway through the semester in Siena, and my favorite classroom has turned out to be the grocery aisle.

This fall I am directing UT Martin's study abroad program in Tuscany with 20 students. Alongside coursework in wine economics, economic history, and international business, they are doing something most undergraduates never get to do: collecting real field data.

Every week, small teams record prices on wine, beer, meats, dairy and other staples across six Siena retailers, from a discount outlet to small neighborhood shops inside the medieval walls. Student pairs have also walked the streets of Siena, Florence, Pisa, Poggibonsi, Certaldo, and Empoli pricing gelato and espresso to test a simple question: how much do you pay for being close to a tourist attraction?

What they are learning goes beyond the spreadsheet. They are reading labels in Italian, noticing how stores are organized, comparing an open-air market to a supermarket, and seeing firsthand how geography, tourism and tradition shape what things cost.

That is the real value of study abroad. Students stop treating economics as something in a textbook and start seeing it on every shelf and café counter.

Grazie to my students for their curiosity and their miles of walking. Grazie to my home university and colleges (Business and Agriculture) for supporting this trip. And Grazie to our amazing partner institution, the Dante Alighieri School in Siena, who include some of the most amazing people I've met and worked with in my career.

Second half, here we come!

#StudyAbroad #Economics #ExperientialLearning #FoodEconomics #UndergraduateResearch

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For Week 4 of the Siena residency, UTM scholars visited Pienza and the Abbey at Monte Oliveto Maggiore. Several attended the Minimasgalano (not pictured) while others traveled to Pisa and Empoli for data collection. Week 5 is exams and a much-needed fall break. Next post in 2 weeks! #experientiallearning #UTMProud

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A Haunted UTM Homecoming is coming to life. 👻🧡💙

From campus traditions and student celebrations to community events and alumni returning home, Homecoming week is bringing Skyhawk spirit to every corner of Martin.

Students bring it to life.
Campus gets in the spirit.
The community joins the celebration.
Skyhawks come home.

Join us Oct. 25-31 for A Haunted UTM Homecoming.

Explore the full schedule and start making your plans for Homecoming 2026. https://alumni.utm.edu/homecoming/

#UTMartin #UTMHomecoming #SkyhawkNation

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Which one are you? 🧡🦅

UTM Class of 2030 apply on Runway #TODAY for Freshman Council! Don’t miss this opportunity!! 🔗 IN BIO!

+++Comment what majors you want to see next!!

#UTM #SGA #SMISKI

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Trailblazers aren’t born — they’re built through passion, perseverance, and purpose.

Across campus and beyond, Skyhawk alumni like Mark Joyner continue creating opportunities, breaking barriers, and leading with impact.

Read the latest edition of Campus Scene at the link in bio.

#UTMartin #SkyhawkStrong #BlazingTrails #UTM #SkyhawksSoar Cover slide for a UT Martin Alumni Spotlight featuring Mark Joyner, Class of 1997, an Accounting and Finance graduate. The headline reads, “Blazing Trails: From UT Martin to building a legacy of service and leadership.” Portrait photo of Joyner accompanies the design.

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Celebrating the brothers of Kappa Alpha Order at the 2026 Greek Awards at UT Martin. We are proud to recognize them for their leadership, service, and commitment on campus.

Outstanding IFC Fraternity Man — Preston Pooler
Emerging Leader Award — Coy Rogers
Emerging Leader Award — Braydon Hendrix
University Service Award — Gray Hensley
Most Donated Dollars to Philanthropy
Intramural Gold Level

Congratulations to everyone recognized. We are proud to see KA represented through leadership, service, philanthropy, and involvement across campus.

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Every Skyhawk has a story 🎥 — here’s Kole Hellman’s.

This business management major is setting his future up for success. #beUTMproud #skyhawkspotlight

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⭐️ NEXT THURSDAY ⭐️ Come check out our career, internship, and graduate school fair in the UC Ballroom— open to all majors, alumni, and community members! Register on Handshake. 💻

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UTM Chancellor Yancy Freeman
An Awesome Man with and Awesome Family doing an Awesome Job for the Students of UTM.

I Bring Events to Life!
#TribePhotos
#IMakeEventsForever
#EventPhotography
#MemphisEventPhotography
#FayetteCtyEventPhotography

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Thank you to Martin Primary School for inviting us to hang out with all the students and their families at the Back to School Bash on Monday afternoon! We’ll definitely be back to do some more karaoke 🎤🎶 wishing everyone in our community a great school year! 💙 #MartinMade #WeAreOne

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Introducing: Student Trustee—Ashlee Mallon

We are thrilled to officially share that Ashlee Mallon, a CBGA Dual Degree Student and current SAC member, will serve on the UT System Board of Trustees as the Student Trustee for 2025–2026! Ashlee began her term yesterday, July 1st, by attending the annual board meeting in Chattanooga, TN. UT President Randy Boyd told her that Ashlee's voice will be the most important to be heard, as she is the student chosen to represent the voices of all students across the UT system. Congratulations, Ashlee Mallon! Way to #beUTMproud

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#TBT for Teacher Appreciation Week! 📚📝🍎

Skyhawk Educators — we have a challenge for you!
We are searching for UTM Alumni who are currently making a difference as teachers who SOAR in the classroom from their time at UT Martin! Here’s how to play:

1️⃣Share a photo of you in your classroom or school.
2️⃣Tell us more — your name, current grade and school being taught, years of service, and why you love teaching — for new teachers, tell us why you’re excited.
3️⃣Pay tribute to a UTM professor who impacted your career and give them a shoutout.
4️⃣Tag @UT Martin Alumni & Friends and a fellow Skyhawk Educator to keep it going!

To show our appreciation, we want to recognize you by sharing your photo on our stories! Help us get started by tagging a Skyhawk Educator who deserves proper recognition in the comments below! 👏👇 #beUTMproud

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