At The University of Tennessee Southern, we want to embrace the community of Giles County. We appreciate the support we receive and would like to give back! We offer cultural activities such as the Della Clayton Lee events, activities for children in the summer, a local movie theater, a clinic, and a great health club facility which includes a cardio room, a pool, a weight room, and an indoor walking track. So come by and see what UT Southern has to offer!
What We Offer to Our Community
Barton Art Gallery
The Gault Fine Arts Building and Barton Art Gallery were opened in the Fall of 2009 upon completing the restoration of the old gymnasium on the campus of UT Southern. Since then, the Barton Gallery has hosted many exciting shows, such as the NASA Collection of Space Art; We Shall not be Moved – a civil rights exhibit from the Tennessee State Museum; and a show from the Smithsonian Institution, entitled: Indivisibles, which addresses the connections between Native Americans and African Americans. We have also shown local artists’ work and that of various artists from around the globe. Gallery Hours: 10 am to 5 pm on weekdays (closed during school breaks.)
Art Classes
While a Visual Arts Major is not presently offered, students enjoy a variety of art courses, such as Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, 2- & 3-Dimensional Design, Photography, and Computer Arts. These courses are open to the public, home-schooled, and public High School students seeking dual enrollment.
UT Southern Community Arts Academy
Please visit “UT Southern Community Arts Academy” for more info.
Community Service
Alternative Fall and Spring Break Trips
Hosted both in the Fall and Spring semesters, the Alternative Break Trips allow students, faculty, and staff to travel across the U.S. and assist with disaster recovery efforts or volunteer with under-served communities.
Boo-Out and Visit with Santa
All community members are welcome to join us at the Johnston Center for free holiday games, activities, and fun. Dates and times will be announced for Boo-Out and the annual visit with Santa.
Earth Week
The Biology Department helps educate the campus about the importance of sustainability and conservation. Last year, students led a Pleasant Run Creek cleanup project in which over 500 lbs. of trash was collected! This year’s event will be held during the third week of April.
Free Dental Day
Students, faculty, staff, and community members can volunteer for this annual Pulaski First United Methodist Church event! Volunteers are needed for hospitality and post-op care.
Spring Service Day
UT Southern hosts a campus-wide service event in late April each year. Join us for Spud Day, hosted in partnership with the Society of St. Andrew, where we will bag roughly eight thousand pounds of potatoes dropped on the campus green that will be provided to families throughout Giles County and Nashville, TN.
Event Space
Indoor Facility Usage Policy for Authorized Events
This policy provides a consistent basis for the University of Tennessee Southern (“UT Southern”) to regulate University facilities and/or property use. University facilities are intended for official events of the Institution sponsored by student organizations and academic and administrative departments.
In carrying out its mission, UTS desires to ensure that space is readily available for University activities and functions as well as the functions of its Affiliated Entities. In certain, more limited circumstances, UTS also desires to allow Non-affiliated Entities to use certain portions of its property and/or facilities. Please review the policy below for more information about UTS facilities’ usage.
Facilities Usage Policy click here.
Please click here to find a list of our buildings and accommodation rates.
For more information, please contact Crissy Jordan at 931.363.9882 or at cjorda43@utsouthern.edu.
Free Expression Areas – Campus Map
Click here to download a printable version.
UT Southern Health Club
Become a Member of the UT Southern Health Club
To become a member, download and complete the membership application or agreement.
HOURS OF OPERATION
Monday – Friday: 7:00 am – 7:00 pm
Saturday: 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
Telephone Numbers
Front Desk: 931-363-9830
Membership Information: 931-424-7374
Aquatic Center Office: 931-424-2007
UT SOUTHERN AQUATIC CENTER HOURS OF OPERATION
Monday – Friday: 7:00 am – 12:00 pm, 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Saturday: 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
LIFEGUARD CLASSES AND SWIM LESSONS
CONTACT: Drew Peterson: apeter32@utsouthern.edu
Movies at The University of Tennessee Southern
Welcome to the University of Tennessee Southern’s website, and thanks for inquiring about “Movies at The Martin.” We are located in Pulaski, TN, on the UTS campus. Remember, The Martin is the only movie theater in Giles County. Visit “Movies at The Martin”
for more info on the current movie playing, directions, and concessions.
We look forward to you joining us soon for first-run movies.
We Will Visit You
We are excited to send UT Southern representatives to you as a part of our outreach initiative. We wish to strengthen working relationships with our community. We want to share the many opportunities we have to offer. We are committed to raising the quality of life throughout the region. We are eager to help the countless budding leaders within our rural communities grow in spirit and knowledge and discover their calling.
If you are interested in having a UT Southern representative visit your community, school, business, or organization, please contact:
Olivia Officer, Director of Alumni Experience & Special Initiatives, Reveille, 433 W. Madison Street, Pulaski, TN 38478 – 931-363-9825, Ext. 3825 – oofficer@utsouthern.edu