Tennessee State University

future students
Tennessee State University is a world-class university known for academic excellence, incredible students, inspiring faculty, exceptional value and an amazing campus and community. We invite you to learn more about TSU and our academic programs, admissions process, tuition and financial aid, campus visits, student housing and more.
current students
Tennessee State University is dedicated to helping students develop the skills needed for the real world. Our vibrant campus life, leadership opportunities, rigorous academic programs, access to scholarships and student services are just a few of the student services we offer. We are preparing career-ready professionals today for knowledge-based jobs tomorrow. The Tiger legacy continues with you.
parents & families
TSU loves parents! And we encourage you to stay involved with your Tennessee State University student. We strive to make the transition to college and beyond flow as smoothly as possible for everyone. We'll keep you up-to-date on campus happenings through a monthly eNewsletter, a helpful Parent Guide and through many other programs and events. We're here to help you and your student make the most out of your TSU experience.
alumni
At Tennessee State University, our blood runs blue! We enjoy connecting, socializing and sharing news about the great things our alumni are doing across the globe. From our annual Homecoming celebration to donor events and volunteer activities, TSU alumni always find time to celebrate what it means to be a Big Blue Tiger. We welcome you back to campus anytime to rekindle your most memorable experiences.
visitors
Welcome to Tennessee State University, located in the heart of Nashville, one of the nation's most progressive cities! Whether you are here for your first visit, planning a campus tour or returning after many years away, TSU welcomes you to enjoy our facilities, hospitality and our unique history and contributions.
faculty & staff
Tennessee State University is proud to have 1,200 distinguished administrators, faculty and staff members as part of our team. With outstanding reputations for teaching, research and service, these professionals make valuable contributions to our community of scholars and ensure that TSU is a thriving public institution of higher learning.

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Partnering With Industry Professionals

The BIS Department actively works with companies in a variety of innovative ways to shape the future of technology education and address real world challenges to industry. We encourage companies that are interested in exploring or expanding specific research areas to sponsor a research grant or contract, and support the career development of students.

BIS Advisory Board Members / Technology Advisory Council Members

	Name	Company	Title
	Tinita Haley (Chair)	Deloitte Services LP	Senior Manager (Retired)
	Chris Barkdull	CompTIA	Account Executive, Academics
	Marc Anthony Lane	Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Limited	Lead Security Operations Analyst
	Eric Boyd	Vanderbilt University Medical Center	Sr. IT Project Manager
	Kris Johnson	Anglepoint	Executive Vice President
	Chris J. Berry	Department of Finance & Administration, TN	Sr. Enterprise Project Manager
	Chad Ivie	Ascension at Home	Sr. Director of Care Services Operations
	Tyrone H. Hobson II	Musa Technology Partners	Partner Assurance Manager
	Hamid Ashari	Dollar General Corp.	Sr. Business Operations Manager
	Jeremy Stewart, PMP, CPO	Microsoft	Program Manager
	David Lunsford	RackTop Systems	Consulting Engineer