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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.
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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.
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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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Open Records Act Requests

Tennesse Open Records Act (ORA)

The Tennessee Open Records Act (ORA), codified at Tenn. Code Ann. § 10-7-503 et seq ., grants Tennessee citizens the right to inspect public records.

Receipt of an Open Records Act Request

If you or your department receives an ORA request, please immediately contact the Office of the General Counsel. Please remember Time is of the Essence when responding to the request. The University is legally required to provide a timely response (seven days) to the request.

Copy Fees Associated with Open Records Act Requests

The ORA allows records custodians to charge fees to supply copies of public records. Under the ORA, the General Assembly created the Office of Open Records Counsel (OORC) and directed the OORC to develop a schedule of charges that may be used as a guideline to charge Tennessee citizens who request copies of public records. These guidelines create a safe harbor for institutions and records custodians who adhere to the policies and guidelines established by the OORC. The Tennessee Board of Regents promulgated policy #4:07:10:00 , Charges for Producing Copies of Public Records, incorporating the OORC guidelines as they may be from time to time amended. Tennessee State University (TSU) has adopted this policy – Inspection and Copying Public Records (6.20) and the OORC guidelines.

If you have any questions regarding the ORA or requests submitted to you or your office for records, please contact the Office of the General Counsel:

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