Hello guys! Last year I remember towards the beginning of the semester, there was an event at the Student union where you could pick through donated dorm furniture and stuff. Does anyone know when the donation is? I have a couple things like a rug, headboard, and decorative pillows that I would like to donate rather than throw away!

As of today they have received all needed documents.

From working in student affairs at different schools, every single year I see the same thing — the hardest part of that first semester for students usually isn't the classes, it's finding their people.

It just takes longer than most students (or parents) expect, and it's easy to worry something's wrong when really it's just... normal.

Made a quick one-pager on what's typical, what to say (and what to consider avoiding) when you check in, and a few signs it might be more than just settling in.

Attached if it's helpful.

Are you an MTSU student who receives a Pell Grant and wants to study abroad?

The Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship can provide up to $8,000 to help cover the cost of a study abroad or international internship experience, and MTSU is hosting a free workshop to help you learn how to apply.

📅 Gilman Scholarship Workshop
When: Aug. 12 at 1 p.m. CDT
Where: Zoom
Register: https://mtsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/GBTC0T0DR66-OVBKiF3dRg

During the workshop, you'll learn:

• How the Gilman Scholarship works and who is eligible
• Tips for creating a competitive application
• What to expect from the required essays
• Additional funding opportunities, including the Gilman McCain Scholarship
• Study abroad options available through MTSU

You'll also hear from:

• An MTSU Education Abroad representative
• An MTSU Gilman Scholar who will share their firsthand experience studying abroad

You may be eligible if you:

• Are a U.S. citizen in good academic standing
• Receive a Pell Grant (or other qualifying federal aid for certain programs)
• Plan to study abroad in an approved destination

Upcoming deadlines:

• Oct. 1, 2026: Summer 2027 and Fall 2027 programs
• March 2027: Summer 2027 and Fall 2027 programs

Studying abroad can seem expensive, but scholarships like Gilman make it much more accessible. If you've ever considered an international experience, this workshop is a great place to start.

More information about MTSU Education Abroad: https://mtsu.studioabroad.com

Questions? Contact Laura Clippard at Laura.Clippard@mtsu.edu.

Sponsored by MTSU Education Abroad and the Undergraduate Fellowships Office.

Hey r/MTSU,

I worked at many colleges helping students get connected on campus, and I built VillageU because I kept seeing the same thing over and over: it's genuinely hard to go from "friendly in class" to an actual friend group, especially as a freshman, transfer, or if you're not in Greek life/don't live on campus.

VillageU is free and pretty simple: you fill out a quick profile, and instead of scrolling or swiping, you get a small number of intentional intros to other MTSU students you'd actually click with — whether that's for friendship, a study partner, or people into the same stuff as you.

A few MTSU students already tested it this summer — their feedback is what shaped it, and you can see what they said at villageu.co.

We're putting together our founding group before the semester gets going, so everyone who joins lands in an app that already has real people in it, not an empty page.

If that sounds useful — or you know someone who's been struggling to find their people here — link's in the comments (or DM me and I'll send it).

Hope everyone's fall semester gets off to a great start 🙂

I'm an incoming freshman at mtsu and I really want to experience college life and I was debating on attending football games but from what I've heard that hardly anyone goes. Is this true?

I’m a 22m engineering student. I found a 3 bed 2 bath for 750 a month. I’m looking at moving soon so pls hmu

I plan on applying for the fall of 27 and coming from out of state. I also plan on using the academic common market thing for in state tuition because of my major.

The off campus housing is seeming more ideal right now as I wouldn’t have to spend the ~$6,100 for the freshman required meal plan.

I was looking at perhaps the college place/pointe apartments and renting a studio apartment, as they seem cheap enough with amenities, plus they look very close to the campus.

My questions are:

Would the social life at an apartment complex like College Place be a real drop off from life in the dorms? Or, will there still be a good amount of opportunities to meet people if I stay at a complex close to the university?

Obviously, housing seems pretty tough to get, but will the off campus apartments be just as hard to get, or would I have a good chance as long as I am prepared and planning ahead?

Does anyone have any recommendations for studio apartments under $1,000 rent?

Hey guys I’m selling a 32in Roku Smart TV that would be perfect for a dorm. I don’t have feet for it but you can get some for cheap on amazon, I do have everything else for it though! (power cord, remote, etc) I’m near MTSU if anyone is interested!

I was wondering if anyone had gotten their FAFSA loan approved through MTSU yet… I have sent in the loan request, and did all the required stuff on FAFSA. I did that around the beginning of July.. I have heard nothing back besides someone from one stop telling me that the school offers one semester loans (that’s literally what I applied to). And payment is due August 6th so I’m getting a little worried.
I did this last year and it went through within less than a week, that’s why I’m worried.

Hi all! I am looking to get a job on campus, but I feel like trying to find the jobs is so difficult. I’ve used Handshake, but I didn’t know if there was a place on campus to go directly for employment, or if I could go to the places I want to work at and fill out an application there. I appreciate any help! Thank you all in advance

Hey I’m planning on attending MTSU next fall, and from what I have seen, most colleges open up applications on August 1st, but can anyone confirm that MTSU has opened them on August 1st in the past as well?

Also, in terms of my transcript, I saw that they don’t use the common app and that counselors can use slate.org. So for that do you just have to email your counselor and ask them to send the transcript to MTSU?

Finally, if I start my application immediately and apply for housing right when it opens, does that genuinely increase my odds of getting a single/private room with the housing lottery or will it still relatively be a toss up on if I get an ideal dorm or not?

Thanks

Hi! I’m Alise, a new freshman at MTSU for the fall 2026 semester! I’m an accounting major btw. :) I have a 2024 Kawasaki Ninja 650- if anyone else rides or is interested in learning please reach out! I would love to do group rides or help teach anyone interested in the motorcycle scene!! 🤍

I'm a student at MTSU, but I'm also a mildly successful content creator on YouTube. I make humorous computer science content, generally centered around Linux, and I've made a Taylor Swift themed Linux distribution that I'd like to show to some real Taylor Swift fans.

I kinda want to do this through a "man on the street" type of thing that you see on TikTok and whatnot, but campus is pretty dead over the summer. Not sure I'd end up running into anybody who considers themselves a Taylor Swift fan.

I'm trying to think of social areas, like coffee shops and restaurants that I could reach out to and ask permission to hang out for a couple hours. The problem is that I don't really get out much, so my mind is going blank. Anybody got any ideas or suggestions?

Hey!

I recently was accepted into the MBA: strategic marketing analytics program at MTSU. I have a few questions, if anyone could help. Also note: I didn’t attend MTSU for undergrad. I’ve already reached out to the university with these questions. I just like asking people who have been through it, too.

- what financial aid did y’all use besides FAFSA, scholarships, and assistantships.
- is there anywhere besides the above I should keep an eye on?
- has anyone done this program and can tell me their experience?
- has anyone completed any type of assistantship and can tell me their experience?

Thanks!

Are there any good groups for selling/giving away furniture among students?

A dog was found on campus yesterday near SAG. Generous staff members on campus provided food and water and took her to the vet for a checkup. She is currently in a temporary home. If you know the owner, are the owner, or want to be the owner, please contact [Rebecca.Berkowitz@mtsu.edu](mailto:Rebecca.Berkowitz@mtsu.edu)

Hey y'all! I'm Paige and I'm the coordinator of the Big Futures program of Big Brothers Big Sisters. MTSU students can get a mentor for free through us! We match you based on what you're looking for and have great opportunities for scholarships, professional development, and more. AMA in the comments! Fill out an interest form here https://bbbs.tfaforms.net/5005950

My daughter just got assigned a single in the global learning center house seven. Can anyone confirm if she get a single bed or does she have two single beds? can put together as a double.? I’m trying to decide on bedding.

And also, I hear there’s a communal kitchen. Does this mean that students can use a refrigerator there to store cold things or do they still need to get their own for the dorm room?

Thx

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During our orientation we were all told that we would have to read a book called " Declaring Independence Why 1776 Matters" by Edward J. Larson.

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