Every Frontier Needs a Pioneer

Since 1794, Tusculum University has equipped students to step into new frontiers with purpose, community, and faith. From our earliest days on the Appalachian frontier to the evolving world our graduates enter today, we have remained true to our mission: to provide an education that prepares students for meaningful lives and impactful careers. Though the frontiers have changed over 230 years, our commitment has not.

Today, nearly sixty percent of Tusculum students are the first in their families to attend college. Their courage, discipline, and hope embody the spirit of Tusculum’s founders, young people stepping boldly into new territory for themselves and for generations to come.

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Tusculum University is celebrating the legacy of Marion Edens, a distinguished former staff member, with a proposed endowed scholarship that aims to continue his impact on students for generations to come.

During the 2025 Homecoming Alumni Meeting, Jim Owen ’60 and Richard Winant ’69 reflected on the lasting influence of Marion Edens at Tusculum, sharing personal stories that illustrated his deep commitment to students and athletics. Their remarks emphasized the profound impact Edens had on generations of Pioneers through his leadership, mentorship, and service to the university.

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One of the most joyful traditions during Tusculum University’s Homecoming is the gathering of alumni for class pictures, a cherished moment that captures the Pioneer spirit across generations.

Throughout the weekend, graduates reunited on campus to reconnect with friends, reminisce about their college days, and celebrate the bond that time never fades. Between laughter, hugs, and stories of years gone by, alumni came together to pose for photos that will be treasured reminders of their shared Tusculum experience.

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