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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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Dr. Elizabeth Brown
Associate Professor & Interim Department Chair
Public Health, Health Administration & Health Sciences
Avon Williams Campus, 4th floor, Suite D-420
ebrown2@tnstate.edu
(615)-963-7380

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Dr. Charles Brown
Associate Professor
Avon Williams Campus, Suite D-407
cbrown67@tnstate.edu
(615) 963-7332

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Dr. Jemal Gishe
Associate Professor
Avon Williams Campus, D - 405
jgishe@tnstate.edu
615. 963.7046

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Dr. Alexis Heaston
Assistant Professor
Avon Williams Campus D-416
aheaston@tnstate.edu
(615) 963-7217

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Wendelyn Inman

Dr. Wendelyn Inman
MPH Interim Director & Associate Professor
Avon Williams Campus Suite D-409
winman@tnstate.edu
(615) 963-7328

Owen Johnson

Dr. Owen Johnson
Professor
Avon Williams Campus D-401
ojohnson@tnstate.edu
(615) 963-7024

Mohamed Kanu

Dr. Mohamed Kanu
Professor
Avon Williams Campus D-415
mkanu@tnstate.edu
(615) 963-7326

Kushal Patel

Dr. Kushal Patel
Professor
Avon Williams Campus D-411
kpatel1@tnstate.edu
(615) 963-7093
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Dr. Francis Pleban
Associate Professor
Avon Williams Campus D-413
fpleban@tnstate.edu
(615) 963-7330


	Dr. Miranda Sanford-Terry, PhD Associate Professor Avon Williams Campus, Suite D-406 msterry@tnstate.edu 615.963.7367

	Dr. Elizabeth Williams Professor and Interim Dean College of Public Service Avon Williams Campus ewilli18@tnstate.edu (615) 963-7222 Cervical Cancer - listen now!
	Ms. Brittney Graham, MS ADJUNCT Faculty Public Health, Health Administration & Health Sciences Avon Williams Campus, Suite D- 410 bgraham5@tnstate.edu 615.963.7367
	Ms. Tonya McKennley, MSPH Epidemiologist ADJUNCT Faculty Public Health, Health Administration & Health Sciences Avon Williams Campus, Suite D - 410 tmckennl@tnstate.edu 615.963.7367
	Dr. Tokesha L. Warner, Ed.D., M.H.A. ADJUNCT, Associate Professor Public Health, Health Administration & Health Sciences Avon Williams Campus, Suite D - 410 twarner3@tnstate.edu 615.963.7367

Staff

Clara Tharpe

Ms. Clara Tharpe
Sr. Administrative Assistant
Avon Williams Campus, Suite D-419
ctharpe@tnstate.edu
(615) 963-7367

Emeritus Faculty

Dr. Rosemary Theriot, Professor & Department Chair (Retired)

Dr. Revlon Briggs, Associate Professor (Retired)

Mrs. Wanda Burrell, Assistant Professor (Deceased)