Tennessee State University - Tennessean Yearbook (Nashville, TN)

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THE COMMUNITY Nashville is the state capital and the second largest city in Tennessee. Nearly 500,000 people make their home in this thriving center of government, business, industry and education. Known around the world as ttMusic City USA? it is the nationts country music industry. The entertainment and cultural scene, however, does not stop there. A performing arts center hosts Broadway plays, community theatre, professional dance, films, the Nashville Symphony and a variety of vocal and instrumental musicians. There are night spots and restaurants which cater to a variety ofcultural and ethnic tastes. Nashvillets 6,000 acres of public parks and recreational facilities allow for the pursuit of many sports and leisure activities. As the cityts only public, four-year institution, Tennessee State University occupies an important place in Nashville. Its Main Campus is located in a residential area of the city and affords residential students a neighborly, communal atmosphere. The Downtown Campus is located in the heart of downtown Nashville. The non-residential campus is within walking distance of the State Capitol and central business district. TSU students and graduates are widely involved in academic and employment activities throughout the city.