
City Council Member Earns UTC Degree
Ten years and two Chattanooga City Council elections after she enrolled, Demetrus Coonrod graduated from the UT Chattanooga.

First Commencement Celebrated
On May 7, 155 students became the first UT Southern graduates.

TEST Hub Approved
The Tennessee General Assembly approved $18 million in a budget appropriations amendment to completely fund UT Martin’s proposed Tennessee Entrepreneurial Science and Technology (TEST) Hub.

Extending Dental Care
The College of Dentistry at UTHSC, with assistance from UT Knoxville, held its first dental education course in East Tennessee.

Ford Partners with UTIA on Lone Oaks Farm
Ford Motor Company and UTIA announced a historic agreement that will propel economic development, education and conservation throughout the Mid-South.

Institute Strengthens Leadership Skills of State Employees
The Naifeh Center for Effective Leadership with the Tennessee Department of Human Resources create their newest program, the Tennessee Government Professionals Institute (TGPI).

Staying Connected
CIS Partners with UT Tickle College of Engineering, Chattanooga Company to improve internet access.

Advancing The Nation
UT Knoxville has risen as a leader in advanced manufacturing research with efforts focused on national security and economic development.

Quests For Discovery
UT Alumni respond to request about their own quests for discovery.

Expedition of Adventure
Traveling with the UTAA tours and travel program creates a sense of connection with UT while exploring the world.

Mural Campaign Expands
Throughout November and December 2021, “Everywhere you look, UT” mural campaign has expanded its reach with the addition of five new murals across southern middle and northeastern Tennessee.

Points of Pride
Nine new monuments dedicated to UTK’s National Pan-Hellenic Council now have a permanent location along Johnson-Ward Pedestrian Walkway.










