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The Great Pause

2020 isn’t the first time the University of Tennessee entered into a pause.

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Alumni Association

Alliance of Women Philanthropists Funds Grants Across the UT System

The 2020 grant recipients represent innovations in learning and community partnerships that support the health of Tennesseans young, old and furry.

The Tennessee Capitol building
Alumni Association

Finding Their Passion for Politics

UT student interns get first-hand lessons on the legislative process and the dynamics of politics.

Veterinarians in surgery scrubs and face masks
News and Updates

UTIA to Lead UT System One Health Initiative

The One Health Initiative focuses on research collaborations to address animal and environmental health issues that also may have implications for human populations.

A nursing student takes a man’s blood pressue at a drop-in clinic
News and Updates

UTHSC Marks ‘Year of the Nurse’

2020 has been designated as the International Year of the Nurse and Midwife by the World Health Organization.

Keith Carver and Athletic officials guide Bettye Giles to center court to present her with an award.
News and Updates

Giles Inducted Into Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame

UT Martin's first and only director of women’s athletics was announced as a 2020 inductee into the Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame.

Kaylin Underwood
News and Updates

Allergy App Wins Competition

Senior Kaylin Underwood is developing an app that automatically scans grocery items and tells shoppers whether the item contains an ingredient that could trigger a food allergy.

Donde Plowman speaks at a podium flanked by UT officials in academic regalia
News and Updates

A New Generation of Leadership

Donde Plowman was officially recognized as UT Knoxville’s ninth chancellor in an investiture ceremony in November 2019.

IPS leaders gather with graduates of the Tennessee Certified Public Manager program.
News and Updates

Government Employees Earn Certified Public Manager Designation

In just its second year, the Tennessee CPM program had 25 participants.

Ashton Braddock and Randy Boyd
News and Updates

Boyd Announces UT Promise Mentor Recruitment

UT President Randy Boyd announced UT Promise scholarship students will be paired with mentors who help guide students through the transition to university life and beyond. Boyd was the first to sign up as a UT Promise mentor.

Keith Carver unveils an oversize Skyhawk logo on the UT Martin basketball court
Alumni Association

Snapshots: Spring 2020

University of Tennessee alumni and students around the state.

Street art in Catania Italy shows the Mona Lisa wearing a face mask
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Out of the Ashes

Aubrey Toldi had a unique experience of the COVID-19 pandemic – having witnessed the initial responses in two of the most impacted countries and cultures.

Connor Mitchell in Spain
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Leaving for Texas: Fulbright Fellow Returns to U.S

UT alum Connor Mitchell tells about his abrupt return to the U.S. from Spain during the coronavirus pandemic.

Karen Holst, Christoper Almanza, and Bob Kronick gather in a Pond Gap classroom
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Second Shift

University-Assisted Community Schools change lives and education.

Altha Stewart
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A Heart for Home

Altha Stewart works to help youth in Bluff City.

Abby Murphy points her left toe, instructing a row of dance students behind her
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Staying ‘En Pointe’

Arts programs, including dance, are known to increase attendance rates and test scores, encourage critical thinking and boost creative writing skills—and for good reason.

Jennifer Richards
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A Beacon for Youth Education

Jennifer Richards always wanted to teach. Through her work developing 4-H curricula, she has reached thousands in Tennessee and across the nation.

Katie Baker Picciuto
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Award Winner

Nationally recognized teacher Katie Picciuto praises her UTC career preparation.

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The State of Education

How does Tennessee compare to other states (or the nation as a whole) when it comes to K-12 education?

teacher materials, colored pencils, golden delicious apple and a globe
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From Strength to Strength

UT System hosts teacher preparation convening.

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Minding the Gap

CIS works to recruit for manufacturing jobs.

Colleen Ryan works with a student
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“A-ha!”

The classroom experience is eye opening for future teachers.

Krissy DeAlejandro
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Changing a State One Student at a Time

Krissy DeAlejandro leads tnAchieves.