The University of Tennessee System
Skip to content
Our Tennessee

Our Tennessee

University of Tennessee System Magazine

  • Archive
  • About
  • COVID-19 Stories

Category: COVID-19 Stories

Essays and updates from the UT community impacted by the global COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic.

Have a story to share? Email ourtennessee@tennessee.edu.

COVID-19 Stories, Feature
A blonde UTC nursing student gives the Covid vaccine to a patient

Part of the Solution

Sometimes as many as 400 people came in a four-hour shift for a COVID-19 vaccine. UTC nursing students kept the syringes filled and spirits high. Continue reading Part of the Solution

COVID-19 Stories, Feature
Paula Temple in her studio surrounded by her art

Art Unfenced

When the COVID-19 pandemic shut down indoor galleries in France, Paula Temple took her talents to the streets and opened a sidewalk gallery.
Continue reading Art Unfenced

COVID-19 Stories, Feature
Jennifer and Brian Winbigler

A Better Place

Jennifer and Brian Winbigler hope their efforts create not only a brighter future for their children, but also the rest of the world. Continue reading A Better Place

COVID-19 Stories, Feature
Ben Neale and his cattle

The Light on the Hill

Tennessee beef producers see sales rise. Continue reading The Light on the Hill

COVID-19 Stories, The Last Word
Peter Tsai

N95 and 35 Years of Experience

When Peter Tsai was told he should win the Nobel Prize, he laughed. Continue reading N95 and 35 Years of Experience

Association News, COVID-19 Stories

Assisting in a Crisis

Alumni and donors give to help students impacted by COVID-19. Continue reading Assisting in a Crisis

Association News, COVID-19 Stories
A student in an outdoor classroom seated on blankets in the shade raises her hand

Back to School

In this historical moment, education continues, albeit a little differently. Continue reading Back to School

Association News, COVID-19 Stories
balloons

Welcome to the UT Family

How UT’s campuses and academic program prepared five Class of 2020 graduates. Continue reading Welcome to the UT Family

COVID-19 Stories

From Africa: Alumna Evacuated from Namibia

For Peace Corps volunteers like Alex Cleveland, readjusting to life in your “home” country is usually difficult. Moving back in the middle of a global pandemic amplifies that experience. Continue reading From Africa: Alumna Evacuated from Namibia

COVID-19 Stories
Emmie Dickman wearing her stole with an orange Power T mark

Imagining a Different Future

A student reflects on changes brought by COVID-19. Continue reading Imagining a Different Future

COVID-19 Stories
Street art in Catania Italy shows the Mona Lisa wearing a face mask

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. Continue reading Out of the Ashes

COVID-19 Stories
Connor Mitchell in Spain

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. Continue reading Leaving for Texas: Fulbright Fellow Returns to U.S

About

Our Tennessee is the magazine for all alumni of all University of Tennessee campuses and institutes, published three times annually.

About us →

Contact Us

Our Tennessee
505 Summer Place
UT Tower 1248C
Knoxville, TN 37902
865-974-5179
ourtennessee@tennessee.edu

Advertise with us →

Browse Archive

  • Issues
  • Features
  • 100 Distinguished Alumni
  • The Scene
  • The Last Word

Social

  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Twitter
  • YouTube
© 2023 The University of Tennessee, all rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without permission is prohibited.
Privacy Notice