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A Black woman seated in front of a microscope smiles confidently in her research lab

Making Space

A UTC professor buzzes with ways of expanding diversity in the field of ecology. Continue reading Making Space

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The Garcia sisters

Three Sisters

Three first-generation Latinas at UT Knoxville have undergone similar journeys into a field in which few women go. Also, they’re sisters. Continue reading Three Sisters

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Opening Doors

Difficult conversations open the door to friendship for IPS coworkers. Continue reading Opening Doors

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Ben Kredich plays an electric guitar in his bedroom

Dignity of Risk

UT FUTURE students take steps towards the unknown as they navigate through college and independence. Continue reading Dignity of Risk

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Dameon Berry's wife and kids gather on their ranch

Serving Those Who Have Served Us

UT Extension’s AgrAbility program helps veterans who choose to farm and as well as farmers who continue farming after debilitating injuries. Continue reading Serving Those Who Have Served Us

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A Black woman in a white coat walks confidentally through the Memphis Medical District

Reflective of the Population

For Jasmine Jefferson, a mentoring program tipped the scales in favor of a career in medicine. Continue reading Reflective of the Population

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Nancy Sanchez

Conserja. Apoyadora. Amiga.

As an admissions coordinator, Nancy Sanchez provides the support and encouragement she wishes she received. Continue reading Conserja. Apoyadora. Amiga.

By the Numbers

UT by the Numbers

UT System had a record 52,559 students enroll this fall. Continue reading UT by the Numbers

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Two Pennies and a Pledge

One UT alumnus made a promise to himself when as a college student he had two cents to last two weeks. Now he has a challenge for UT graduates. Continue reading Two Pennies and a Pledge

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Chad Goldman pictured near the Cumberland river in Nashville

Calling for Philanthropy

Chad Goldman wants to help others find acceptance.  Continue reading Calling for Philanthropy

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Maroulas Vasileios in his office at the University of Tennessee

A 1 Percent Idea

A mathematics professor works with Army research laboratory. Continue reading A 1 Percent Idea

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Kristina Lim and Mounica Konjeti prepare food in a professional kitchen

A Recipe for Health

Culinary medicine class prepares doctors with kitchen skills. Continue reading A Recipe for Health

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Ben Neale and his cattle

The Light on the Hill

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

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Billy Weeks and Marielle Echavez

Chattanooga’s Rising Rock

Even before she came to college, Marielle Echavez enjoyed making videos. One class at UTC changed her career plans. Continue reading Chattanooga’s Rising Rock

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Young ag entrepreneurs with their patent

Finding a Better Way

A class at UT Martin leads to a patent. Continue reading Finding a Better Way

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fire trucks

Responding to the Call

MTAS leads an innovative approach for fire departments. Continue reading Responding to the Call

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Colleen Jonsson

A Matter of When

UTHSC researcher Colleen Jonsson takes on viruses, including COVID-19. Continue reading A Matter of When

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Two Asian elephants in a middle Tennessee outdoor habitat

All Creatures Great and Small

UT alumnus “Doc” Steven Scott cares for them all. Continue reading All Creatures Great and Small

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a partially submerged mako shark gets tagged off the edge of a researcher's boat

Hooked

UT Martin alumna Kesley Gibson studies shortfin makos. Continue reading Hooked

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Jill Mikucki, associate professor of microbiology, meets a helicopter at her research site in Antarctica.

To The Extreme

Across the globe, UT Knoxville scientists seek answers. Continue reading To The Extreme

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To Save a Life

MTAS looks at staffing needs for new animal shelter. Continue reading To Save a Life

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