
Mural Campaign Expands to Cheatham County
Shearon Construction added an Everywhere You Look, UT mural to a preserved barn in Cheatham County, marking the campaign’s 70th Tennessee county.

UTK Celebrates Milestones
UT Knoxville opened a forensic lab, named its new business building for Randy Boyd and introduced Smokey XII to the Volunteer family.

UTC Builds Momentum
UTC’s Join the Momentum event showcased $460 million in campus investments and celebrated progress on the future Kennedy Health Sciences Building.

Investiture Marks Momentum, Future Vision
UT Southern celebrated Chancellor Melinda Arnold’s investiture, highlighting progress, student success, community engagement and a workforce-focused vision for the university’s future.

UTM Students Help Classmate
UT Martin helped Dyersburg High students refine an accessibility device so a middle school student who uses a wheelchair can throw a dodgeball.

$350 Million Building to Transform Medical Education
Tennessee approved $311 million for a new UT Health Science Center College of Medicine building to expand enrollment and strengthen the state’s health care workforce.

Attend Ag Day in October
UT Ag Day returns Oct. 2 with exhibits, a petting area, UT Gardens activities and an evening dinner honoring outstanding agricultural leaders.

IPS Studies Drones as First Responders
Cities and counties across Tennessee are exploring how unmanned aircraft systems can strengthen police, fire and emergency management operations.

UT System Highlights Growth, Workforce Impact and 2030 Vision
President Randy Boyd’s 2026 address highlighted UT momentum in student success, research and workforce development and introduced a strategic plan through 2030.

Jenny Boyd Theater Dedicated
UT Knoxville dedicated the new 300-seat Jenny Boyd Theatre, funded by the Boyd family, on the former Carousel Theatre site.

RAIL Assists Schools
UTC’s RAIL System gives rural districts free access to student assessment tools, saving $22,000 and strengthening developmental, learning and behavioral evaluations.

UT Southern Connects Academics, Workforce
Chancellor Melinda Arnold met employers across Southern Middle Tennessee to align academic programs with workforce needs, internships, training and long-term partnerships.

Gibson County Partnership Announced
A new partnership with UT Martin and TCAT Jackson expands dual enrollment, helping Gibson County students earn college credits and career-focused options.

State Awards $7.4 Million in Rural Health Grants
Commissioner John Dunn visited UTHSC to present rural health grants and spotlight major TDH initiatives expanding care and access statewide.

Milan No-Till Field Day Returns
Milan No-Till returns July 23 for its 34th year, highlighting no-till conservation and precision agriculture at UT AgResearch in Milan.

Tennessee Chamber, Center for Industrial Services Forge Training Partnership
Fifty employees from 26 Tennessee departments graduated from the Naifeh Center’s Administrative Professionals Academy during a ceremony at the Tennessee State Library and Archives.

UT System Announces Record Enrollment Numbers
University of Tennessee System achieved record enrollment growth in 2025, with higher retention, increased degrees awarded, and sustained momentum toward its 2030 student success goals.

UTK Alumni Generosity
UT Knoxville advanced student success through major philanthropy, a new nursing facility, and innovative residence halls expanding academic, healthcare and campus life opportunities.

UTC Installs University’s 19th Leader
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga formally installed Chancellor Lori Mann Bruce, marking a historic leadership milestone and celebrating tradition, community, and the university’s future direction.

Firehawk Spirit Takes Flight with Flame
University of Tennessee Southern unveiled Flame, its new Firehawk mascot, bringing bold school spirit, energy, and pride to athletic events and campus life.

UTM Begins 125th Anniversary Celebration
UT Martin launched its 125th anniversary celebration with a formal campus ceremony honoring its history, leadership, and lasting impact in West Tennessee.

Fourth Annual Family Campaign Reaches Goal
The 2025 UT Health Science Center Family Campaign exceeded its donor goal, building a stronger culture of giving to support a healthier Tennessee.

UTIA Works to Improve Cotton Production, Yield
UT Institute of Agriculture researchers study how soil microbes affect cotton growth and yields across diverse climates, regions, and farming practices nationwide.