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.
Tennessee Chamber, CIS Forge Training Partnership
The Tennessee Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the UT Center for Industrial Services (CIS) are joining forces to provide affordable training opportunities to help Tennessee manufacturers achieve their desired goals.
Everywhere You Look, UT Hits Milestone
The Everywhere You Look, UT mural campaign, which is painting its way across Tennessee, reached a milestone this summer of 70 murals now complete in 64 counties.
Renowned Faculty and Research
Researchers in the Tickle College of Engineering are using artificial intelligence and machine learning to provide treatment plans to breast cancer patients more quickly by analyzing pathology reports and other clinical records to determine how much breast cancer is in the body. Breast cancer is the second most common cancer in Tennessee and the second most common cancer among women in the United States.
Biologists Recognized for Aquatic Research
Two UTC biology, geology and environmental science faculty members were recognized for outstanding research in aquatic ecosystems.
Career Development Launches Flight Path Studio
UT Southern’s new Flight Path Studio offers students free professional attire to build confidence and prepare for interviews, internships and career opportunities.
UTM Wins National Community Bank Competition
Five College of Business and Global Affairs students became the third UT Martin team in eight years to win a title by finishing first in the 11th national 2025 Conference of State Bank Supervisors Community Bank Case Study Competition.
Sight Restored to 20 During Cataract-A-Thon
The eighth annual Cataract-A-Thon was held at Hamilton Eye Institute in June. Volunteer medical teams performed $60,000 worth of free cataract surgeries for 20 people who lacked the insurance or financial means to receive care.
Experts Share Flood Recovery Research
UT Extension experts share hurricane flood recovery research to help Tennessee farmers restore farmland and protect against future damage.
TLC Trains Erlanger Staff
TLC provided a two-day Foundations of Medical Interpretation training to bilingual staff at Erlanger Hospital in Chattanooga.
Research Foundation Ranks Among Top For Patents
The UT Research Foundation earned the No. 71 spot on the Top 100 U.S. Universities Granted Utility Patents in 2024 list published by the National Academy of Inventors.
UTK Student Excellence
Three UT Knoxville students were awarded Goldwater Scholarships—the most prestigious national undergraduate scholarship of its kind—for the 2025-26 academic year.
MobileMOC Launches
UTC is expanding its reach by partnering with the Southeast Tennessee Area Agency on Aging and Disability (SETAAAD) to bring evidence-based programs to senior centers in Bledsoe, Bradley, Grundy, Hamilton, Marion, McMinn, Meigs, Polk, Rhea and Sequatchie counties.
Landmark Turns 20
For two decades, the Martin Movie Theater at UT Southern has served as more than just a place to watch films—it’s been a cornerstone of campus life and a cultural anchor for the Pulaski community.
UT Trustees Approve UTM Strategic Plan
The new UT Martin strategic plan, approved by the UT Board of Trustees at its winter meeting, highlights the university’s commitment to innovative learning opportunities, strengthening industry partnerships and supporting economic development in West Tennessee and othzer areas.
UTHSC Earns R1 Status
UT Health Science Center has earned the prestigious R1 designation from the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.
