
Haslam Family Makes $40 Million Gift
A $40 million gift to the Haslam College of Business aims to elevate its national reputation and mission of developing future leaders.

Record Enrollment Set
The UT Board of Trustees celebrated new enrollment records during its annual fall meeting.

Alumni, University Supports Students
Notable alumni and supporters made sure students felt the Volunteer spirit through VFL Class Crash, a series of surprise, online class drop-ins.

A New Generation of Leadership
Donde Plowman was officially recognized as UT Knoxville’s ninth chancellor in an investiture ceremony in November 2019.

T-Shirt Story Goes Viral
This fall, the internet went wild over the story of a Florida fourth grader who created his own UT design for college colors day.

Ninth Chancellor Appointed
Donde Plowman has returned to UT Knoxville to serve as the campus’ ninth chancellor.

UT’s Economic Impact Tops $9 Billion
The University of Tennessee announced an estimated economic impact of $9.094 billion across the state for fiscal year 2017.

Record Year for Research
UT Knoxville researchers set a record for fiscal year 2018.

First-Generation Students Honored
On Nov. 8, the Knoxville campus joined in the celebration of National First-Generation College Student Day.

Earhart Findings Obtain Widespread Media Attention
A UT researcher’s conclusion about remains found on a remote South Pacific island made headlines around the world this spring.

Veterans Resource Center Opens
The new center provides student veterans with a place to study, socialize and find access to various campus services.

Campus Kicks Off $1.1 Billion Campaign
UT Knoxville launched its $1.1 billion Join the Journey campaign with a kickoff celebration on Sept. 22.

Vols Break World Record
Thanks to the participation of 4,223 volunteers, UT Knoxville set the Guinness World Record title for the largest human letter on March 29.

Chancellor Davenport Takes Over
Beverly Davenport took office Feb. 15 as the eighth chancellor of UT Knoxville.

Tickle Engineering Named
The Tickle College of Engineering is the second college in the Knoxville campus’s 222-year history to be named for an alumnus and benefactor.