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Faculty Unite Against Avian Flu

To fight the latest outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza, faculty in veterinary medicine, animal science, wildlife management, epidemiology, virology, diagnostics, agricultural engineering, mathematical modeling and related fields created a new One Health Initiative working group in the spring.

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TLC Enhances the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum Experiences

Often called the Smithsonian of Country Music, the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum in Nashville is the world’s largest repository of country music artifacts.

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UT: Stronger than Ever

UT System President Randy Boyd delivered the 2025 State of the University, celebrating milestones, growth, and UT’s expanding impact statewide.

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Pioneering Research Excellence

The UT Knoxville Tickle College of Engineering received a $20 million U.S. Department of Energy grant for the IMPACT project.

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Expanding Business

UT Chattanooga officials broke ground on an 81,000-square-foot expansion to the Gary W. Rollins College of Business Fletcher Hall in March.

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Student Life Opportunities

UT Southern is enhancing student experiences with the establishment of two new unrestricted endowments dedicated to student life.

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Call Me MiSTER Donation

UTM's Call Me MiSTER program was presented with a $5,000 donation on behalf of the Crystal Renee Hayslett Foundation.

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Renovation Grand Opening

UTHSC’s Department of Audiology and Speech Pathology held a opening ceremony in October for its renovated space at the UT Conference Center in Knoxville.

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College Dean Selected

David White is the newly appointed dean of the UTIA Herbert College of Agriculture.

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New Legislators Attend Leaders Academy in Knoxville

The Naifeh Center for Effective Leadership and Howard Baker School for Public Policy and Public Affairs hosted newly elected legislators at the biannual Legislative Leaders Academy.

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“Find Your UT” Tour Inspires Students Across Tennessee

UT System President Randy Boyd concluded the 2024 "Find Your UT" tour, visiting 14 high schools to share opportunities available at the UT System's five campuses.

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Partnerships for a Stronger Tennessee

The Vol community united to support those impacted by Hurricane Helene, including fundraising and providing disaster veterinary services.

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McKnight Honored at White House Event

UTC Center for Wellbeing Director Megan McKnight, along with nearly 250 others, was honored at the White House for efforts to prevent drug overdoses.

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UTS Hosts Successful AgDay Event

UT Southern recently hosted its first Agriculture and Natural Resources Day, celebrating the region's rich agricultural and ecological landscape.

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UTM Enrollment Grows

UT Martin enrollment for the fall 2024 semester reached 7,507 students, the highest enrollment at the university since 2012.

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Audiology and Speech Pathology Celebrates Opening

The UTHSC Department of Audiology and Speech Pathology held a grand opening for its new state-of-the-art renovated space in the UT Conference Center.

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4-H Hall of Fame Contributions

UT Knoxville alumnus Ruth McQueen was inducted into the National 4-H Hall of Fame for her lifetime of contributions.

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MTAS Wraps up 75th Anniversary Celebration

The UT Municipal Technical Advisory Service (MTAS) held three events across the state to celebrate its 75th anniversary.

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UTORII Hires Researchers to lead Research Initiatives

UT-Oak Ridge Innovation Institute is ahead of schedule to hire 100 innovators, advancing joint research and innovation at UT and ORNL by 2030.

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FIFA Delegation Visits UT for World Cup 2026 Turf Research

FIFA delegates toured UT’s turf research facility, working with UTIA and Michigan State to create natural grass pitches for the 2026 World Cup.

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UTC senior wins Gold at Olympics

UTC’s Olivia Reeves wins gold in weightlifting at the Paris Olympics, breaking an Olympic record and making history for the U.S. and her university.

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UT Southern Unveils New Branding

UT Southern launched their refreshed Firehawks branding with new signage and artwork, fostering a stronger sense of community and school spirit.

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Lee, Mumpower visit UTM

Gov. Bill Lee and Comptroller Mumpower toured UT Martin, meeting with university leaders, deans, and students during their campus visit.