City Council Member Earns UTC Degree
Ten years and two Chattanooga City Council elections after she enrolled, Demetrus Coonrod graduated from the UT Chattanooga.
First Commencement Celebrated
On May 7, 155 students became the first UT Southern graduates.
TEST Hub Approved
The Tennessee General Assembly approved $18 million in a budget appropriations amendment to completely fund UT Martin’s proposed Tennessee Entrepreneurial Science and Technology (TEST) Hub.
Extending Dental Care
The College of Dentistry at UTHSC, with assistance from UT Knoxville, held its first dental education course in East Tennessee.
Ford Partners with UTIA on Lone Oaks Farm
Ford Motor Company and UTIA announced a historic agreement that will propel economic development, education and conservation throughout the Mid-South.
Institute Strengthens Leadership Skills of State Employees
The Naifeh Center for Effective Leadership with the Tennessee Department of Human Resources create their newest program, the Tennessee Government Professionals Institute (TGPI).
Mural Campaign Expands
Throughout November and December 2021, “Everywhere you look, UT” mural campaign has expanded its reach with the addition of five new murals across southern middle and northeastern Tennessee.
Points of Pride
Nine new monuments dedicated to UTK’s National Pan-Hellenic Council now have a permanent location along Johnson-Ward Pedestrian Walkway.
West Speaks at UTC
Headlining MLK Day 2022 at UT Chattanooga, West, the commentator with opinions on race, social justice and activism, spent 90 minutes speaking and answering questions from students at UTC and Chattanooga-based schools.
UTS and Boys and Girls Club: An Enduring Partnership
UT Southern continues to partner with and support the Boys and Girls Club of Pulaski.
Students Work Super Bowl and NHL All-Star Game
The ninth cohort of UT Martin students to attend and work at a Super Bowl traveled Feb. 13 to Los Angeles to experience Super Bowl LVI.
Welcome, Dr. Buckley!
Peter F. Buckley began his tenure as the 11th chancellor of the University of Tennessee Health Science Center in February.
Large Animal Hospital Named
The UT College of Veterinary Medicine (UTCVM) Large Animal Hospital has been named in honor of long-time benefactors Charles and the late Julie Wharton.
TLC Provides Translation for Parthenon Visitors
Parthenon officials strive to make its audio tour accessible to all visitors.
“Everywhere you look, UT” Tour Highlights Statewide Impact
In August 2021, UT System President Randy Boyd embarked on a mission to celebrate UT’s involvement across the state.
Points of Pride
A record number of Vols began their semester at UT Knoxville, topping 31,000 students.
Remembrance, Reconciliation at the Walnut Street Bridge
UT Chattanooga was involved in the dedication of bronze sculptures honoring Ed Johnson, a Black man falsely accused of rape and lynched in 1906.
Students First
Admissions counselor Sharon Higgins helps first-generation students thrive.
$175 million Fundraising Campaign Announced
UT Martin kicked off its fourth and most ambitious capital campaign, RISE, in September 2021.
Dagogo-Jack Writes First Comprehensive Textbook on Prediabetes
After more than 25 years of research, UTHSC's chief Endocrinology, Metabolism and Diabetes has written the first comprehensive textbook on prediabetes.
UT Extension Program Credited for Saving Woman’s Life
Debra Ashton credits a fitness training class taught by UT Extension with giving her the ability to save her life.
IPS Celebrates 50 Years
The Institute for Public Service celebrated 50 years of history in August at its annual conference.
A Servant Leader Passes the Baton
After 27 years of service to UTIA, Senior Vice President and Senior Vice Chancellor Tim Cross retires.
