Caring for Carers
Funded by a $1.3M Pat Summitt Foundation award, UT Extension’s Pat’s Gameplan for Caregivers supports Alzheimer’s and dementia caregivers 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.
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.
2025 Alumni Award Winners
Each year, the campuses within the University of Tennessee System honor alumni whose achievements, service and leadership reflect the spirit of UT and bring distinction to their alma mater.
Leading the Team
Stephanie Simpson believes being an alumni volunteer is more than a title. It’s a mindset. As she steps on the court as UT Alumni Association Board of Governors president on July 1, she’s challenging fellow alumni to suit up, step in and get involved.
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.
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.
Help on the Farm
In May, cars line Ooltewah Georgetown Road, all headed to the Smith farm for fresh-picked strawberries straight from the field.
Enabling Growth With Record Gifts
UT received a record $400M+ in FY 2024, supporting students with new scholarships, research initiatives, and enhanced athletics facilities.
Leading Through Networking
The Ingram Scholars program provides an opportunity for exemplary UT Southern students to help their communities while networking with local leaders.
Mike Griffin Takes the Lead
Mike Griffin prepares to take on the role of president of the UT Alumni Association.
Women Philanthropists Award Grants
This year, the alliance has approved five projects for a total of $40,854 in support for the 2024-2025 Giving Circle Grant cycle.
Growing for Tennessee
Growth is about impact—harnessing the power of education, research and outreach to address our state’s most pressing challenges.
UTS Seniors Leave Lasting Legacy
On graduation day at UT Southern, 56 seniors donned red and orange cords showing they participated in the Senior Giving Program.
RISE Campaign Surpasses Goal
The RISE fundraising campaign surpassed its goal of $175 million weeks before its planned June 30 end date.
Leading the Call to Legislative Action
By becoming involved in legislative advocacy, UT alumni support their alma mater’s interests.
OVC honors Haddad
Mahmoud Haddad was recognized by the Ohio Valley Conference as the recipient of the Outstanding Faculty Commitment to Student Success Award.
‘Series of Serendipitous Moments’
From her days as a first-generation college student at UT Martin to her current role on the front line of cancer drug research at one of the world’s largest pharmaceutical companies, Renee Bailey Iacona’s journey can only be described as a series of serendipitous moments.
Funding the Future, Contributing to Communities
Thanks to the generosity of alumni and donors, the University of Tennessee transforms dollars into opportunities for its researchers and students.
UTS Welcomes Teacher Conference on Children’s Literature
UT Southern hosted a conference on Children’s Literacy: Igniting the Love for Literacy with more than 150 attendees in February.
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.
