Fall 2015

portrait of Dr. Ed Boling
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Boling Remembered

Dr. Ed Boling, who died June 18 at age 93, was remembered and honored at the annual meeting of the UT Board of Trustees.

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Top Researcher

The new Student Union project is the largest single construction project in UT Knoxville campus history.

Dr. Robert Smith greets members of the UT Martin community
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Leadership Transition

Dr. Robert Smith has returned to UT Martin as interim chancellor.

Exterior of the UTC Library
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Strategic Planning

Engaging students. Inspiring change. Enriching community. These six words form the foundation of UT Chattanooga’s new strategic plan.

Methodist UT Hospital signage
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Partnership Symbol

The bright orange UT icon adorning the main entrance of the now renamed Methodist UT Hospital, symbolizes an important partnership in West Tennessee.

aerial view of Lone Oaks farm
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New 4-H Camp

The stunning 1,200 acres of woods, pastures, lakes and farmland will soon host 4-H campers and people of all ages looking for a great place to gather and learn.

group of graduates in caps and gowns
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Interns Graduate

Photo (above) 2015 graduates of the Master of Public Policy and Administration program at UT Knoxville are, from left, Brian Moran, John David Clark, Urisa Rêvé Smith, Madeline Shelly, Helena ... Read more

Todd Shelton pictured in his factory
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Designer & Manufacturer

Todd Shelton builds a menswear business

Randall Crowell pictured on his farm in UT orange tshirt, holding a baseball and glove.
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Engineer, Farmer & Pitcher

Randall Crowell still throws foes for a curve

modern rustic, interior livingroom with wood beams, hanging lights and leather furniture
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Creating a Modern Farmhouse

UT architects’ utilitarian design blends into the landscape

Katie McNabb (Knoxville ’14), standing, hosted a gathering to welcome a newlywed couple to their first home in Friendsville, Tennessee.
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Welcome to Your New Home

A new home is a good cause for celebration. A recent graduate of UT Knoxville’s retail, tourism management and hospitality program shows how to host a housewarming party or any kind of gathering you are planning this fall.

Group of five alumni stand in front of Kennedy Space Center
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Next Space Age

UT alumni help NASA plan for the future of space exploration.

S.K. and Shashi Airee pictured in garden
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Fifty Years in Martin

Chemistry professor S.K. Airee and family dedicated to UT

Tyler and Emily Forrest
Alumni Association

You’re Already Linked with 362,000 UT Alumni

The UTAA is adding two new free tools to its suite of career services.

four white people
Alumni Association

Alumni Association News: Fall 2015

Meet the 2015-16 Officers of the University of Tennessee Alumni Association

CVM class of 2015 in front of The Rock, painted with Smokey, a horsehow and the state Tri-Star symbol
Alumni Association

Alumni in Photos: Fall 2015

Almuni from all UT campuses and institutes pictured all around the country

Elizabeth Davis seated at outdoor party table
The Last Word

Finding a Home

The last time I left UT and Knoxville—graduation nearly 20 years ago—I had no idea I would be back on campus for anything other than an occasional visit or football game. But now, all told, I have spent most of the last two decades writing about UT in some way or another.