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Chattanooga’s Rising Rock
Even before she came to college, Marielle Echavez enjoyed making videos. One class at UTC changed her career plans.
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Welcome to the UT Family
How UT's campuses and academic program prepared five Class of 2020 graduates.
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Alumni, University Supports Students
Notable alumni and supporters made sure students felt the Volunteer spirit through VFL Class Crash, a series of surprise, online…
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Inducted into International Hall of Fame
UTC professor Lyn Miles has been selected as part of the inaugural group of 10 inductees into the international Interspecies…
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Animal Science Graduate Rebuilds Horse Skeleton
A 17-hand tall, fully articulated equine skeleton named Ron will be used as a teaching model in animal science courses.
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UTHSC Prepares COVID-19 Hospital
The 401-bed hospital is in the former Commercial Appeal building in the Memphis Medical District.
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UTIA Faculty Receive Recognition for Outstanding Service
Among our celebrated agriculture faculty are Susan Hamilton, David Kirkpatrick and Karen Armsey.
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Naifeh Center Program Moves Online for First Time
For the first time in the the Tennessee Government Management Institute's 20-year history, the program was all virtual this year.
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Six Faculty and Staff Recognized with 2020 President’s Awards
Award recipients champion research, diversity and inclusion and embody excellence throughout the UT System.