Questions at Issue
How did UT get where it is today? Where's it headed in the future? President Jan Simek gives his take on the university he's served for 25 years.
The Best UT Has Ever Been
Visionary state leadership, the best-ever faculty and students, and a high-profile partnership with Oak Ridge National Laboratory generate new energy.
UT’s Kraken: Simply the Best
The world's fastest university-managed supercomputer unravels questions of the Universe
Promise the Moon
"The moon has the potential to be, essentially, a gas station in the sky" -- Larry Taylor, UT Knoxville Distinguished Professor
Get Ready and Hold On
If you stand atop Fish Gap Hill, a peaceful scene spreads before you, but beneath the surface lies the potential to change all that.
Bliss of the Spider Woman: Rosemary Gillespie
Staring at the spider through the glowing light of her headlamp, Rosemary Gillespie (Knoxville '86) could hardly believe her eyes.
We’ve Got the Power
UT's new supercomputer is one of the world's fastest after just a few months in operation. In June, UT's Kraken ranked 57th in the "Top500" list.
Ancient Bronzes, A Farm of the Future, and a Couple Updates
Objects from long ago and far away promise a tantalizing museum experience this summer at UT Knoxville.
You Can Do It
The majority of students can succeed at math and science. "They just need to be taught how," says Dr. Saundra McGuire.
Mentoring Makes a Better World
Ann Draughon says the most important thing she has done is prepare women and minorities for careers in food microbiology.
The Pleasure is All Mine
Research scientist Jonathan Balcombe posits in his book Pleasurable Kingdom that humans aren't the only animals capable of feeling pleasure.
Computing Among the Clouds
The computing cloud is the brainchild of Mark Dean (Knoxville ’79), an IBM fellow and vice-president .
From Clouds Comes Rain — and More
The cloud formations above East Tennessee’s Great Smoky Mountains and the moving water below are, in fact, closely linked.
Leadership Changes, Forensic Anthropology, and Sour Grapes
Jan Simek steps in as interim Chancellor, forensic science on display, and UT's efforts to put Tennessee wine on the map.
UT Goes to China
Educating students to succeed in the global workplace isn't just a lofty slogan. Today it's a necessity.
Ayers, Mears, and Geier
Richmond taps Ayers as president, Mears dies in Knoxville, Rita Geier joins university
Fill’er Up with Grassoline
Tennessee business people, farmers, scientists, and political leaders have a shared vision of a statewide economy powered by ethanol.
Fuels, Funds, and a Solved Mystery
UT is a leader in the development of alternative fuels, and Dr. Bill Bass has solved the mystery of "The Big Bopper."
Beast of Eden
Ask conservation ecologist Dr. Luke Dollar to name the place he felt farthest from the UT campus, and he'll likely cite Madagascar.
The Power of Education
When Luke Dollar discovered villagers had killed a foosa, he launched a poster campaign to "Save the fossa, save the harvest."
Meet the National Professor of the Year
Being national professor of the year is a momentous honor. But for Donna Boyd, the award has added significance.
What a Difference Their Generosity Makes
Investing your money can be about as serious as a heart attack. Unfortunately, not every investment is a wise one.
Lands for All Time
If you could look at mountains and seashores and think I saved that, wouldn't you nearly pop with pride? Paul Pritchard can say that.
