UT Tackles Challenges
The UT System, with its statewide presence, people, expertise, resources and influence, is uniquely positioned to tackle grand challenges. Continue reading UT Tackles Challenges
Tag: UT Institute for Public Service
SMART Hosts Summit
Since moving to IPS, the Substance Misuse and Addiction Resource for Tennessee (SMART) Initiative has broadened in scope to engage with Tennessee in a manner consistent with the IPS agencies. Continue reading SMART Hosts Summit
Ah-Ha Moments
A CIS resource consultant had a light bulb turn on, or maybe off, when he realized the amount of energy efficient opportunities that could be implemented in food industry operations. Continue reading Ah-Ha Moments
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). Continue reading Institute Strengthens Leadership Skills of State Employees
TLC Provides Translation for Parthenon Visitors
Parthenon officials strive to make its audio tour accessible to all visitors. Continue reading TLC Provides Translation for Parthenon Visitors
IPS Celebrates 50 Years
The Institute for Public Service celebrated 50 years of history in August at its annual conference. Continue reading IPS Celebrates 50 Years
Bringing Broadband
CIS and the state Department of Economic Development partner to benefit rural counties. Continue reading Bringing Broadband
IPS Opens New Training Space in Nashville
IPS now has a new state-of-the-art training suite in Middle Tennessee. Continue reading IPS Opens New Training Space in Nashville
Opening Doors
Difficult conversations open the door to friendship for IPS coworkers. Continue reading Opening Doors
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. Continue reading Naifeh Center Program Moves Online for First Time
To Save a Life
MTAS looks at staffing needs for new animal shelter. Continue reading To Save a Life
Government Employees Earn Certified Public Manager Designation
In just its second year, the Tennessee CPM program had 25 participants. Continue reading Government Employees Earn Certified Public Manager Designation
Minding the Gap
CIS works to recruit for manufacturing jobs. Continue reading Minding the Gap
IPS Expands in Middle Tennessee
IPS added training space in Nashville to meet a growing demand. Continue reading IPS Expands in Middle Tennessee
Continuing His Service
Veteran helps veteran-owned businesses. Continue reading Continuing His Service
Center Hosts Forensic Invitational
On a crisp spring morning, 17 U.S. Army forensic science technicians closely studied seven crime scenes deep in the forest in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. Continue reading Center Hosts Forensic Invitational
LEIC Trains Campus Investigators
In 2016, Tennessee legislators approached the LEIC to expand their training on investigating domestic violence and sexual assault to help campus investigators. Continue reading LEIC Trains Campus Investigators
Virtual Danger
Inside the Law Enforcement Innovation Center’s simulation of confrontation.
Continue reading Virtual Danger
Firefighting Teamwork
Mutual aid is ensured by IPS planning, and provides resources beyond the means of any single fire department. Continue reading Firefighting Teamwork
IPS Agencies Welcome Women in Public Service
More than 100 women from across Tennessee, representing different positions in state and local government, attended the annual Women in Public Service Symposium. Continue reading IPS Agencies Welcome Women in Public Service
Historic Timeline and Memorable Moments: 1917 – 2017
Noteworthy, events, people and moments from the past century Continue reading Historic Timeline and Memorable Moments: 1917 – 2017
Made in Tennessee
UT’s Center for Industrial Services launched an initiative in 2013 to highlight in-state businesses and manufacturers. Continue reading Made in Tennessee
Alumni in Photos: Winter 2016
Alumni at work, life, and play Continue reading Alumni in Photos: Winter 2016