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UT Alumni Make Their Mark in Legislative Roles

From Capitol Hill to state agencies, graduates leverage their University of Tennessee education and experience to advocate for Tennessee communities.

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Grand Challenges

A Car Full of Grace

Helping Mamas Knoxville supports East Tennessee families, providing 1.5M essential items like diapers, formula, and hygiene products to those in need since 2018.

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From the President

At UT, Public Service is More Than a Mission

At UT, public service is more than a mission—it's a calling. It is at the heart of what makes us a dynamic force for good across Tennessee.

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The Last Word

Finding My Spark

UT alumnus Julia Law found her calling in political science through the recommendations of a professor and a government relations internship.

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News and Updates

“Find Your UT” Tour Inspires Students Across Tennessee

UT System President Randy Boyd concluded the 2024 "Find Your UT" tour, visiting 14 high schools to share opportunities available at the UT System's five campuses.

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Celebrating 90 years of Innovation

This year the UT Research Foundation celebrates 90 years of pioneering innovation and transforming ideas into impactful products.

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The President’s Mussel

UT President Estabrook’s discovery of a new mussel species in the 1800s highlights the university's legacy of research and scientific discovery.

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Enabling Growth With Record Gifts

UT received a record $400M+ in FY 2024, supporting students with new scholarships, research initiatives, and enhanced athletics facilities.

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From the President

A Future Driven by Research and Innovation

UT's research advances health, energy, and technology, addressing critical issues and positioning Tennessee as a global leader in innovation and discovery.

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News and Updates

UTORII Hires Researchers to lead Research Initiatives

UT-Oak Ridge Innovation Institute is ahead of schedule to hire 100 innovators, advancing joint research and innovation at UT and ORNL by 2030.

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Setting Records

The UT System celebrates record-breaking enrollment figures while peer institutions grapple with fluctuating numbers.

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Growing UT

The University of Tennessee's statewide growth fuels projects to modernize and expand facilities across it's campuses.

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Grand Challenges

Growing Her Dream

UTK alumna Jill Joyce never thought she would be where she is now: seated next to a student, helping him learn statistics.

Alumni Association

Career Growth Through An Alumni Network

Becky Spaulding has reinvented the career services program into the UT Alumni Association Center for Career Advancement.

Alumni Association

Mike Griffin Takes the Lead

Mike Griffin prepares to take on the role of president of the UT Alumni Association.

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Alumni Association

UTAA Recognizes Outstanding Faculty

Each year, the UT Alumni Association recognizes outstanding faculty and staff for their work in three categories.

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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.

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From the President

Growing for Tennessee

Growth is about impact—harnessing the power of education, research and outreach to address our state’s most pressing challenges.

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News and Updates

Scholl Selected as UT-ORII Executive Director

In April, David Sholl was named the executive director of the University of Tennessee-Oak Ridge Innovation Institute.

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UT Leaders Share Book Lists

Leaders from the University of Tennessee share the books that have impacted them—or ones they’re reading or planning to read.

Alumni Association

Tell Us A Story

The college experience is filled with more than just lectures and exams. It’s a tapestry woven with friendships, memories and stories, which linger long after graduation day.

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From the President

The Stories We Share

Stories have the power to inspire, teach and connect us, and they play a vital role in shaping our understanding of the world and each other.

News and Updates

Grow Your Own Awarded $1.8 Million grant

The Tennessee Grow Your Own Center received a $1.8 million grant to enhance the teacher talent development pipeline.