Three Students Awarded 2025-26 Goldwater Scholarships
Three students have been awarded Goldwater Scholarships, the most prestigious undergraduate STEM scholarship in the United States, for the 2025-26 academic year.
Graduate Programs Ranked Among Nation’s Best
UT’s graduate programs rank among the nation’s best, showcasing the university’s commitment to innovation, research and professional development. A record number of students are advancing their education beyond the undergraduate level at UT, reinforcing the strength of its academic offerings.
UT Seniors Named Among Nation’s Best Business Majors
Diamond Maria Clark and Timothy Held received recognition from Poets&Quants for Undergrads on the publication’s annual list of top business majors nationwide.
Generous Donation to Support Student Veterans
The generous gift from John and Debbie Grubb will enhance the support and resources student veterans need to succeed, reinforcing the university’s commitment to supporting its veteran community.
UT Earns Top Rating on Tennessee Educator Preparation Report Card
In the latest Tennessee Educator Preparation Report Card, issued annually by the Tennessee State Board of Education, UT was one of only two public institutions statewide to receive the top-tier designation.
UT Celebrates Graduate and Professional Student Appreciation Week
UT will celebrate Graduate and Professional Student Appreciation Week April 7-11 to recognize graduate students’ hard work and accomplishments and offer opportunities for community engagement and networking.
Connecting and Empowering Graduate Students
To help graduate students find connection and support, the university has developed intentional programming to show them that UT is more than just a campus — it’s home sweet home.
Students Give Back Over Spring Break
Through the Jones Center for Leadership and Service’s VOLbreaks program, 40 students traveled to cities across the country to engage in community service and develop a deeper understanding of the world beyond campus.
Four Researchers Honored by AAAS as Lifetime Fellows
AAAS Fellows are elected by peers in recognition of their extraordinary achievements.
Ten Students Named Torchbearers, UT’s Highest Honor
Ten seniors and recent graduates who have demonstrated academic excellence and a commitment to service and leadership have been named Torchbearers, the university’s highest undergraduate student honor.
Connie Walden Honored with 2025 Volunteer Spirit Award
The Volunteer Spirit Award is the highest honor available to a UT staff member.
Suzanne Lenhart Named 2025 Macebearer
Macebearer is the highest faculty honor and recognizes a distinguished career and commitment of service to students, scholarship and society.