Volunteer Spirit Shines at Tennessee Saturday Night
On Aug. 16, more than 7,800 students gathered at the Student Union to enjoy Tennessee Saturday Night, a welcome event that celebrates and immerses students in the Volunteer spirit.
UT Kicks Off Fall Semester with Record Enrollment, Campus Upgrades
UT will welcome new and returning students as the fall semester begins Monday, Aug. 18. With record total enrollment surpassing 40,000, the university remains dedicated to expanding educational access and providing an unparalleled student experience.
UT Launches Faculty Recruitment Initiative To Advance Research Excellence
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, is launching a new multiple-year effort to recruit world-renowned faculty across academic disciplines.
Five UT Faculty Receive Fulbright Awards
Faculty will use this year’s Fulbright awards to study, teach and conduct research around the world.
Chancellor Donde Plowman Appointed to APLU Executive Committee
UT Chancellor Donde Plowman will serve a one-year term as secretary of the Council of Presidents on the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities’ Board of Directors.
Record-breaking Generosity: Donors Propel UT Knoxville to Historic Fundraising Milestone
Donors contributed an extraordinary $428 million during fiscal year 2024-25, affirming the Volunteer community’s deep commitment to the state’s flagship land-grant university.
UT Trustees Hear Research and Enrollment Goals for UT Knoxville, Approve Zero Tuition Increase and New Programs
Chancellor Donde Plowman shared with the UT Board of Trustees a vision for research and enrollment growth at the flagship university. The board approved a zero tuition increase, new academic programs and real estate agreements.
UT Named a Top 50 Best Value College for 2025
The university is making its first appearance on Princeton Review’s Top 50 Best Value Colleges (Public Schools) list this year.
Ten Students, Recent Alumni Offered 2025-26 Fulbright Grants
Ten students and recent alumni from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, have been awarded Fulbright U.S. Student Grants to pursue graduate study, conduct research or teach English abroad, recognizing their academic and professional accomplishments and leadership potential. The Fulbright Program, established in 1946, is the United States’ flagship international academic exchange program. Approximately 8,000 graduating
Today Show Visits Rocky Top
The FIFA World Cup 26 pitch management team launched a five-year research and development project with UT and Michigan State University. The initiative — now expanded to include the first-ever FIFA Club World Cup — aims to produce perfect playing surfaces, ensuring consistency and top performance for players regardless of climate or stadium type.
UT Partners with Y-12 To Establish National Security Prototype Center
UT’s expertise in next-generation materials and manufacturing will advance national security imperatives.
UT Awards 95 Distinguished Tennessean Scholarships to High School Seniors
UT will welcome 95 students from across the state this fall as its newest class of Distinguished Tennessean Scholars.