UT Study: How Happy Couples Argue
In marriage, conflict is inevitable. Even the happiest couples argue. And research shows they tend to argue about the same topics as unhappy couples: children, money, in-laws, intimacy.
World Acrobatic Society Recognizes UT Professor’s Achievements
Jay Whelan, head of UT’s Department of Nutrition, has been recognized with the Golden Achievement Award by the World Acrobatics Society and induction into the Gallery of Legends Hall of Fame.
Report: Knox County Homeless Population Edges Up Slightly in 2018
The Knoxville Homeless Management Information System (KnoxHMIS)’s newly released annual report—an overview of services delivered in 2018—shows a 3 percent increase in clients accessing services for the homeless.
Freshman Reflects on His 30-Day, 800-Mile Summer Canoe Trip
If you ask freshman Job Dooley to describe his summer, he may need to draw you a map.
PhD Student Helps Cancer Patients by Raising Funds, Writing, Doing Research
Nursing doctoral student Kayla Jones was a volunteer long before arriving on Rocky Top for classes this fall.
Researchers Win Grant to Study Impact of Guaranteed Income Project
Researchers from UT and the University of Pennsylvania have received a grant to evaluate an innovative project that could help alleviate poverty and inequality in Stockton, California.
Study Shows New Moms May be Vulnerable to ‘Sharenting’
Whether they need to commiserate about the trials of parenthood, get advice, or simply brag about their youngsters’ achievements, today’s parents often turn to an ever-ready forum: social media.
Are American Nurses Prepared for a Catastrophe? New Study Says Perhaps Not
On average, American colleges and universities with nursing programs offer about one hour of instruction in handling catastrophic situations such as nuclear events, pandemics, or water contamination crises, according to two recent studies coauthored by a nursing professor at UT.
School Psychologists Develop Intervention to Reduce Hallway Disruptions
Speeding up hallway transition times may be the key to reducing hallway disruptions by elementary school students. School psychology researchers in UT’s College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences recently developed and tested a game-like intervention that successfully reduced disruptions by up to 74 percent.
Undergrad Participating in Fulbright UK Summer Institute
Blake Turpin, a rising junior and Haslam Scholar, was selected to participate in a Fulbright UK Summer Institute.
UT Students Report High Impact of Academic Support Programs
Students of all backgrounds are experiencing firsthand the benefits of academic coaching, tutoring, and supplemental instruction, according to a study published by researchers with UT’s Student Success Center.
UT to Launch Program to Support Diversity in Teaching
A new program aimed at increasing the number of licensed teachers from diverse backgrounds will launch this summer in the College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences.