UT Secures $20M NSF Grant To Pioneer Breakthroughs in Automated Materials Discovery
ATHENA will transform materials research through autonomous, AI-powered experimentation and nationwide collaboration.
Historic Philanthropy Is Fueling UT’s Momentum
Donors contributed a record-breaking $560 million to UT during fiscal year 2025-26.
UT, Partners Win up to $160M for NSF Regional Innovation Engine To Drive Rural Economic Development
The NSF has recognized BRIDGES, co-led by UT, as a winner of the Regional Innovation Engines competition.
Nine Recent Alumni Awarded 2026-27 Fulbright Grants
The grants will support the recipients as they pursue graduate education, engage in research or teach English abroad.
UT Trustees Approve Budget, Keeping In-State Tuition Steady
At its annual meeting, the UT Board of Trustees kept in-state undergraduate tuition unchanged and approved two new undergraduate degree programs.
UT Receives Historic $130 Million Investment from Dee and Jimmy Haslam, Largest in University History
The investment designates $100 million for the Haslam College of Business.
UT Launches Knoxville Quantum Accelerator To Advance Tennessee’s Future
UT launches K-Quantum accelerator, uniting partners to advance quantum leadership and economic benefits.
Sixteen Students Earn Gilman Scholarships for International Study and Internships
The students were awarded a collective $55,000 in scholarships from the U.S. Department of State to support their studies or internships abroad.
UT Recognized as One of Nation’s Best Employers for New Graduates
This marks the sixth consecutive year the university has earned this distinction.
UT Knoxville Sets Tuition, Proposes Minimum Pay Increase
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville’s Campus Advisory Board heard presentations on the upcoming annual budget, student success initiatives, and accomplishments from a historic year for the university at its meeting May 12.
UT Names Governor’s Chair for Circular Biomaterials
Rojas is an internationally recognized leader in sustainable materials science.
UT Student Named 2026 Truman Scholar
The prestigious award recognizes students with outstanding leadership potential, a commitment to public service, and academic excellence.