The Conversation: How Does a Person Become Famous When They’re Just a Kid?
Being a famous kid can offer a lot of benefits, but it can also have downsides.
The Conversation: Russia’s Invasion United Different Parts of Ukraine Against a Common Enemy – Three Years On, that Unanimity Still Holds
Findings suggest that in times of collective threat, divisions within a society tend to fade as people come together to face a common enemy.
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.
The Conversation: Museums Have Tons of Data, and AI Could Make It More Accessible — but Standardizing and Organizing It Across Fields Won’t Be Easy
Standardizing the types of metadata managers record and the ways they store it could make the items more accessible and usable.
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.
Board of Trustees Approves New Degrees, Parking Garages, Master Lease Agreement
The board approved new flexible degree opportunities for students, parking garage structures and a master lease for the Cherokee Mills property on Sutherland Ave.
The Conversation: Five Super Bowl Commercials That Deserve Places in the Advertising Hall of Shame
There’s a lot of pressure to get things right when creating an advertisement during the Super Bowl.
2024: Rocky Top Year in Review
Take a look back at some of UT’s favorite photos and special moments from 2024.
The Conversation: How Russia Employs ‘Hard Soft Power’ to Influence Overseas Media and Sow Dissent and Fear Among Foreign Populations
Research on the use of hard soft power illustrates how domestic media can be used as a tool in Russia’s propaganda playbook.
College of Communication and Information Announces the Alan and Wendy Wilson Communication and Leadership Academy
The Wilson Academy will serve as a hub for thought leadership and talent development, integrating academic excellence with real-world experience.
Graduates Celebrate Achievements, Booker Awarded Honorary Degree
Over 5,300 graduates crossed the commencement stage at UT May 16–18, embarking on new chapters of their lives alongside family, friends, peers and mentors.
Notable Alumni to Address Spring Graduates
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, will hold 11 commencement ceremonies May 16-18, welcoming more than 5,000 graduates into its alumni family.