UT’s Peninsula Innovation District Receives National Innovation Award
The UT Research Park at Cherokee Farm is part of an award-winning emerging community of innovation.
Five UT Faculty Teams Receive Chancellor’s Innovation Fund Awards
Recipients of the awards will advance their research into real-world solutions.
UT Earns Top-Tier Graduate Rankings; Nuclear Engineering, Supply Chain Lead the Way
Graduate programs in engineering, business and other specialties rank among the best in the country.
Four Faculty Elected 2025 AAAS Fellows
The honor is one of the most prestigious that a scientist can receive and recognizes extraordinary achievements.
Nine Students Named Torchbearers
Eight seniors and one recent graduate have been named Torchbearers, UT’s highest undergraduate student honor.
Board Approves Growth Projects and New Degree Program, Hears Future Vision
The Board of Trustees approved plans to enhance the student experience and support strategic growth at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. The board also approved moving forward with new academic degrees to support the workforce needs of the state. Chancellor Donde Plowman outlined for the board the university’s bold path forward.
Research Project Co-Led by UT Among Finalists in NSF Regional Innovation Engines Program
UT is part of an NSF Engines proposal that has advanced to the final stage of competition.
Outstanding Students, Faculty and Staff Recognized at Honors Banquets
The annual Academic Honors Banquet and Chancellor’s Honors Banquet celebrate individuals who excel in research and creative work, impact campus culture, and demonstrate outstanding leadership and service.
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.
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.
University of Tennessee Names 2025 Chancellor’s Innovation Award Recipients
Winning UT faculty will receive $50,000 each to support their entrepreneurial research.