Media Coverage of Smoke-Free Campus Announcement
Several media outlets reported on the March 22 announcement that UT would become a smoke-free campus.
New Policy on Drone Use on Campus in Effect
A new UT Knoxville policy governs the use of any unmanned aircraft system (UAS, or drone) on university property or in connection with university employment.
New Security Measures to Be Enforced at Maroon 5 Concert September 14
UT will institute the same bag policy for concerts and special events at Thompson-Boling Arena that is already in place at athletic events at the arena, Neyland Stadium, and other venues.
Sexual Misconduct Policy in Place After Year of Review By Task Force
The Policy on Sexual Misconduct, Relationship Violence, and Stalking, which became effective August 19, represents a year of review and work involving stakeholders from across campus. The Sexual Misconduct Policy Task Force, made up of faculty, staff, and students, ensured that all feedback and viewpoints were considered in the review of the interim policy first
Sexual Assault and Misconduct Task Force Members and Meeting Announced
The university-wide Sexual Assault and Misconduct Task Force has been appointed and will begin a series of meetings to examine the critical issues involved in creating a responsive and comprehensive sexual assault and misconduct policy. The task force members encourage everyone with an interest in this issue to attend their meetings and provide feedback about
Webinar on the Interim Sexual Assault Policy Available on New Sexual Assault Website
The webinar “The University’s Interim Policy on Sexual Misconduct & Relationship Violence: What Employees Need to Know” is now available to watch at any time from your desk.
UT Community Invited to Participate in Climate Conference Call with Senators
UT Knoxville students, faculty, staff and community are invited to participate in a conference call with the offices of Tennessee Senators Lamar Alexander and Bob Corker to hear directly from Senate staffers on climate and energy policy. Dubbed “Let’s Talk, Tennessee,” the conference call will take place on Monday, April 12 at 11 a.m.