COVID-19 Information & Support
The emergence of COVID-19 is creating challenges for communities worldwide, including our campus. Working together, we will meet those challenges. We will learn, teach, and continue to do meaningful work in innovative ways. We are Volunteers: when challenges arise, we step forward and serve others. That is our history, and that is how we will persevere in this moment.
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What UT Knoxville Is Doing
All classes have been moved online for the duration of the spring and summer semesters, including May mini-term.
All university-sponsored events are canceled.
All university-sponsored study abroad programs with departure dates prior to May 20 have been suspended.
The university has drastically limited the number of students staying on campus and established procedures for working remotely.
The university has suspended all nonessential UT-related international and domestic travel outside the state of Tennessee with reimbursement of associated costs.
The university has established a student emergency fund to provide financial assistance to students in need during the COVID-19 pandemic.
In an effort to limit face-to-face interactions and keep faculty, staff, and students safe, the university has greatly reduced research and creative activities.
Latest Updates
Campus Update for April 27
April 27, 2020 at 5:39 pm - A roundup of campus news and information.
Campus Update for April 23
April 23, 2020 at 12:07 pm - A roundup of campus news and information.
Campus Update for April 20
April 20, 2020 at 4:55 pm - A roundup of campus news and information.
Re-Imagining Fall Task Force
April 17, 2020 at 1:26 pm - I have appointed a task force to look at how to safely re-open our campus.
Campus Update for April 16
April 16, 2020 at 1:47 pm - A roundup of campus news and information.
See all updatesWhat You Can Do
Everyone should remain aware of developments and pay attention to updates from the university.
The best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed. Everyday preventive actions will help prevent the spread of COVID-19 and other respiratory diseases.
CDC recommends that everyone follow these precautions:
- Avoid close contact with people who are sick
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth
- Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds
- Stay home when you are sick
- Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash
- Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular household cleaning spray or wipe
NOTE: CDC does not recommend that people who are well wear a face mask to protect themselves from respiratory diseases, including COVID-19. Face masks should be used by people who show symptoms of COVID-19 to help prevent the spread of the disease to others.
The rise in COVID-19 cases has led to considerable misinformation on social media and elsewhere. Please consult the CDC website for the most up-to-date and accurate information about the virus and help reduce the spread of misinformation.
Media Inquiries
Members of the news media should contact Owen Driskill at jdriskil@utk.edu or 865-974-2383 with any questions about UT’s response to the coronavirus.