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Accessibility
Addressing the accessibility of information, instructional materials, and technology
Learn more about AccessibilityBaker Center
Offering a blend of student and public programs focused on energy, global security, and leadership and governance
Learn more about Baker CenterBredesen Center
Research in energy-related science, technology, engineering, and mathematics
Learn more about Bredesen CenterBusiness Education for Talented Students (BETS)
For high school students from under-represented and underserved backgrounds
Learn more about Business Education for Talented Students (BETS)Center for Career Development
Majors guidance, career counseling, classes, and interest and personality assessments
Learn more about Center for Career DevelopmentCenter for Children’s and Young Adult Literature
Workshops for teachers and librarians and talks by authors
Learn more about Center for Children’s and Young Adult LiteratureCenter for Global Engagement
Supporting global education, research, and engagement
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Using sport to change lives, communities, and the world through teaching, research, and service
Learn more about Center for Sport, Peace, and SocietyCenter for Transportation Research
Research, planning, economic forecasting, and continuing education for agencies, businesses, and industry
Learn more about Center for Transportation ResearchChild Care Quality Initiatives
Programs that inform parents and improve the quality of child-care in Tennessee
Learn more about Child Care Quality InitiativesCivility and Community
One campus. One community. Celebrate the differences.
Learn more about Civility and CommunityClarence Brown Theatre
This cultural resource for East Tennessee is a resident professional theater for undergraduates and graduate students. It offers discounted tickets for faculty and staff.
Learn more about Clarence Brown TheatreEngineers Day
Prospective students compete, watch demos, and meet faculty and engineering majors.
Learn more about Engineers DayEnglish Language Institute
Intensive English language study for prospective students, visitors, and professionals
Learn more about English Language InstituteEwing Gallery
A permanent collection for scholarly research and enrichment of the university and regional communities
Learn more about Ewing GalleryExperience Learning
Enhancing the student experience through civic engagement, real-world problem solving, and critical reflection
Learn more about Experience LearningForensic Anthropology Center
Internationally recognized for research on human decomposition and modern human variation
Learn more about Forensic Anthropology CenterGlobal Catalyst Program
This program provides funding for faculty-led partnerships with international universities, institutions of higher education, and research institutes.
Learn more about Global Catalyst ProgramGraduation
Helping you meet requirements, get diplomas, participate in ceremonies, and more
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Research and interdisciplinary options for high-achieving students
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Incoming students learn UT traditions, discover leadership potential, and meet other new students and leaders.
Learn more about IgniteInstitute for Advanced Composites Manufacturing and Innovation
A UT-led effort involving universities, businesses, and labs across 37 states
Learn more about Institute for Advanced Composites Manufacturing and InnovationInstitute for Smart Structures
Combining materials science, engineering, and architecture for problem solving and new applications
Learn more about Institute for Smart StructuresInternational House
Hosting programs that help students transition to UT and Knoxville
Learn more about International HouseInternational Student and Scholar Services
Students, scholars, and visitors get support at UT and in the US
Learn more about International Student and Scholar ServicesMcClung Museum of Natural History and Culture
Advancing the understanding of natural history and culture through collections, exhibitions, research, and outreach
Learn more about McClung Museum of Natural History and CultureModern Political Archives
Collections from the careers of Tennesseans who served in the US Congress, the federal judiciary, presidential cabinets, or a combination
Learn more about Modern Political ArchivesNational Institute for Mathematical and Biological Synthesis
Helping run simulations involving everything from medicine to security
Learn more about National Institute for Mathematical and Biological SynthesisOffice of Multicultural Student Life
Supporting academic success, equality, and leadership in a diverse global society
Learn more about Office of Multicultural Student LifeOffice of Sustainability
Campus wide resource conservation and environmental stewardship
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Supporting the pursuit of career opportunities and scholarly knowledge
Learn more about Office of Undergraduate ResearchOne Stop Student Services
Helping students with enrollment, academic records, financial aid, and payments
Learn more about One Stop Student ServicesPre-College Programs in Engineering
Residential programs introducing middle and high school students to engineering
Learn more about Pre-College Programs in EngineeringPrecious Prints Project
Developed to comfort grieving families who have suffered the loss of their child
Learn more about Precious Prints ProjectPride Center
Providing support, resources, and a community space for LGBTQIA and ally students, faculty, and staff
Learn more about Pride CenterPrograms Abroad
Helping UT students studying abroad and international exchange students studying at UT
Learn more about Programs AbroadService-Learning
Engaging students in meaningful, relevant service with a community partner
Learn more about Service-LearningStudent Disability Services
Creating equitable access for eligible students and promoting disability-inclusive diversity
Learn more about Student Disability ServicesStudent Success Center
Offering tutoring, supplemental instruction, academic coaching, and student support programs
Learn more about Student Success CenterTennessee 4-H Programs
A collection of programs that guide young people in STEM studies, health, mentoring, and leadership
Learn more about Tennessee 4-H ProgramsTennessee Partnership for Ongoing Parental Support
Helping the children of incarcerated parents and empowering parental support
Learn more about Tennessee Partnership for Ongoing Parental SupportTennessee Water Resources Research Center
Improving water quality with projects, outreach, education, training, and community empowerment
Learn more about Tennessee Water Resources Research CenterThe New V.O.L. Experience
Welcoming our new undergraduate students is a hybrid experience this year, spanning virtual advising, orientation, and Welcome Week.
Learn more about The New V.O.L. ExperienceVeteran Student Services
Assisting our active duty service members, veterans, reservists, guardsmen, and family members
Learn more about Veteran Student ServicesVeterinary Summer Experience
High school students work in a local veterinary practice and then spend a week at UT.
Learn more about Veterinary Summer ExperienceVine School Health Center
Helping uninsured Knox County students and those with difficulty accessing health care
Learn more about Vine School Health CenterVol Vision
Our journey is one with an ambitious goal—to establish UT as a top-tier public research university.
Learn more about Vol VisionVolCorps Program
Programs include ambassadors, diversity recruitment, and prospective athletes
Learn more about VolCorps ProgramVolsTeach
Preparing STEM majors to transform the lives of Tennessee children
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