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Arts & Education
Explore stories that highlight creativity and learning at the University of Tennessee. Topics include teaching and student success, education research, and arts and design work that shapes campus and community life.
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Elementary Students Backed by UT’s AI Tennessee Advance to National Competition
The students were challenged to develop AI tools or methods addressing community challenges.
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Institute of American Civics Survey Shows Ongoing Need for Civics Education
Civic knowledge may play an important role in fostering tolerance for opposing political views and strengthening civil discourse.
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UT, Knox County Schools Partner to Boost Special Education Workforce
The new initiative expands access to teacher preparation and strengthens inclusive education across the community.
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Business & Economy
Explore business and economic news connected to the University of Tennessee and its impact across the state. Highlights include workforce trends, employer needs, and the economic forces shaping Tennessee.
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UT Launches Institute for the Future of Business to Address AI, Tech Changes in Business and Education
The new initiative connects business leaders, students and researchers to promote technological fluency, all while focusing on human potential.
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More Than Half of Tennessee Employers Absorbing Higher Fuel Costs
A survey from UT’s Boyd Center for Business and Economic Research shows 47 percent of employers have raised prices to…
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Tennessee Employers Use AI To Complement Workers; Tariff Effects Linger
Most Tennessee business leaders surveyed believed the chance of recession was low and were optimistic about the state’s economy.
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Energy & Environment
Explore the University of Tennessee’s work shaping Tennessee’s energy future, from nuclear and fusion research to energy policy, sustainable materials, and workforce development.
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UT, Partners Win up to $160M for NSF Regional Innovation Engine To Drive Rural Economic Development
The NSF has recognized BRIDGES, co-led by UT, as a winner of the Regional Innovation Engines competition.
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Monteith Named 2026 Pew Scholar in the Biomedical Sciences
Andrew Monteith studies the impact of fever and localized heating on the human body.
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UT Launches Knoxville Quantum Accelerator To Advance Tennessee’s Future
UT launches K-Quantum accelerator, uniting partners to advance quantum leadership and economic benefits.
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Engineering & Technology
Explore updates on industry collaborations, new investments in research, and the University of Tennessee’s expertise in shaping fields such as AI-enabled materials discovery, nuclear medicine, and quantum innovation.
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UT Researchers in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Receive NSF CAREER Awards
Tickle College of Engineering faculty have developed projects to address local and national issues.
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UT and Eastman Extend Research Partnership Through 2032
Eastman will invest $3 million to support research, service agreements and university-industry initiatives.
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UT Names Governor’s Chair for Nuclear Medicine
Carolyn Anderson, an internationally recognized radiopharmaceutical researcher, has been named a UT-Oak Ridge National Laboratory Governor’s Chair.
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Health & Science
Explore news that highlights University of Tennessee work in science and health, including research, expertise, and work that benefits communities.
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University Honors Health Fellows Program to Expand Student Opportunity and Strengthen Tennessee’s Healthcare Workforce
The program aims to retain the state’s top-tier medical talent by providing expanded opportunities to exceptional undergraduate students.
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Six UT Faculty Among World’s Most Highly Cited Researchers
Engineering and chemistry professors have been named to the list, an honor bestowed on a small number of scientists and…
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UT and UTMC Pursue Scientific Breakthroughs, Community Impact in Center for Precision Health
UT and UTMC celebrated the opening of the Center for Precision Health Sept. 3.
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Law & Politics
Explore the University of Tennessee’s role in strengthening civic life through education, leadership development, and institutions connected to law and policy.
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UT’s Institute of American Civics To Expand Tennessee Civics Academy Statewide
The academy provides a space for Tennessee K-12 educators to discuss strategies for fostering and teaching topics in civic education.
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Oklahoma City Mayor Receives Inaugural Howard H. Baker Jr. Award for Public Service
The Howard H. Baker Jr. Award for Public Service recognizes David Holt as an exceptional rising national leader whose work…
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US Department of Education Awards Over $2 Million to UT’s Institute of American Civics
The grant will fund a three-year program to expand K-12 civics education in Tennessee.
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University News
Explore updates on university news, including major announcements, campus developments, leadership and university priorities.
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UT Honors Welcomes Record Class, Adds New Fellowship Pathways
UT is reimagining the honors experience around the needs and expectations of today’s high-achieving students.
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UT Celebrates Naming of Compton Center for Student Success; Marks Construction Milestone
The new student success building will be named the Compton Center for Student Success in recognition of a commitment from…
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Board Approves Building Name, New Student Housing
The University of Tennessee Board of Trustees approved plans from UT Knoxville to name its new student success building the…