COOKEVILLE— When Ralph and Mary Johnson moved from Virginia to Tennessee, they didn’t describe themselves as fans of the University of Tennessee. In the decades since, the couple became such fans that their property now boasts “Everywhere You Look, UT.”
The perception of the value of higher education has been declining, and while there are clearly many areas to improve upon, there are many “myths” that just need busting. Here are just a few of the most common myths.
KNOXVILLE — In a move to foster collaboration and drive positive change, the University of Tennessee System has announced the launch of the UT Grand Challenge Grants with a commitment of up to $5 million to tackle Tennessee’s most pressing challenges.
NASHVILLE – The annual State of the University address, hosted by University of Tennessee System President Randy Boyd, highlighted the substantial value of higher education, the University’s statewide influence on workforce development and how those elements interconnect to foster a thriving economic future.
The University of Tennessee Board of Trustees Executive Committee met Friday morning and approved the appointment of Bernie Savarese as the permanent vice president for academic affairs, research and student success and Jeff Smith as vice president for national labs.
KNOXVILLE – University of Tennessee System President Randy Boyd will deliver his sixth annual State of the University address both in-person and virtually on Thursday, Feb. 8.
KNOXVILLE – The Education, Research and Service Committee and the Executive Committee of the University of Tennessee Board of Trustees will meet virtually on Jan. 26.
Twenty-four executives from campuses and institutes across the University of Tennessee System were chosen to make up the 2024 class of the Executive Leadership Institute.
Jeff Smith, special advisor to University of Tennessee System President Randy Boyd, will be recommended to the UT Board of Trustees to serve as the vice president for national labs at the UT System.
This new leadership role, effective Feb. 1, 2024, builds on existing strengths and support at each campus across the UT System to promote mental health and well-being among students, faculty, and employees.
