

We are standing at a pivotal moment of extraordinary opportunity. What we do next is up to us.”
Donde Plowman
The Ninth Chancellor of Tennessee’s Flagship Land-Grant University

Chancellor Plowman defines leadership as “the willingness to act.”


Vision
UT is driven by a dynamic strategic vision centered on academic excellence, life-changing research, and the core values that make us Volunteers.


University On The Rise
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, is reaching new heights in research, athletics, enrollment, student success, alumni and donor support, academic recognition, and more.

Get Involved
Volunteers support one another, learn from one another, value one another.
We are unafraid to step forward in moments big and small with acts of courage and compassion, truly making Rocky Top home, sweet home, for everyone.
Step forward together as Volunteers.
Featured News
- Plowman Delivers Keynote to Tennessee Grocery Execs and Workers Chancellor Donde Plowman lauded the role of grocery stores in our communities and shared the industry-supporting … Read more
- UT’s Lynne Parker Gives Guidance to Congress on AI Technology When national leaders needed an expert on the future of artificial intelligence and the national … Read more
- A Celebration of Tennessee’s Next Generation of Leaders UT is proud to provide the skilled workforce that our state needs.
