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.
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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 Talks Leadership on Higher Ed Athletics Podcast Chancellor Donde Plowman appeared on the Higher Ed Athletics podcast in early November.
- Plowman Talks Leadership with Historian Doris Kearns Goodwin Author Doris Kearns Goodwin joined Chancellor Donde Plowman in conversation for the eighth annual Mossman Distinguished Lecture.
- Chancellor Celebrates UT Successes on Inside Tennessee Chancellor Donde Plowman appeared in October on WBIR’s local politics show Inside Tennessee, where she… Read more: Chancellor Celebrates UT Successes on Inside Tennessee
