May 2026 Advisory Board Agenda and Minutes
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On Leadership: Plowman Interviews Stuart McWhorter on Fostering Trust
Chancellor Donde Plowman sat down with Stuart McWhorter, deputy governor and commissioner of the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development, to talk about fostering trust and creating opportunity for the state of Tennessee.
Spring Update: Expanding Opportunity
We are taking bold steps toward our priorities of cultivating an unparalleled Volunteer experience, conducting high-impact research that improves lives, and serving as a beacon for athletics leadership on and off the field.
March 2026 Advisory Board Agenda and Minutes
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Plowman Discusses Research and Expanding Opportunity on Innovators Podcast
Chancellor Donde Plowman recently joined the Innovators podcast to discuss how public research universities can navigate challenges in the higher education landscape.
On Leadership: Plowman Interviews Rick Barnes on Inspiring Effort
Chancellor Plowman and Coach Barnes talk about his approach to leadership on the court, with his staff, and across the university community.
Building a Legacy of Shared Success
I recently had the honor of accepting a leadership award from the Knoxville Chamber celebrating our work to support economic prosperity in East Tennessee. This award speaks directly to our commitment to the land-grant mission and the deep relationships UT shares with our community.
Plowman Talks Leadership and Student Success on tnAchieves Podcast
Chancellor Donde Plowman joined the At Scale podcast in February, where she spoke with host Krissy DeAlejandro about how to carry institutional momentum, the importance of building trust, and fostering a culture where excellence in student success and research can thrive.
February 2026 Advisory Board Agenda and Minutes
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On Leadership: Plowman Interviews Keith Gray on Being a Problem Solver
The two discussed a community-first approach to leadership, how to identify strategic partnerships, and the importance of taking initiative in your leadership development.