Messages

Urgent Message Regarding COVID-19 Response

March 11, 2020

All coursework will move online following spring break.

Coronavirus updates

March 10, 2020

I want to keep you updated on the latest decisions impacting our campus.

Coronavirus Updates and Travel Restrictions

March 5, 2020

I want to update you on precautionary steps we are taking at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, and the Institute of Agriculture in response to the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Campus Resources for Those Affected by Middle Tennessee Tornados

March 3, 2020

Any student who needs help can access resources through the Office of the Dean of Students or by calling 865-974-HELP. Employees can access resources through the Office of Human Resources or by calling 865-946-CARE.

UT Employees Advocate for Organ Donor Leave Policy

January 17, 2020

Two UT employees showed up to Chancellor Plowman’s weekly office hours to discuss an organ donor leave policy for UT. The result of their advocacy was a new university system-wide policy for organ donation.

Division of Student Life Leadership Change

December 17, 2019

Vice Chancellor for Student Life Vince Carilli is leaving the university. A national search for a new permanent vice chancellor will begin immediately after the winter break.

Next Steps in UTIA–UTK Reunification

December 12, 2019

To sustain the positive momentum created by the UTIA–UTK Reunification Committee 2019 report, five working groups will be established to provide recommendations on the reunification process.

Matthew Mench Named Interim Vice Chancellor for Research and Engagement

November 20, 2019

A national search for the next vice chancellor for research and engagement is under way.

Chancellor’s Honors Banquet Nominations Open

November 18, 2019

It is time to honor the academic and service achievements that represent the best of our university.

Big Orange Give

November 12, 2019

Today is Big Orange Give, a one-day initiative to raise support for programs and colleges across campus. We have set a goal of raising $2.25 million as a celebration of the 225 years of leadership and service at the University of Tennessee.