On Leadership: Plowman Interviews Mayor Indya Kincannon on Being an Authentic Leader
Knoxville Mayor Indya Kincannon and Chancellor Donde Plowman discuss the importance of being your authentic self in the latest video of the On Leadership series.
On Leadership: Plowman Interviews Randy Boyd on Experiences that Shaped Him
UT System President Randy Boyd and Chancellor Donde Plowman discuss Boyd’s leadership experiences and what makes their partnership as leaders of the UT System and its flagship university so effective.
On Leadership: Plowman Interviews Danny White on Building an ‘Everything School’
Chancellor Donde Plowman sat down with UT Director of Athletics Danny White last month to talk about principled leadership and making hard decisions.
On Leadership: Plowman interviews Coach Vitello on Building Teams
Chancellor Donde Plowman sat down with UT Head Baseball Coach Tony Vitello to talk about his approach to leadership on and off the field.
Plowman, Williams Talk Student Success with Inside Higher Ed
Chancellor Donde Plowman and Vice Provost for Student Success Amber Williams discussed the university’s innovative work around student well-being and belonging with Inside Higher Ed this month, ahead of the university co-hosting the Student Success US conference.
Leading With Courage in Times of Political Tension
In a time of growing political divide, Chancellor Donde Plowman and former Governor Bill Haslam penned an op-ed in the Knoxville News Sentinel on how to lead with courage during times of potential uncertainty.
Welcome Back Vols
As we settle into a new year, I shared a message with our students, encouraging them to get involved, remain focused on their goals, and be kind and respectful to one another. I hope you’ll take a few moments to watch it here.
Honorary Degree Recognizes Community Leader’s Lifetime of Service
That’s why it is my privilege to celebrate the leadership and service of Robert J. Booker, a Knoxville native and Tennessee’s first Black state representative, with an honorary doctorate in humanities from the College of Arts and Sciences.
Brian Broyles Named Senior Vice Chancellor for Advancement
We are thrilled to announce the appointment of Brian Broyles as senior vice chancellor for advancement at UT Knoxville, a position of pivotal importance in advancing the university’s mission.
Plowman Talks Leadership on Higher Ed Athletics Podcast
Chancellor Donde Plowman appeared on the Higher Ed Athletics podcast in early November.