“Everywhere you look, UT” Tour Starts Aug. 3
Beginning in August, I’ll be traveling the state learning and celebrating all the ways UT serves the state of Tennessee as part of the “Everywhere you look, UT” tour.
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Honoring America
The University of Tennessee averages approximately 1,140 veterans, service members, dependents and reservists who serve as students on our campuses across the state. And, our efforts around educating military-affiliated students are getting noticed on a national level.
The Greatest Decade Equals Big and Bold
Our dream of providing greater access to a UT degree took a major step forward when Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee included funding in his proposed budget to go toward UT’s successful acquisition of Martin Methodist College, the 150-year old private college located in Giles County.
Brewing Up a Better Tennessee
A partnership with Martin Methodist College isn’t just a nice thing to do, it’s a must do.
Pandemic Brings Possibility Across the State
The Tennessee Chamber of Commerce & Industry and Tennessee Manufacturers Association, and the Alliance for Better Nonprofits have partnered with us to create a series of webinars for businesses and nonprofits geared toward tackling common issues faced during the global coronavirus pandemic.
Pandemic to Possibility
Without a doubt, 2020 has been a year of great adversity. Some may be running low on energy or drive, or overwhelmed with problems, as COVID-19 has severely disrupted the way we work, live and play. As a result of our current COVID climate, UT is seeking to solve our state’s most complex problems.
The third became the first.
The 45 words of the First Amendment encapsulate the liberty we cherish. You cannot be supporters of freedom of speech and assembly of only ideas with which you agree and only people with whom you agree.
UT Can be a Beacon of Light
As we’ve watched the nation’s events unfold in the recent wrongful death of George Floyd, our hearts are deeply grieved. So many are asking, “What can we do?”
Preparing for Safe Re-entry
As we approach our fall semester, I am optimistic about our re-entry to campus. Our faculty and staff have been heroic in their efforts this spring, and remain focused on putting students first despite adversity.
Resilience, Revival and Resurgence
In these challenging times, all of us are determined to keep what is most important first in every action and every decision: the health and safety of our students, faculty and staff – nothing will have a higher priority.