A Battle Worth Fighting
A discovery by UT Knoxville-based economists led to Gov. Bill Haslam developing a $30 million dollar plan to begin dealing with the opioid crisis. Continue reading A Battle Worth Fighting
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Standing Up to Big Pharma
UT alumna and Knox County District Attorney General Charme Allen has taken the war against the opioid epidemic to the courtroom – the civil one. Continue reading Standing Up to Big Pharma
On Chamberlain Field
The Scene showcases photography from UT’s campuses and institutes. Continue reading On Chamberlain Field
Earhart Findings Obtain Widespread Media Attention
A UT researcher’s conclusion about remains found on a remote South Pacific island made headlines around the world this spring. Continue reading Earhart Findings Obtain Widespread Media Attention
Still Roaming
UT continues 50 years of black bear research. Continue reading Still Roaming
The Story of Her Life
Alumna helps others overcome through occupational therapy. Continue reading The Story of Her Life
Hands On
Law enforcement’s forensic training heads to the woods. Continue reading Hands On
Becoming the Fixer
Thailand’s Finance Minister Apisak Tantivorawong and his adviser are both guided by their education at UT. Continue reading Becoming the Fixer
Running for My Life (And Theirs, Too)
In September 2013 I participated in my first 5K (3.1-mile) race. Continue reading Running for My Life (And Theirs, Too)
Veterans Resource Center Opens
The new center provides student veterans with a place to study, socialize and find access to various campus services. Continue reading Veterans Resource Center Opens
The Long Walk
After his father was diagnosed with an incurable cancer, he decided to take action that covered more than 2,100 miles. In doing so, he raised hope not only for his father, but for others. Continue reading The Long Walk
A Broken Life Becomes Art
After a car hit him while he rode his bicycle, he thought his dreams of a wife, family and music—along with the ability to walk—lost forever. Yet, as one person says, “The tragedy that broke him, built him.” Continue reading A Broken Life Becomes Art
The Next Mission
As the number of veterans attending UT rises, campuses are providing them with help to conquer the move from military to college life. Continue reading The Next Mission
Silencing the Sneer
Since the sixth grade, this novelist dealt with anxiety, self-doubt and depression. After she crumpled under its weight, she found her way through. Continue reading Silencing the Sneer
Campus Kicks Off $1.1 Billion Campaign
UT Knoxville launched its $1.1 billion Join the Journey campaign with a kickoff celebration on Sept. 22. Continue reading Campus Kicks Off $1.1 Billion Campaign
In the Ring
The Scene showcases photography from UT’s campuses and institutes. Continue reading In the Ring
Vols Break World Record
Thanks to the participation of 4,223 volunteers, UT Knoxville set the Guinness World Record title for the largest human letter on March 29. Continue reading Vols Break World Record
The Torchbearer
The Scene is a new magazine feature showcasing photography from UT’s campuses and institutes. Continue reading The Torchbearer
Hearts for Haiti
From housing to healthcare, UT helps where it’s needed. Continue reading Hearts for Haiti
Coping with Disaster
Dr. Laura Wheat, assistant professor of counselor education, is proud that many of her students in the immediate wake of the fire, offered “to go to counsel those affected.” Continue reading Coping with Disaster
UT Alumni on the Hill
The Tennessee Alumnus recognizes alumni and other members of the UT family. Continue reading UT Alumni on the Hill
The Day Life Changed Forever
Cindy Ogle (Knoxville ’73, ’78), Gatlinburg’s city manager, recounts her wildfire experience. Continue reading The Day Life Changed Forever
Chancellor Davenport Takes Over
Beverly Davenport took office Feb. 15 as the eighth chancellor of UT Knoxville. Continue reading Chancellor Davenport Takes Over