Press Release Archives - The University of Tennessee System /news/category/press-release/ Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:48:36 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 /wp-content/uploads/2025/04/utSystem-favicon-150x150.jpg Press Release Archives - The University of Tennessee System /news/category/press-release/ 32 32 À¶Ý®ÊÓÆµ, ORNL recruit top quantum researcher in major joint hire /news/2026/04/08/ut-ornl-recruit-top-quantum-researcher-in-major-joint-hire/ Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:30:00 +0000 /?p=6980 KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, and Oak Ridge National Laboratory have jointly recruited Deep Jariwala, a nationally recognized leader in quantum materials and next-generation electronic devices, as the À¶Ý®ÊÓÆµ-ORNL governor’s chair for quantum devices.

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Building on Momentum, À¶Ý®ÊÓÆµ Board of Trustees Approves Strategic Plan to Strengthen Tennessee /news/2026/02/27/building-on-momentum-ut-board-of-trustees-approves-strategic-plan-to-strengthen-tennessee/ Fri, 27 Feb 2026 18:13:48 +0000 /?p=6783 MEMPHIS — During its winter meetings on Feb. 26–27 at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center (À¶Ý®ÊÓÆµHSC) campus, the À¶Ý®ÊÓÆµ Board of Trustees approved the À¶Ý®ÊÓÆµ System’s five-year strategic plan, which provides a clear roadmap for advancing the mission of serving Tennesseans and beyond through education, discovery and outreach.

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À¶Ý®ÊÓÆµ Shows How Collaboration Tackles Tennessee’s Toughest Problems at Grand Challenges Summit /news/2026/02/11/ut-shows-how-collaboration-tackles-tennessees-toughest-problems-at-grand-challenges-summit/ Wed, 11 Feb 2026 21:30:00 +0000 /?p=6686 FRANKLIN, Tenn. — The University of Tennessee System along with its campuses and institutes, continues to tackle the state’s toughest challenges through research, partnerships and statewide collaborations, turning ideas into real solutions for Tennesseans.

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Delivering on the Promise: À¶Ý®ÊÓÆµ Leaders Discuss Successes, Vision for 2030 During the State of the University /news/2026/02/10/delivering-on-the-promise-ut-leaders-discuss-successes-vision-for-2030-during-the-state-of-the-university/ Tue, 10 Feb 2026 20:50:10 +0000 /?p=6671 FRANKLIN, Tenn. — University of Tennessee System President Randy Boyd opened the 10th annual State of the University with remarks and a panel discussion with chancellors and institute leaders.

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PUBLIC NOTICE: À¶Ý®ÊÓÆµ Health Science Center Releases Proposed Tuition and Mandatory Fee Increases /news/2026/02/09/public-notice-ut-health-science-center-releases-proposed-tuition-and-mandatory-fee-increases/ Mon, 09 Feb 2026 19:00:00 +0000 /?p=6650 The University of Tennessee Board of Trustees will consider tuition and mandatory fee increases for the University of Tennessee Health Science Center when the board meets on Feb. 26–27 in Memphis, Tennessee.

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À¶Ý®ÊÓÆµ Extension Highlighted by Everywhere You Look, À¶Ý®ÊÓÆµÂ Mural in Bedford County  /news/2026/01/23/ut-extension-highlighted-by-everywhere-you-look-ut-mural-in-bedford-county/ Fri, 23 Jan 2026 16:00:00 +0000 /?p=6507 SHELBYVILLE — The first Everywhere You Look, À¶Ý®ÊÓÆµ mural of 2026 found its home on the side of the Bedford County Extension office building, marking county No. 69 in À¶Ý®ÊÓÆµ System’s statewide mural campaign.

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STEMOVATE Launches in 22 Tennessee Counties  /news/2025/11/21/stemovate-launches-in-22-tennessee-counties/ Fri, 21 Nov 2025 20:30:00 +0000 /?p=6344 À¶Ý®ÊÓÆµ-ORII, Tennessee 4-H, ORISE and À¶Ý®ÊÓÆµ-Battelle partner to bring STEM activities to 6,000 sixth graders.

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Hawkins County Mural Showcases À¶Ý®ÊÓÆµâ€™s Agricultural Impact on Rural Communities /news/2025/11/18/hawkins-county-mural-showcases-uts-agricultural-impact-on-rural-communities/ Tue, 18 Nov 2025 17:34:21 +0000 /?p=6273 ROGERSVILLE — A new Everywhere You Look, À¶Ý®ÊÓÆµ mural on a family barn in Hawkins County showcases the University of Tennessee’s statewide impact on agriculture.

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Van Buren County Water Tower Showcases New À¶Ý®ÊÓÆµ Mural  /news/2025/11/17/van-buren-county-water-tower-showcases-new-ut-mural/ Mon, 17 Nov 2025 21:00:00 +0000 /?p=6308 SPENCER – An 80-foot-tall water tower now serves as the canvas for an Everywhere You Look, À¶Ý®ÊÓÆµâ€¯mural in Van Buren County.

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Four Honored at University of Tennessee President’s Council Awards /news/2025/11/17/ut-presidents-council-awards-2025/ Mon, 17 Nov 2025 15:00:00 +0000 /?p=6296 The University of Tennessee System recognized four distinguished alumni and partners for their leadership, service and generosity during the 11th annual President’s Council Showcase and Awards Dinner, held Nov. 14 in Knoxville.

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