Chancellor Donde Plowman wants the university to become a top-10 public research institution, but more faculty, facilities and funding are needed.
UT Trustees Approve Maplehurst Deal
Residents will remain in place as the University of Tennessee-Knoxville develops a long-term plan for the 6.5-acre enclave between campus and downtown.
Weekly Watch: June 30-July 6, 2025
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Weekly Watch: Oct. 21-27, 2024
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Boyd Reappointed UT President
Trustees unanimously endorsed Randy Boyd’s intent to complete what he has termed the university system’s greatest decade.
Weekly Watch: June 24-30, 2024
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New Deal for New Dorms
UT Trustees sign off on a $240.4 million project to be built via the state’s first higher-ed public-private student housing partnership.
Reservations Accepted
UT trustees have given the state’s top high school graduates guaranteed spots at all campuses as part of an effort to increase access.
Weekly Watch: Sept. 4-10, 2023
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Poll: UT Committed to Free Expression
A Gallup survey shows large majorities of students, faculty and staff are comfortable expressing opinions on campuses.