2022 Revue: Higher Education

UT Students

The University of Tennessee dealt with record enrollment and legislative mandates this year, while Knoxville College launched a reboot.

Calling for Accountability

Aniya Thompson speaking to County Commission, with Commissioner Dasha Lundy behind here.

In the wake of an encounter at McAlister’s Deli, community advocates ask County Commission for oversight of the Sheriff’s Office.

Appeals Process Decision Delayed

Mayor Glenn Jacobs and public hearing speakers

As public opposition mounts, commissioners kick final approval of a revised ordinance restricting the Board of Zoning Appeals’ authority to next month.

Show of Force

Calvin Taylor Skinner

Dozens of deputies pack a County Commission meeting, leading to allegations of intimidation from activists — and one commissioner.

Taking the Oath

Installation ceremony

County Commission welcomes four new members and elects a chairman, as county officeholders are sworn in.

Mixed Signals

Hugh Nystrom and Kyle Ward

In County Commission and school board primaries, voters ousted two incumbents and kept three more.