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Letter from the Vice Chancellor
As students return to campus to begin a new school year, our University Advancement team is reminded of the why behind what we do as fundraisers. Whether in the form of endowments, major gifts, or annual giving, every dollar makes a difference in the lives of our students, faculty and staff, and the region. We are thankful for our generous alumni and friends and the role they played in what has been a monumental year for our team.
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Smartt and Patterson Receive UTAA Outstanding Teacher Award
The University of Tennessee Alumni Association (UTAA) announced its 2025 faculty award winners. UT Martin’s Dr. Philip Smartt, professor of natural resources management in the Department of Agriculture, Geosciences and Natural Resources, and Dr. Tammie Patterson, associate professor in the Department of Educational Studies, received the Outstanding Teacher Award.
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Sidney Church (’22, ’23) Honors Late Father with Chemo Care Kits
McKenzie Foster’s time at the College of Business and Global Affairs not only prepared her for her role as project coordinator, but also helped her discover a passion for event planning
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Note from the Vice Chancellor
We hope to see more of you create and elevate your impact with your alma mater. Together, we can help UT Martin continue to SOAR!
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Jeanna Curtis-Swafford Appointed Vice Chancellor for Advancement
Dr. Vincent Robinson, class of 1973, has reached his Golden Grad anniversary with the University of Tennessee at Martin.
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News from UT Martin
- The Old Briar homestead in Lauderdale County serves as the newest landscape for an Everywhere You Look, UT mural. The post Second UT Mural in Lauderdale County Brags on UT, Inspires Next Generation appeared first on The University of Tennessee System.
- KNOXVILLE — During its fall meetings on Oct. 23–24, the UT Board of Trustees reviewed the University of Tennessee System’s proposed five-year strategic plan. The post UT Board of Trustees Reviews 2030 Strategic Plan, Elevates UTC School of Nursing to College Status appeared first on The University of Tennessee System.
- CEDAR HILL – When Susan Marks (Knoxville ’67) sees the newest UT mural painted on her family’s barn, she can’t help but smile. The mural, part of the Everywhere You Look, UT campaign, captures a lifetime of memories and a legacy of Volunteer pride that runs through her family. The post UT Mural in Robertson […]
- The University of Tennessee Board of Trustees will hold its fall meetings Oct. 23–24. The post PUBLIC NOTICE: Upcoming UT Board of Trustees Meetings Announced appeared first on The University of Tennessee System.
- The University of Tennessee Southern is excited about the launch of the NOVA Entrepreneur Center, expanding the university’s leadership in creating opportunity for Southern Middle Tennessee. The post UT Southern Celebrates Launch of NOVA Entrepreneur Center appeared first on The University of Tennessee System.
- The Tennessee Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the UT Center for Industrial Services (CIS) are joining forces to provide affordable training opportunities to help Tennessee manufacturers achieve their desired goals. The post Tennessee Chamber and UT Center for Industrial Services Forge Training Partnership appeared first on The University of Tennessee System.
- FRANKLIN, Tenn. – Law enforcement officers from across Tennessee will gather in Franklin this month for a two-day conference, designed to enhance their ability to serve and protect individuals on the autism spectrum. The post Two-day Autism Response Training For First Responders Coming to Franklin appeared first on The University of Tennessee System.
- KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — University of Tennessee System President Randy Boyd will visit Crockett County and South Gibson County high schools on Thursday, Oct. 2, to speak with students about college opportunities and the value of higher education. The post University of Tennessee System President Randy Boyd to Visit High Schools in West Tennessee Oct. 2 […]
- University of Tennessee System President Randy Boyd continues to visit high schools across Tennessee with scheduled stops at La Vergne, Smyrna and Blackman high schools on Wednesday, Oct. 1, to speak with students about college opportunities and the value of higher education. The post University of Tennessee System President Randy Boyd to Visit Middle Tennessee […]
- The University of Tennessee (UT) Center for Industrial Services (CIS) was one of three recipients of grants awarded from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). The post Center for Industrial Services Receives SBA Grant to Assist Small Manufacturers appeared first on The University of Tennessee System.