Awards
Tennessee Volunteers come from diverse backgrounds but share a common bond: lighting the way for others.
We are proud to recognize exceptional Volunteers of all ages and backgrounds through our awards and recognition programs.
Alumni Awards
Outstanding alumni from across the state, nation, and world are honored in four categories each fall at the Alumni Awards Gala.
Alumni Professional Achievement
Winners are selected by the UT Knoxville Alumni Board of Directors.
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Volunteer 40 Under 40
Recognizing personal or professional excellence in alumni under the age of 40.
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Rocky Top Business Awards
Recognizing the fastest-growing businesses owned or led by alumni.
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The Accomplished Alumni Award program recognizes UT alumni who have achieved great things in their profession, volunteer roles, or civic involvement.
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The Spirit of a Volunteer Award recognizes non-alumni who have contributed to the success of the university, spending time on campus (or virtually) teaching students, sharing dialogue with faculty, and engaging with other alumni and friends of UT.
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