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Home is so many things: the place where family and friends are, the comforting landmarks from childhood, and the origins of where one grows, and thrives. For Janna Abraham (’01), Tennessee is home, and she’s come back to it at just the right time. “This is where I’m from, this is who I am. I’m … Read more

The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, officially dedicated the Armed Forces Memorial honoring the sacrifice of students, faculty, and staff from all UT System campuses who died in the line of duty while in military service to the United States. The celebration on Thursday comes 102 years after Volunteers in 1920 began raising money for a … Read more

A group of 24 alumni of the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, were honored Friday, September 16, in the categories of promise, professional achievement, service, and distinction. Each has an inspiring story and has proudly demonstrated the Volunteer spirit, exhibiting strength and leadership and stepping forward to serve their alma mater and their communities. The awards, … Read more

Lynne Parker is returning to the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, after completing a four-year post as deputy United States chief technology officer and director of the National Artificial Intelligence Initiative Office within the White House. In that role, Parker oversaw the development and implementation of the national artificial intelligence strategy. Starting September 6, Parker will … Read more

August 17, 2022 The University of Tennessee, Knoxville’s Alumni Summer College returned fully in person in July, reaching the 40th anniversary since its founding in 1982—the same year Knoxville hosted the World’s Fair. As in years past, the program offered a host of course offerings and campus updates. Participants learned about topics such as the … Read more

Curtis Watson (’73), Tom Cruise, and Blue Angels Public Affairs Officer Doug Shamp when Watson flew Cruise to give the actor in preparation for the 1986 movie Top Gun.