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What began in 1794 as a small college in the Southwest Territory is now Tennessee’s flagship university and premier public research institution. For more than 225 years, Volunteers have been lighting the way for others, across Tennessee and throughout the world.

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The Volunteer Spirit

Volunteers—that’s who we are. Our unique character is built on our region’s history of showing up to serve. In our community, across the state, and around the world, our Volunteer family is changing lives for the better through our service work, educational excellence, and expertise.

University Printing and Mail’s Travis Andrew creates stickers
Posted on June 19, 2020

Volunteers in Action

When COVID-19 interrupted life on Rocky Top, UT responded. It’s what we do. It’s who we are.

the gold service medallion
Posted on May 28, 2020May 28, 2020

73 Graduates Each Complete over 225 Hours of Service

To celebrate UT’s 225th anniversary, the Jones Center for Leadership and Service designed a three-tiered medallion system to recognize students who log over 100 hours of community service during their academic career.

Wei Zheng, associate professor of business analytics and statistics, a staff member at The Villages of Farragut Senior Living, Luyi Yin, volunteer with East Tennessee Chinese/Chinese American Care, and Lei Xu, co-founder of ETCCAC
Posted on May 22, 2020

UT Faculty, Staff, and Students Form COVID-19 Relief Group

The COVID-19 pandemic has prompted numerous efforts aimed at making sure medical personnel have the equipment they need. One such initiative in Knoxville is East Tennessee Chinese/Chinese American Care.

Smokey the mascot dances in the Student Union's Rocky Top hallway
Posted on May 19, 2020May 19, 2020

Stepping Up to Support Alumni, Students, and Future Vols

UT’s Office of Advancement has found a variety of ways to stay connected with Vols across the country amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

fabric masks
Posted on May 18, 2020May 18, 2020

Clarence Brown Theatre Sews Masks for Medical Professionals

Aware of the shortage of personal protective equipment during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Clarence Brown Theatre costume shop began making masks to donate.

fabric masks
Posted on May 15, 2020

Volunteers Step up to Serve

As the nation adjusts to social distancing and other COVID-19 safety measures, many UT alumni are pitching in to help neighbors cope.

A team of more than a dozen graduate and undergraduate students led by Alex Stiles, a doctoral student in energy science and engineering, has been working day and night to contribute to the production of the headbands
Posted on May 15, 2020May 15, 2020

UT Labs Produce Face-Shield Components for Health Care Workers

In labs across campus, faculty and staff are fabricating face-shield headbands to protect Tennessee medical professionals against COVID-19.

researchers donate materials
Posted on May 14, 2020May 14, 2020

Research Teams Donate Lab Materials to Health Care

After reading about shortages of personal protective equipment and laboratory supplies, faculty members contacted emergency management to donate materials.

Gus Manning
Posted on January 17, 2020

A True Volunteer Legend

From famous athletes and coaches to everyday people, the content of Gus Manning’s guest book reveals the depth of his impact at UT.

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