Flag being shown through campus.

UT’s Vols of Honor Scholarship has doubled its number of awards in just two years, impacting 23 students this fall. The scholarship program began in 2022 and benefits students with a parent or spouse who was disabled or killed in the line of duty as a military service member or first responder.

The Volunteer community raised over $2.5 million during the 12th annual Big Orange Give.

Vols poured out support for UT on Big Orange Give, our annual day of giving that directly supports students and initiatives. The 12th annual event raised more than $2.5 million — far exceeding the $1.5 million goal.

Shelia Smith and Mary Gunther

The Mary Gunther Endowed Scholarship ensures her legacy will continue, fueling the pipeline for nursing education at UT and impacting health care through future Volunteer nurses.

Brian Broyles

This year, Brian Broyles assumed leadership of the Division of Advancement, overseeing philanthropic initiatives and alumni engagement at UT.

UT Success Academy students on a program trip to Puerto Rico

The UT Success Academy is improving student retention and changing lives on Rocky Top. With continued investment it will increase opportunity and success for students for years to come.

Ellie Warchus-Simms and Devan Lane walk through the hallways of the

An Office for Career Development exists for the first time now in the College of Communication and Information thanks to the generous support of CCI alumna Suzanne Sackleh (’89).

Azaria Boyd stands in front of a butterfly mural on a brick wall

Because of scholarships, Azaria Boyd (Class of 2024) has been able to pursue hands-on learning opportunities, internships, summer jobs, and study abroad experiences through UT.

Joe Exum

Joe H. Exum Sr. (’52, ’77) and his 96 years have been dedicated to the communities that made him.

Connor Fox

Sophomore Connor Fox found his home on Rocky Top thanks to donor- and alumni-supported programs and opportunities like Ignite. Now he’s making an impact.