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Because Vols Help Vols.
By supporting the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, you are changing lives. Your generosity ensures hardworking Volunteers are able to achieve their dreams. Your support creates a better future for our Volunteer community through exceptional student experiences, access to expert faculty, top-ranked academic programs, and enhanced learning environments.
We are grateful for your thoughtful demonstration of the Volunteer spirit.
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Scholarship Named for Inky Johnson Seeks to Encourage Perseverance
When he heard former University of Tennessee, Knoxville, football player Inquoris “Inky” Johnson speak during Homecoming of 2018, professor Dayakar Penumadu saw a spirit and character he felt worthy of recognition. Penumadu, the Fred N. Peebles Professor and Joint Institute for Advanced Materials Chair of Excellence in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, went …
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Four New Peyton Manning Scholars Bring Service and Commitment to UT
The Peyton Manning Scholarship, which is awarded to some of the brightest and most dedicated students from across the country, was presented by Manning himself on August 17 to four incoming first-year students at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. They will participate in the university’s prestigious Haslam Scholars Program and join 41 past and current …
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A Journey of Generosity
$1,334,519,166 Dollars raised during the Join the Journey campaign Campaign Priorities 996 Undergraduate scholarships established 320 Graduate fellowships and scholarships established 171 Faculty awards, professorships, and chairs established 4,844 Student-athletes received donor support
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UT Donors Rise to Meet Needs in Record Numbers
Generosity from University of Tennessee, Knoxville, alumni and friends reached a new record during the 2019–20 fiscal year. More than 50,000 donors chose to contribute to UT, and their support has helped the university continue its legacy as a top-tier public research university as well as supporting student success. “The entire Volunteer community can be …
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Fascinated by Childhood Creativity
Deanna Riley (’22), is a Haslam Scholar, which allows her to participate in service–learning opportunities at Pond Gap Elementary School. Make a Gift Deanna Riley has a very clear goal for her life, but that doesn’t mean she’s on a narrow path. A rising junior, Riley is studying neuroscience and Hispanic studies with the intent …
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UT Swimmer MC Brakefield Overcomes Many Obstacles
VOLeaders, a program which seeks to develop student–athletes as leaders, is made possible thanks to support from people like 1980 alumni Donnie and Terry Smith. Make a Gift When Vols struggle in life, other Vols step in to help them beat the odds and achieve great things. Mary Cayten Brakefield’s story is an example of …
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The Intersection Between Human Activity and the Environment
Joshua Fu is the John D. Tickle Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering in the Tickle College of Engineering. Make a Gift In the Tickle College of Engineering, Joshua Fu works to find solutions concerning human activity’s impact on air quality and public health. His work has taken on increased significance in …
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Focused on Social Work
Allison Elizabeth Bradley is a recipient of the Roger and Carol Nooe graduate fellowship. Make a Gift When Allison Elizabeth Bradley graduated with her master’s degree in social work in May, she was already well on her way to meeting her goal of becoming a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) and helping communities in Knoxville …
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UT Students Benefit from Donor Support to Student Emergency Fund
The Student Emergency Fund, established in the early days of the COVID-19 crisis, has garnered support as Vols from around the nation and world shared what resources they could to help meet the immediate needs of students experiencing hardship. Support Students in Need The University of Tennessee, Knoxville’s Student Emergency Fund, established in the early …
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