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08/29/2026

A college degree is an investment in your future.

At UT, more than half of students graduate debt free, and a bachelor’s degree adds an average of $1.5 million in lifetime earnings.

The facts are clear: higher education continues to create opportunity, strengthen Tennessee’s workforce and open doors for generations to come.

Read more: https://tennessee.edu/news/2026/08/20/college-is-worth-it-tennesseans-agree/

08/25/2026

Dolly Parton’s impact on Tennessee is immeasurable. An East Tennessee native and country music legend, she showed the world what it means to lead with heart and give back to the place you call home.

From the Imagination Library to her partnership with UT Knoxville, Dolly made Tennessee better. Her impact will live on for generations to come 🧡

08/25/2026

First day back and we’re feeling Moc-tastic 💛
New classes, familiar faces and plenty of first-day energy on campus. Here’s to a great semester, Mocs!

08/24/2026

A new semester starts in Martin! From the quad to the classroom, it’s time to settle in, get to know your surroundings and make this semester your own. Happy first day, Skyhawks!

08/20/2026

08/19/2026

The first day is here, Firehawks!

Whether you’re stepping onto campus for the first time or returning for another semester, welcome to UT Southern. Here’s to a great year!

08/17/2026

Postcards from Rocky Top 💌

Happy first day of classes, Vols! Tag someone you’re excited to see back on campus 👇

08/15/2026

Summer has been good to us, but there’s nothing quite like watching our campuses come back to life 👀 🎓

We’re so excited to welcome you back for another year across the UT System!

08/13/2026

Rick Scarbrough is retiring after eight years leading the Law Enforcement Innovation Center, an agency for The University of Tennessee Institute for Public Service. David Moore will serve as interim executive director, continuing LEIC’s work supporting law enforcement across Tennessee and the nation.

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Law Enforcement Innovation Center (LEIC) Executive Director Rick Scarbrough has announced his retirement after eight years .

08/10/2026

PULASKI, Tenn. – This fall, the University of Tennessee Southern will welcome two students whose journey to campus spans more than 2,000 miles, years of perseverance and a shared commitment […]