• Looking Ahead: Homecoming 2025 Brings Together Volunteers for a Week of Big Orange Pride

    Looking Ahead: Homecoming 2025 Brings Together Volunteers for a Week of Big Orange Pride

    Homecoming 2025 is right around the corner! During the week of November 9-15, a variety of activities and celebrations will be taking place, bringing together students and alumni alike to celebrate what it means to be a Volunteer. From Tower of Cans, to Rocky Top Dog, to the annual Homecoming Parade, all students can look…

  • Fall Break Activities for Students in Knoxville

    Fall Break Activities for Students in Knoxville

    Staying in Knoxville for fall break? A long weekend is the perfect time to venture off campus and explore the beauty of East Tennessee! For those that love to spend time outdoors, Ijams Nature Center and Meads Quarry are two nearby attractions perfect to explore during the fall months. With the fall foliage beginning to…

  • Caribbean Student Association President Highlights Caribbean Culture Through Art Exhibit

    Caribbean Student Association President Highlights Caribbean Culture Through Art Exhibit

    During April, a special art exhibit was hosted by the Office for Campus Culture and Community at the Frieson Black Cultural Center at the University of Tennessee. The exhibit was named Caribbean Currents with a theme of “Take Me Home” and featured cultural artifacts and student contributions along with musical and visual works from artists…

  • Supporting Your Well-Being at UT: Resources Through Student Life

    Supporting Your Well-Being at UT: Resources Through Student Life

    College is about more than just academics—it’s about growing as a person, finding your community, and thriving in every aspect of life. Student Life is here to support you with resources that align with the 8 Dimensions of Wellness: physical, environmental, financial, intellectual, spiritual, occupational, emotional, and social. For more information on the 8 Dimensions…

  • Translating Her Volunteer Experience into Student Advocacy

    Translating Her Volunteer Experience into Student Advocacy

    The lifelong dream of a University of Tennessee alumna has come to fruition at Saint Mary’s College, Notre Dame, thanks in part to the work of UT’s Student Disability Services. As a PhD student at UT, Kaycee Bills was invited to become a member of Delta Alpha Pi, a national honor society for students with…

  • Top Study Spots on Campus That are Not in the Library

    Top Study Spots on Campus That are Not in the Library

    Studying is an essential part of college and requires a lot of time and concentration. It’s important to find a place free of distractions that allows you to think clearly. While library locations like Hodges or Pendergrass are a great place to start, there are dozens of other locations on and around campus that can…

  • How to Book an Appointment with the Student Health Center

    The Student Health Center works to meet your health care needs on campus. There are a few ways to book an appointment at the Student Health Center, and we included a how-to guide below to help you set up your first appointment! The center provides non-emergent, outpatient medical care by appointment only for all currently enrolled…

  • Caring and Wellness for All Vols

    Caring and Wellness for All Vols

    Living a full, balanced life is critical to your success and wellness at UT. Being a healthy Vol means prioritizing your wellness and taking proactive steps to avoid the common cold and flu, eating a balanced diet, being physically active, and getting enough sleep. It also means building a social network, relieving stress, and knowing…

  • How to Lead, Serve, and Make an Impact at UT

    How to Lead, Serve, and Make an Impact at UT

    It may be summer, but you’re probably already thinking about what your first year on campus will look like: what events you want to go to, finding the perfect spot to study, and how you want to get involved. If you’re looking to make an impact at UT and expand your leadership skills, there are…

  • A Year of Firsts

    “Rocky Top” played from your welcome card from the University of Tennessee. Your family and friends cheered you on for taking a big step into adulthood, and now an incredible year of firsts awaits you. Welcome to Rocky Top! Whether you’re feeling a little nervous or absolutely thrilled (or both!), this is the beginning of…