History and Tradition

When you think about UT, what makes you smile? From our academics to our traditions and our campus to the people who give it life, here are just a few things our students, faculty, staff, and alumni love about this place we call home sweet home.

From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, Vols tell us about their favorite places on campus—past and present.

Take a dive into some interesting facts from UT’s long and storied history in women’s athletics.

From the first women’s basketball games in the 1890s to the game-changing Pat Summitt and beyond—take a look at how the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame in Knoxville is honoring the past, celebrating the present, and promoting the future.

Take a look back at some highlights of the rivalry between the Lady Vols and UConn Huskies and how it changed the game of women’s basketball.

A wide-ranging project led by UT Libraries recounts the Chimney Tops 2 wildfires in Gatlinburg through stories and images.

In just the second year of the Josh Heupel era, Vol football had its best season in nearly two decades. With the historic season came some moments to remember. Take a look at a few that went viral.

It’s been 120 years since a newspaper reporter from Atlanta gave UT athletes a nickname with deep roots in Tennessee history that has become a state of mind for the entire UT community.

It’s been 50 years since the first time Vol fans heard the sweet sounds of “Rocky Top” in Neyland Stadium.

Get to know the long-eared pup that will soon take over the duties of his dad, Smokey X!