Volunteer Stories

UT’s Class of 2023 grads are staying in Tennessee to fill high-impact jobs

UT is paving the way for a new humanities movement that will make life and lives better.

With nationwide teacher shortages causing a strain on schools and students, UT’s Grow Your Own program is helping teachers’ assistants get certified and step in front of the classroom.

Looking for connection and community at UT, first-generation college student Abigail Thongbai discovers a passion for volunteering and launches a career helping others.

UT has built an ecosystem of student support initiatives to make sure all Vols have the best chance at success.

Incoming nursing student and national ROTC scholarship recipient Joan Acosta prepares to lead and serve in more ways than one.

Five years after graduation, Azsha White reflects on how the university shaped her future.

As the founder of UT’s championship-winning VEX U team, Grant Kobes forged a Volunteer legacy in robotics, achieving his vision of leaving behind a world-class program focused on STEM outreach …

Through service and mentorship, graduating senior Chelsea Igbenu has made Rocky Top home—for herself and others.

Callie Canfield came to the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, to become a speech pathologist. Along the way, she’s creating unique opportunities to support students with disabilities.