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Sustainability scientist Alaina Wood (’17) is using her growing social media platform to let others know that it’s not all doom and gloom when it comes to our climate and it’s never too late to make a difference for the world around us.
After running track for UT, leaving early to turn professional, and becoming an Olympic medalist, Tianna Madison returned to finish what she started—a bachelor’s degree in social work.
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.
Brianna Mason Broady (’17, ’18) made history as the first Miss Tennessee who is Black, and she used her platform to expand the work of a club she started as a student at UT to help students with autism.
Each year, UT’s Esports Club taps into its passion for video games to raise money for East Tennessee Children’s Hospital through Extra Life, a gaming marathon that encourages donations for …
Ashley Rogers is a phenom on the field and a pioneer in the biomechanics lab, where she’s studying her own softball injuries to help future players.
UT has built an ecosystem of student support initiatives to make sure all Vols have the best chance at success.