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UT Advocacy is the official grassroots network of the University of Tennessee.

Our UT Advocates are thousands of alumni, employees, students and friends who believe in the University’s value to all Tennesseans and share that message with elected officials. We believe that your voice matters, and together, we can make a difference. Become an advocate today.


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UT Government Relations Team Seeking Legislative Intern for 2025 Spring Semester

The University of Tennessee Office of Government Relations & Advocacy is seeking a legislative intern for the 2025 spring semester (January-May). This is an opportunity for a graduate or undergraduate student with an interest in the intersection of higher education policy and politics to gain unique experience in both federal and state government relations and … Continued



Governor Lee Releases Proposed Budget Amendment

  The Lee Administration released its amendment to the 2024-2025 fiscal year proposed budget. The amendment adjusts the governor’s original proposal based on the state’s revenue trends. Along with most of the key UT investments the governor proposed at the beginning of the year, the amendment adds authorization language and additional funds to support UT … Continued


President Randy Boyd Testifies at House Budget Hearing

  The House Finance, Ways, and Means Committee held budget hearings for public higher education institutions and the Tennessee Higher Education Commission on February 14. UT President Randy Boyd testified on behalf of the University of Tennessee, providing an update about the System and outlining UT funding priorities. He began his budget testimony by thanking … Continued


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