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.
The University of Tennessee Division of Government Relations, Advocacy, and Economic Development is seeking a legislative intern for the Spring 2027 semester (January–May). This is a unique opportunity for a UT undergraduate junior or senior, or graduate student interested in the intersection of higher education policy, state government, and economic development to gain hands-on experience … Continued
The Tennessee General Assembly recently approved the $58.3B state budget for the 2027 fiscal year. We are especially grateful for the $311 million in funding that was provided to support our top priority for the session – a new College of Medicine Interdisciplinary Building at the UT Health Science Center. This represents the state’s single … Continued
Rendering of the proposed UTHSC College of Medicine Interdisciplinary Building On February 2, Governor Bill Lee delivered his final State of the State Address and released his proposed budget, which includes multiple investments in higher education and the University of Tennessee System. One notable proposed budget item carries significant implications for the state’s growing health … Continued
President Randy Boyd represented the UT System at the Tennessee Higher Education Commission (THEC) budget hearing this week. At the hearing, THEC presented its higher education funding recommendations to Governor Bill Lee for his consideration to include in the FY 26-27 state budget. The Commission’s proposed spending plan notably includes: $73.8M to fully fund the … Continued
