A Historic Year for UT: Thank You, Advocates!
The Tennessee General Assembly has officially passed its $59.8 billion budget for FY 25-26, and it includes transformational investments that will benefit University of Tennessee campuses and institutes across the state. We are especially grateful to the Tennessee General Assembly and Gov. Bill Lee for their continued support and investment in the UT System. … Continued
UT Receives Historic Capital Investments in Proposed Budget
Last week, Gov. Bill Lee presented his 2025 State of the State address, reaffirming Tennessee’s strong commitment to higher education and the University of Tennessee System’s vital role in shaping the state’s future. Notably, Gov. Lee is proposing historic investments in UT’s infrastructure. Capital improvements have been a top priority this year, and Gov. Lee … Continued
UT Institute of Agriculture Requests Funding for Farming Optimization
Tennessee’s agricultural industry is at a crossroads. As the state’s number one economic driver—generating over $89 billion in economic impact and supporting nearly 360,000 jobs—agriculture is facing mounting challenges from land conversion and increasing demands for efficiency and sustainability. In response, the University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture (UTIA) has submitted a $3 million recurring … Continued
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