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

114th General Assembly - Year 2

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

114th General Assembly - Year 2

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. Their … Continued

114th General Assembly - Year 1