All Updates
Update for Parents
March 11, 2020An update for parents on significant decisions announced today by Chancellor Donde Plowman.
Housing Update for Volunteer Bridge Students
March 11, 2020We understand Pellissippi State has not transitioned to online classes and you may need to continue to live on campus.
Housing Update for Campus Residents
March 11, 2020To ensure the health and safety of our Volunteer community, you are expected not to return to campus after spring break and should plan to complete your coursework from home.
From the Chancellor: Transitioning to online classes following spring break
March 11, 2020All coursework will move online following spring break.
For faculty and staff: Additional guidance on domestic travel
March 11, 2020Updates include definitions of essential travel, process for exceptions
Spring break and coronavirus: What students need to know
March 10, 2020As spring break approaches during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, the Student Health Center urges you to carefully monitor the situation at your travel destination and be prepared for the possibility that you may not be able to come back to campus as planned.
From the Provost: Online coursework planning and resources
March 10, 2020Now is the time to plan how your courses could be shifted online in a manner that maintains the high quality and rigor that you provide in the classroom.
From the Chancellor: Coronavirus updates
March 10, 2020As coronavirus (COVID-19) cases continue to emerge, I want to keep you updated on the latest decisions impacting our campus
Letter to Laurel Hall residents about visiting ELI students
March 10, 2020We understand many of you have questions about a group of visiting students staying in Laurel Hall. We understand you may be concerned, and we want to provide you with additional information. On March 3, a group of 12 students from Japan arrived on campus as part of the English Language Institute (ELI) for a five-month immersion program. None of the students had or have any symptoms associated with coronavirus (COVID-19).
For faculty, staff: More guidance on travel reimbursement
March 06, 2020More detailed guidance on travel reimbursement has been added to the FAQs for faculty and staff.
Prevention steps being taken in residence halls
March 06, 2020University Housing staff is working daily to reduce the possibility of exposure.
From the Chancellor: Coronavirus updates and travel restrictions
March 05, 2020There has not been a confirmed case of COVID-19 on our campus. However, a case has been confirmed in Tennessee, and it is unlikely that UT Knoxville or any other college campus will be able to avoid the impacts of the virus.
Website launched to serve as comprehensive resource for coronavirus (COVID-19)
March 05, 2020As the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak continues to evolve, the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, has launched a comprehensive resource for students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
UT suspends Spring Study Abroad Programs in Italy
February 29, 2020The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, suspended its spring study abroad programs in Italy on Friday and is working with the 33 affected students to return them to the US and complete their academic coursework.
University monitoring coronavirus outbreak
January 29, 2020The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, is coordinating with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Tennessee Department of Health, the Knox County Health Department (KCHD), and international health safety and security agencies to closely monitor the ongoing coronavirus outbreak in China.