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DIVISION OF STUDENT SUCCESS
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s we celebrate another year of remarkable progress, I am humbled by the collective impact of our Division of Student Success. This annual report is more than a reflection of our achievements—it is a testament to the shared commitment to empowering scholars to thrive academically, personally, and professionally. This year, we have embraced innovation and intentionality across every facet of the scholar experience. Whether through transformative programs like VOLintern, which created 77 internships across 54 campus units, or the addition of Vols Study 24/7, which provides after-hours academic support, each initiative represents our unwavering dedication to meeting scholars where they are and helping them reach new heights. In addition, our faculty and staff have continued to advance the Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP), a guiding framework that places well-being, strengths, and career readiness at the center of the Volunteer experience. The numbers tell a powerful story with 45% of scholars earning Vol Edge Credit for intentional career development, 99% of UT Promise on Rocky Top students ending the 2025-2026 year on academic good standing, and ranking in the top 10 for Best Honors Colleges. But behind every statistic is a scholar whose life has been touched by the people, programs, and partnerships that define the Division of Student Success.
Together, we are shaping a future that transforms persistence into purpose, belonging into brilliance, and talents into meaningful contributions to the world. As we look ahead, the opening of the new Student Success Center in 2027 represents a bold new chapter in our journey. This dynamic space will bring together classrooms, testing rooms, student lounges, and a wide range of services, creating an inspiring destination for innovation and connection. It is a physical manifestation of our commitment to helping every Volunteer strengthen their academic journey and prepare for a future filled with possibility. Thank you for joining us in this work. Your support, collaboration, and belief in our mission are the foundation of our success. Together, we will continue to empower scholars to dream bigger, achieve more, and lead lives of impact. With gratitude and hope, Amber Williams, EdD Senior Vice Provost for Student Success & Chief Honors Officer
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he celebration of five years of the Division of Student Success marked a moment of recognition and reflection for the strides made toward supporting every Volunteer at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
Building for the Future
In the succeeding academic year, we strengthened the foundation for student success through innovative programs, meaningful partnerships, and unwavering support for our scholars. As the sixth year comes to an end, we look forward with a clear vision: Building for the Future, together. Our vision is built on a continued commitment toward creating new pathways for belonging, achievement, and lifelong success for the students of today and the generations of Vols to come.
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FALL 2026
GRADUATION & RETENTION
93.1%
FIRST-YEAR RETENTION Four consecutive years of growth
71.4%
FIRST-YEAR GRADUATION
A record high—and up 4.6% from last year
41,287
ENROLLMENT
A 2.1% increase and university record
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HIGHLIGHTS Named #8 Honors College by College Transitions Top Fulbright Producer for the 8th Year in a Row Received Gold designation from Military Friendly®
Nearly 19,000 Students Engaged in Vol Edge Launched VOLintern, providing 77 internships across 54 campus units Launched Vols Study 24/7, providing after-hours online support to students
STUDENT REFLECTIONS
Strengths Learning
“I used my Learner strength to learn from architecture students who won best in class rather than feeling sad about not winning myself. I used it as an opportunity to improve.” 7
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Career Readiness “I learned how to speak to employers at events. I felt comfortable introducing myself and explaining why I would be a good fit for their internship.”
BUILDING FOR THE FUTURE
Strengthening Student Success Through the QEP Intentional student investment is the foundation for the future of student success. For university faculty and staff, the Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP) serves as a guiding framework for advancing the holistic experiences that help students to thrive academically, personally, and professionally. The plan places an intentional focus on student well-being, strengths, and career readiness, shaping a more connected and supportive Volunteer experience and empowering students with the skills and confidence to remain purposeful in today’s evolving landscape.
2025-2026 Accomplishments Strengthened the intersection between faculty and the QEP through the addition of four faculty advisors. Each specializing in different sectors within the QEP, advisors will oversee career readiness, well-being, strengths-based learning, and academic momentum. Approximately 84% of students reported the value of utilizing their strengths toward the completion of learning or career-related tasks. Extended application of the Success Grant to support faculty curriculum in high-impact courses, resulting in one completion, two in-progress, and three grants in the early developmental stages.
Academic Well-Being “With the connections to instructors, my TAs, and classmates, I was able to benefit greatly overall in succeeding to the best of my ability. With combined effects from everyone, my understanding was enhanced and improved greatly.”
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THE VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE From the opening of the acceptance letter to the moving of the tassel and beyond, the Volunteer Experience fosters meaningful connections, builds powerful resources, and creates memorable experiences that stay with students through every stage of their journey. At UT, students use CliftonStrengths to develop their talents into purpose and performance. Identifying and building upon their unique skills and characteristics serves as a launching point toward their success. Led by the tenets of the Volunteer Experience and CliftonStrengths insight, our Vol Success Teams surround students at pivotal moments with coordinated, holistic support, ensuring students thrive academically, personally, and professionally.
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Vol Success Teams
supporting scholars on their academic journey ACADEMIC ADVISOR
FACULTY YOU
PEER/FACULTY MENTOR
ACADEMIC OR HONORS COACH
ONE STOP COUNSELOR
After a student’s first year, a Career Coach takes the place of the Academic Coach, to help students develop their professional skills and prepare them for life after UT.
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Vols Study 24/7 Vols Study 24/7 expands access to academic assistance by providing online support to our undergraduate Vols anytime, anywhere. By integrating directly into Canvas, Vols Study 24/7 meets students where they are and offers scholars live and on-demand tutoring, writing support, study tools, and personalized learning resources across more than 150 subjects.
MEETING SCHOLARS WHERE THEY ARE. Live and on-demand learning assistance, writing support, study tools, and personalized resources across more than 150 subjects.
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This free-to-students program helps to strengthen existing Academic Success Center services and the university's broader network of support by extending its reach beyond campus walls and traditional operating hours, helping to remove barriers that may prevent scholars from seeking academic help. As our scholars' needs continue to evolve, innovative solutions like Vols Study 24/7 ensure every Volunteer has access to the resources, guidance, and support they need in order to foster their academic confidence, persistence, and long-term success.
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edicated teams power the Division of Student Success.
Departmental Successes
From academic support and career readiness to access and engagement, our teams work collaboratively across the student experience to help each Volunteer flourish.
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The accomplishments highlighted reflect the collective impact of teams committed to building a stronger future for UT students.
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Academic Success Center The Academic Success Center develops confident students through personalized academic coaching and evidence-based academic programming. The Vol Study Center, a collective of collaborative study spaces available across the university campus, provides peer learning assistance and supplemental instruction to connect classroom content with fundamental learning habits.
2025-2026 Accomplishments Provided specialized academic support to 44.5% of the university’s 33,624 undergraduate population, totaling 14,963 students Supported 639 undergraduate students in achieving academic recovery, with 43.5% returning to good academic standing. Students who engaged in both academic success modules and coaching achieved success rates more than twice those of non-participants, while 98% of first-time, full-time freshmen on probation finished the academic year in good standing Performed 284,709 more total student learning interactions across Vol Study Center locations, a 54.2% increase year over year Redesigned the academic alert system to recognize positive academic performance alongside performance concerns. Overall alerts increased by 131.5%, with positive alerts accounting for 32.4% of all submissions
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DEPARTMENTAL SUCCESSES
Academic Coaching
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The most valuable aspect of my meeting was the personalized advice I received... This discussion also boosted my confidence in my academic strategy.”
The Academic Success Center will continue to leverage data to identify trends and connect students with support as early as possible. In addition, the ASC will continue to promote alerts as a tool to both recognize positive academic progress as meaningful reinforcement and as an academic performance flag for ASC intervention to help students stay on track.
“The biggest take away I left with was Caitlin reminding me to remind myself of my ‘why’. We can talk about ways to study all day, but this was the biggest motivation I’ve had.
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Center for Career Development & Academic Exploration The Center for Career Development & Academic Exploration equips students to align academic pursuits with career-building opportunities to prepare for life after graduation. Professional coaching, experiential learning, connecting with employers, and career readiness programming empower Volunteers to gain experience and pursue impactful futures with confidence and purpose.
90.2%
POSITIVE CAREER OUTCOMES
with 62.9% of graduates gaining employment and 26.3% continuing their education.
2025-2026 Accomplishments 210,212 jobs and internships available to students through Handshake platform 5,392 Career Coaching interactions • 2,268 appointments • 284 drop-in appointments • 134 presentations and workshops 91% retention rate for University Exploratory students
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DEPARTMENTAL SUCCESSES
$60,060 median starting salary of graduating students
VOLintern partners with university departments to provide paid experiential learning opportunities for students in underserved majors, aligning pre-professional experience with career outcome gaps and workforce trends. In its pilot, the program earned 100% satisfaction in overall experience, skill development, and industry learning, with all respondents reporting a positive impact on their post-graduation goals and a 92.3 Net Promoter Score.
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After leaving I felt more confident in my future both in and outside of UT.
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Vol Edge establishes and strengthens career readiness in undergraduate students, building confidence for life after graduation. Interactive modules introduce career concepts, preparing students to engage in experiential learning opportunities, and understand how to communicate the value of those experiences to potential employers.
2025-2026 Accomplishments 45% of undergraduate students have earned Vol Edge credit Introduced Vol Edge Completion to official transcript & awarded a special cord of recognition
CAREER CONFIDENCE
56%
before modules
90%
after modules
Looking Forward The Center for Career Development & Academic Exploration will launch the third phase of the Vol Edge and further expand the VOLintern Program. Together with ongoing advancements, the center will reinforce career development across campus, integrating career readiness into student organizations, residence life, and other co-curricular experiences. With a unified strategy, campus partners will be better equipped to facilitate career development opportunities and connect students to resources for earlier career consciousness.
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18,721 total students have earned Vol Edge credit
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First-Year Experience & Transition First-Year Experience & Transition welcomes first-year and transfer students to the university through a comprehensive, multi-phase onboarding experience. Introducing students to the people, resources, and opportunities essential to student success at Rocky Top, students participate in first-year advising and a series of fall and spring welcome events to familiarize themselves with UT and understand the resources available to help them succeed.
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Online Introduction to UT 98% of students reported Vol 101 made them feel more comfortable about their decision to come to UT
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New Student Advising 96% of students reported increased confidence in their major after meeting with their advisor
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On-Campus Experience 96% of students reported that Vol 103 informed them about resources for success
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DEPARTMENTAL SUCCESSES
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Big Orange Welcome (over 800 events during the first six weeks)
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So impressed with the thoughtfulness of how UT approaches student experience success and retention! - Family Member Thank you all so much for this program! It brought me so much peace about my decision at UT! - Student
97% of students reporting meeting someone new during their first 2 weeks on campus
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First-Year Seminar Students who took a first-year seminar course earned an average GPA of 3.47, compared to a 3.31 GPA for those who did not take the course.
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Vols Start Back 100% of students reporting feeling more prepared to succeed academically after attending Vol 106
Looking Forward First-Year Experience & Transition will introduce cohort-based programming to support incoming students with distinct transition needs. Expanding programming and strengthening the university’s tailored experiences will enhance belonging, engagement, and student success from the start of a Vol’s journey at UT.
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Strategic Initiatives The Strategic Initiatives team cultivates meaningful partnerships across campus and beyond to turn shared goals into lasting, campus-wide impact. The Volunteer Experience Faculty Fellows and Student Success Grants advance this work by supporting innovative, evidencebased approaches to teaching and learning, including efforts to redesign high-enrollment and gateway courses while improving student well-being and closing academic achievement gaps.
2025-2026 Accomplishments Completed the Finite Math Grant, increasing course completion by 11 percentage points (60.1% to 71.1%) Introduced two additional Student Success Grants with General Chemistry & Calculus Welcomed a new Faculty Advisory Council, incorporating one representative from each undergraduate-serving College and Libraries
Directed the third cohort of Volunteer Experience Faculty Fellows, engaging 21 faculty members in professional development focused on strategies to support student well-being. Fellows completed the program prepared to share evidence-informed practices with their colleagues and advance student success. The program has now engaged 53 faculty fellows.
Looking Forward The Strategic Initiatives team will continue to increase formalized partnerships with faculty, striving to support student success at scale to tactically balance increasing university enrollment and student need.
MEANINGFUL PARTNERSHIPS. CAMPUS-WIDE IMPACT.
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Volunteer Experience Faculty Fellows
Faculty Advisory Council
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Strategic Programming Strategic Programming bridges divisional initiatives and intentional programming to enhance the Volunteer experience. Connecting students to resources across the division, the unit supports student discovery on the path to academic, individual, and professional success.
49,511 STUDENT TOUCHPOINTS
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UNIQUE STUDENT ATTENDEES
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Student Success Express Student Success Express prioritizes student flexibility with extended evening hours, expanding access to essential resources and services. Hosted in John C. Hodges Library, division and One Stop representatives provide academic coaching, career development, and specialized workshops, all tailored to student needs. 2025-2026 saw 3x the engagement as the 2024-2025 academic year, resulting in over 900 scholars utilizing the service.
Looking Forward Strategic Programming will increase collaboration across division programming, effectively strengthening student engagement, and recognition of division resources.
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Undergraduate Research & Fellowships Undergraduate Research & Fellowships shapes undergraduate research involvement, empowering students across disciplines to pursue nationally competitive fellowships and creative activity. Topical workshops, campus-wide exhibitions, and tailored advising expose students to research pathways and foundational mentorship for success.
8th year
of Being a Top Fulbright Producing Institution
2025-2026 Accomplishments Hosted the 30th Exhibition of Undergraduate Research and Creative Achievement (EURēCA), crowning 30 years of more than 11,000 students sharing research and creative projects Supported 974 students presenting across the division’s Summer Research Symposium, Discovery Day, and EURēCA Advised 179 applications for internal and external undergraduate fellowships, resulting in 62 students receiving fellowship awards Funded 238 student researchers
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30 years of EURēCA
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DEPARTMENTAL SUCCESSES
I’ve always wanted to try research and that is one of my long-term goals so I was just happy to set foot in a lab. Being behind the scenes really allowed me to understand and truly appreciate the amount of work, time, dedication that goes into research.”
“I greatly enjoyed the opportunity to meet new people doing the same work I one day want to do, and getting a realistic impression of what it’s like to work in academic research. Seeing all of the different roles played and types of work in my lab helped me decide what exactly I desire from graduate school.
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Fellowship Highlights • UT’s 5th Truman Scholar (first since 2022) • 1 Udall Scholar (first since 2021) • 9 Fulbright US Student Program Grantees • 2 Goldwater Scholars • 3 Boren Scholars • 1 CLS Recipient • 12 NSF-GRFP Recipients • 3 DAAD Rise Recipients • 1 Eerasmus Mundus Recipient • 29 Gilman Scholarship Recipients
Looking Forward Undergraduate Research & Fellowships will expand university-wide access and support for undergraduate research, strengthening academic and professional development through curated high impact learning opportunities.
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HONOR S C OLLE G E I N
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University Honors University Honors develops scholars into influential thinkers, problem-solvers, and leaders through two interdisciplinary programs—the Chancellor’s Honors Program and the Haslam Leadership Scholars program. University Honors experienced unprecedented momentum in the 2025-2026 academic year, fueled by national recognition,
record recruitment success, and increased student engagement. Through a rigorous academic experience, leadership development opportunities, and a strong sense of community, the program continues to attract and prepare high-achieving students to make meaningful contributions at UT and beyond.
DEPARTMENTAL SUCCESSES
2025-2026 Accomplishments Named the #8 Honors College in the nation by College Transitions, a ranking determined by the quality of incoming students, extensive honors benefits and opportunities, and an academic experience designed to challenge and support student success Graduated 463 University Honors scholars Total event engagement: 3,575
129%
increase in Honors enrollment confirmations
Inaugural spring recruitment weekends welcomed nearly 500 admitted Honors scholars to campus, with 64% confirming their enrollment A year of unprecedented momentum as confirmations rose by 129% year-over-year, concluding the 2026 admissions cycle with 755 scholars confirming to the Chancellor’s Honors Program
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University Honors Scholars graduates
Incoming Haslam Leadership Scholars
Incoming Chancellor’s Honors Program Class
Looking Forward University Honors will strategize intentional approaches for expanding future incoming classes, preserving the program’s recognized excellence and personalized experiences while drawing the nation’s brightest to the university.
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UT Promise on Rocky Top UT Promise on Rocky Top is a distinctive cohort-based experience at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, serving students who are eligible for the UT Promise Scholarship as well as recipients of the Power T Scholarship. Scholars participate in a comprehensive initiative designed to provide the resources, mentorship, and service-learning opportunities needed to thrive. UT Promise on Rocky Top helps students excel academically while fostering professional growth and personal development throughout their college experience.
2025-2026 Accomplishments Provided tailored success resources and services, resulting in 99% of scholars completing their Spring 2026 semester on academic good standing Delivered proactive advising and scholarship-renewal support to help more than 90% of sophomore and junior scholars maintain scholarship eligibility Oversaw the completion of 3,603 service-learning hours in the Spring 2026 semester
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As a UT Promise student, the program has played a huge role in helping me adjust to college. The required support, especially academic coaching, helped me get back on track by giving me structure, accountability, and someone in my corner. Because of UT Promise, I was able to turn my grades around and feel more confident navigating college overall.” -First Year UT Promise Scholar
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DEPARTMENTAL SUCCESSES
Looking Forward: Rocky Top Scholars The next evolution of this work places UT Promise on Rocky Top within the broader Rocky Top Scholars initiative, a comprehensive, cohort-based program designed to support students from their first semester through graduation through structured academic support, mentorship, and intentional engagement opportunities.
and prepare for life beyond UT. Rocky Top Scholars strengthens that experience by connecting UT Promise, Tennessee Pledge, and Flagship scholarship recipients to academic coaching and advising, peer mentorship, campus resources, and career and professional development opportunities that keep them engaged and on track throughout their college journey.
Building on the foundation of UT Promise on Rocky Top, which has emphasized financial aid, mentorship, and service-learning as key components of student success, this expanded model creates an even more intentional four-year pathway that helps scholars thrive academically, grow personally,
It is also a major university priority, with Chancellor Donde Plowman identifying Rocky Top Scholars as one of the key strategies UT will use to improve graduation outcomes and advance its broader student success goals through 2030.
Fall 2026 Rocky Top Scholars cohort
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M I L I T A R Y
F R I E N D L Y®
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Veterans Benefits & Success The Veterans Benefits Administration and Veterans Success Center integrate veterans and military-connected students into the university community, coordinating educational benefits management and student-centered programming to guide the transition to civilian life. Dedicated staff lead academic advising and coaching, career engagement opportunities, and community-building initiatives, establishing belonging amongst military-connected students and families. First of its kind, the Veteran Impact Program supports first-year veterans transitioning into higher education and life at UT.
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Further implementation and expansion of this retention focused initiative will provide additional programming related to academic success, professional development, and well-being for incoming student veterans. The VIP achieved a 95% retention rate among participating scholars. $128,964.50 in scholarships were awarded to reduce financial barriers impacting student persistence and graduation.
2025-2026 Accomplishments Celebrated 204 veteran graduates at Mission Accomplished: Veterans Showcase Increased student engagement 77% year over year, demonstrating growth in the utilization of VSC services Received a Military Friendly® Gold Designation, Military Friendly®’s highest designation for military support, for 2026-2027
$128,964.50 IN SCHOLARSHIPS
77% increase
IN STUDENT ENGAGEMENT
Received Tennessee Higher Education Commission (THEC) Best for Vets Campus Award in recognition of exemplary service to veterans
Looking Forward The Veterans Benefits Administration and Veterans Success Center will incorporate data-informed practices, expanding and strengthening military-connected student and family support to improve preparation for success after graduation.
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Building the Future A bold new chapter is rising at the heart of campus. Scheduled to open in fall 2027, the Student Success Center will create a dynamic home for the people, programs, and spaces that help Vols thrive.
Student Success Center
Located on the original site of Melrose Hall and spanning more than 116,000 square feet, the center will bring together classrooms, testing rooms, student lounges, and a wide range of student success services in one inspiring destination. More than a building, it represents UT’s continued commitment to helping every student strengthen their academic journey, expand their sense of possibility, and prepare for a meaningful future.
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“This building is more than walls and services; it’s a space where the Student Success team comes together to ignite innovation and create possibilities scholars have never seen before. Here, we are shaping a future that transforms persistence into purpose and belonging into brilliance. - Amber Williams Senior Vice Provost for Student Success & Chief Honors Officer
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DIVISION OF STUDENT SUCCESS 1331 Circle Park Drive, Andy Holt Tower, Suite 505, Knoxville, TN studentsuccess.utk.edu