College: Graduate Health

Teaching and Learning Center Honors Teaching Excellence Across the Colleges

Written by Julian Piwowar

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Education

“It’s exciting to have so many of our amazing educators come together and be recognized for the time and effort they devote to giving their students and future health care providers at UT Health Science Center a top-notch education,” Tom Laughner, PhD, director of the University of Tennessee Health Science Center’s Teaching and Learning Center (TLC), said at the recent Annual Celebration of Teaching Excellence.… Read More

UT Health Science Center to Graduate 97 Students in 2024 Summer Commencement

Written by Janay Jeans

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Education

Ashley Austria says she has experienced more growth and confidence in herself while studying in the Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program in the College of Nursing. Now, she graduates with peace of mind knowing her tuition has been covered and she will begin working at Baptist Memorial Health Care after graduating, through the… Read More

Leadership Team Hitting Stride Toward Statewide Vision of Healthy Tennesseans. Thriving Communities.

Written by Peggy Reisser

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Clinical CareEducationPublic ServiceResearch

“We are in a good place and moving in a good direction,” Chancellor Peter Buckley, MD, told members of the University of Tennessee Health Science Center’s Advisory Board Friday during their summer meeting in Memphis. With many new leaders now in place and joining already committed colleagues to forge a more-cohesive team across all four Health Science Center campuses, the… Read More

Center for Student Success Offers Comprehensive Assistance to Students

Written by Peggy Reisser

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Education

When the Center for Student Success officially opened its doors last September, students had one place to go for help with any issues that might derail heir progress. Food insecurity, housing, academic issues, and other personal situations are potential roadblocks to graduation. However, the Center for Student Success is designed to be a comprehensive resource… Read More

Advisory Board to Meet August 9

Written by Peggy Reisser

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Clinical CareEducationPublic ServiceResearch

The University of Tennessee Health Science Center’s Advisory Board will meet Friday, August 9, at 11 a.m., in the Mooney Library, 875 Monroe Ave., on the Memphis campus.   On the agenda:   Chancellor’s report   Updates from the deans Financial update Special presentation – Chief Wellness Officer While the meeting will be conducted in person, it will… Read More

Four from UT Health Science Center Honored for Outstanding Service with UT President’s Awards

Written by Peggy Reisser

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Clinical CareEducationPublic ServiceResearch

Four exceptional employees from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center were among 15 faculty and staff members honored with the 2024 UT President’s Awards announced today by UT System President Randy Boyd during the University of Tennessee Board of Trustees meeting in Knoxville. They are David Shibata, MD, a professor, Harwell Wilson Alumni Endowed… Read More

Faculty Senate Closes Out a Strong Year, Honors Outstanding Support for the University

Written by Peggy Reisser

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Education

During its final meeting of the academic year Tuesday, members of UT Health Science Center’s Faculty Senate celebrated the year’s accomplishments, elected new officers, and honored UT System President Randy Boyd and Lieutenant Governor Randy McNally for their outstanding support of the university and its missions. Outgoing President Paul ‘PJ’ Koltnow, MS, MSPAS, PA-C, praised… Read More

2023-24 Annual Report: Our Vision: Healthy Tennesseans. Thriving Communities.

Written by Peggy Reisser

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Clinical CareEducationPublic ServiceResearch

Every day at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, we work to fulfill our vision – four words that stand to improve the lives of all who live in this state and region we cherish. We are training the future health care workforce, caring for the ill in partnership with hospitals across the state,… Read More