University of Tennessee

UT Knoxville Says Anti Preference Bill Would Be 'Lawyer's Dream'

Blake Farmer (Nashville Public Radio) — Thu, 21 Feb 2013 13:49:51 +0000

Tennessee’s institutions of higher education are still trying to scuttle legislative tweaks to their admissions and hiring processes. A proposed law intended to make sure no preference is shown on the basis of race or gender was again delayed in a state Senate committee.

Universities are worried about the possibly broad interpretation of what “preference” could mean.

KY Preacher Fights UT Speech Restrictions

John Walker and The Associated Press — Tue, 22 Jan 2013 13:54:24 +0000

A southern Kentucky evangelical preacher is asking the federal appeals court to strike down the University of Tennessee's requirement for speakers on campus have sponsorship and get the approval of school administrators.

University of Tennessee Board to Vote on Tuition Increases

Associated Press — Wed, 20 Jun 2012 13:18:34 +0000

Students in the University of Tennessee system will find out this week how much their tuition will be in the fall.