Alyssa Seisser

  • Doctoral Students Win Dissertation Fellowship

    Doctoral Students Win Dissertation Fellowship

    Two Doctoral Students from TPTE Win Dissertation Funding in National Competition Dani Rimbach-Jones and Bethany Parker are the recent recipients of a $25,000 fellowship from the American Association of University Women (AAUW) to help offset expenses related during the final year of dissertation writing. Both are doctoral students in the department of Theory and Practice…

  • CEHHS Earns National Recognition in 2025 U.S. News & World Report Rankings

    CEHHS Earns National Recognition in 2025 U.S. News & World Report Rankings

    The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, has received national recognition in U.S. News & World Report’s 2025 Best Graduate Schools rankings, with several programs achieving high marks—including those in the College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences (CEHHS). CEHHS graduate education programs saw a significant rise, ranking 43rd among public institutions (up from 51st) and 54th (up from…

  • Dueñas Recognized as Outstanding Faculty by NASPA

    Dueñas Recognized as Outstanding Faculty by NASPA

    Mary Dueñas, an assistant professor in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies (ELPS) in the College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences (CEHHS) was recently honored for her outstanding contributions in the field of student affairs. Dueñas received the Mena Valdez Outstanding Faculty Award at the NASPA annual conference held in New Orleans, Louisiana. The award recognizes a…

  • University of Tennessee Retail, Hospitality, and Tourism Management Hosts 20th Student Enrichment Fundraiser

    University of Tennessee Retail, Hospitality, and Tourism Management Hosts 20th Student Enrichment Fundraiser

    Event to Honor Commissioner Mark Ezell, Tennessee Department of Tourist Development with the Innovative Leadership Award The Department of Retail, Hospitality, and Tourism Management (RHTM) at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, is excited to announce the 20th Student Enrichment Fundraiser, honoring Commissioner Mark Ezell of the Tennessee Department of Tourist Development (TDTD) with the Innovative…

  • Vols Teach Alum Selected as Global Educator of the Year

    Vols Teach Alum Selected as Global Educator of the Year

    Salonga, an English as a Second Language Biology and Environmental Science teacher and Science Department Chair, is recognized for her outstanding commitment to integrating global perspectives into her teaching.

  • University of Tennessee Earns “Exceeds Expectations” Ranking on Tennessee Educator Preparation Report Card

    University of Tennessee Earns “Exceeds Expectations” Ranking on Tennessee Educator Preparation Report Card

    The University of Tennessee’s College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences (CEHHS) proudly announces its recognition as an “Exceeds Expectations” institution on the latest Tennessee Educator Preparation Report Card. 

  • The Power of Sports for Positive Change

    The Power of Sports for Positive Change

    By Jett Hatfield, Senior in Sport Management, Class of 2025

  • Hospitality and Tourism Management Program Earns Full Accreditation from ACPHA

    Hospitality and Tourism Management Program Earns Full Accreditation from ACPHA

    The Department of Retail, Hospitality, and Tourism Management (RHTM) is pleased to announce that the the Hospitality and Tourism Management program within RHTM is fully accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Programs in Hospitality Administration (ACPHA).  ACPHA, established by the International Council of Hotel, Restaurant, and Institutional Education (ICHRIE), evaluates and accredits hospitality programs that demonstrate excellence…

  • Two CEHHS Seniors Named Torchbearers – UT’s Highest Honor

    Two CEHHS Seniors Named Torchbearers – UT’s Highest Honor

    Two Seniors in the College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences (CEHHS) at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, who have demonstrated academic excellence and a commitment to service and leadership have been named Torchbearers, the university’s highest student honor. Kate McCarville a Senior studying therapeutic recreation and Jada Walker, studying sport management were presented with the…

  • Irwin Recognized as Emerging Professional by ACPA

    Irwin Recognized as Emerging Professional by ACPA

    At its recent convention in Long Beach, California, College Student Educators International (ACPA) recognized Lauren Irwin with the Annuit Coeptis Emerging Professionals Award. This prestigious award honors exemplary educators in the early stages of their careers. Irwin was one of five early-career professionals recognized for their contributions to the field.