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Celebrating 2026 CEHHS Top Grads
As commencement season begins, the College of Education, Health & Human Sciences celebrates the graduating students who have earned the highest cumulative GPAs. These remarkable Vols exemplify hard work, commitment, and academic excellence during their time on Rocky Top. Keep reading to learn about our Top Graduates from the Class of 2026. Congratulations, Vols! We’re…
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2026 Educators Hall of Honor Inductees
In the hallowed halls where aspiring teachers learn, the Educators Hall of Honor represents all those who have passed along knowledge, understanding, creativity, and the joy of learning from one generation to the next. By touching the lives of others, educators make the world a better place for generations to come. The preparation of educators…
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UT Hospitality Students Experience “Backstage Pass: Nashville Hospitality Tour”
From January 14 through 16, twelve Hospitality and Tourism Management (HTM) students from the Department of Retail, Hospitality, and Tourism Management in the College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences (CEHHS) set out on an immersive trip to Nashville, Tennessee. Themed “Backstage Pass: Nashville Hospitality Tour,” the experience provided exclusive behind-the-scenes tours, alumni connections, and…
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Kelchen Once Again Named Top Scholar Influencer
ELPS Department Head Rises in Education Week’s Scholar Influencer Rankings For the ninth time, Robert Kelchen has been recognized as one of the top scholar influencers shaping educational practice and policy. Kelchen, who serves as the department head of Educational Leadership and Policy Studies (ELPS) at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, is ranked 14th out…
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Romero-Hall Explores Global Perspectives on Learning Design in New Book
Spend some time with Enilda Romero-Hall, and you’ll quickly discover her passion for learning design. What may come as a surprise, however, is how deeply cultural and geographic contexts shape the journeys of learning designers around the world. That idea lies at the heart of her new book, Learning Designers in Context: Examining Practices Across the Global…
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RHTM Students Make Couple’s Dream Come True
Second Blissful Wish Wedding Event Provides Experiential Learning While Making Dreams Come True In early November, the Pavilion at Hunter Valley Farm in Knoxville transformed into a magical setting for the second Blissful Wish Wedding, celebrating the inspiring love story of Kenzie Cathey and Tanner Branam. The event, planned and executed by 12 dedicated students…
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University of Tennessee and Knoxville Family Justice Center’s Partnership Focuses on Domestic Violence Awareness
UT College of Social Work (UTCSW), UT College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences (CEHHS), and the Knoxville Family Justice Center (KFJC) are proud to partner to lead the community in recognizing October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) 2025 through a powerful lineup of events, outreach initiatives, and a renewed focus on survivor-centered care.…
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Are High School Sports Living Up to Their Ideals?
Most coaches want to be able to do more than teach their athletes to win faceoffs and dodge defenders By Jedediah Blanton (University of Tennessee, Knoxville) and Scott Pierce (Illinois State University) | Republished from The Conversation Coach Smith was an easy hire as the head coach of a new high school lacrosse team in…
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2025 Educators Hall of Honor Inductees
In the hallowed halls where aspiring teachers learn, the Educators Hall of Honor represents all those who have passed along knowledge, understanding, creativity, and the joy of learning from one generation to the next. By touching the lives of others, educators make the world a better place for generations to come. The preparation of educators…
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Celebrating 2025 CEHHS Top Grads
As commencement season unfolds, the College of Education, Health & Human Sciences proudly honors our graduating students with the highest cumulative GPAs. These exceptional Vols have demonstrated outstanding dedication and academic excellence throughout their time on Rocky Top. Scroll down to learn more about the incredible achievements of our Top Grads from the Class of…