University of Tennessee, Knoxville

Event description Philosophers Thomas Hobbes and John Locke teach us that a social contract is the origin of political society. To escape the state of nature, which is detrimental to our self-preservation, we must relinquish our natural liberty and submit to the rule of political authority. But what if the government fails to fulfill its responsibilities to safeguard our basic rights and liberties?

Event description Lev Yampolsky - East Tennessee State University - hosted by Mike Gilchrist Event dates Friday, September 18, 2026 12:40pm to 1:30pm EDT Event Location Hide map Show map Event Details Contact Name Jacob Suissa Contact Email jsuissa@utk.edu

Event description In this hands-on workshop you will learn to use the Python programming language to create list, dictionary, tuples, and strings; how to manage your files and workspace; how to control Python functions; how to read comma-separated data files; how to select variables and observations; how to create plots and how to perform basic statistical analyses.

Event description Hosted by Steve Sherman, this hands-on workshop helps contestants think on their feet and communicate with more presence. Through short improv exercises, participants practice active listening, structure their research into a clear problem → approach → impact narrative, sharpen delivery (voice, pacing, posture, gesture), and try out a bridging technique for handling audience questions on the spot.

Beyond the Technical: Building Influence, Leadership, and Impact as an Engineer Abstract The business environment has shifted in ways that change what engineers are for. Customer expectations, business models and enabling technologies now change continuously and at an accelerating rate, while disruptions arrive more frequently and in overlapping waves.

Off-Campus Student Living Mobile Office Hours Event description Have questions about living off campus? We’re bringing the answers to you! Visit our Mobile Office Hours in high‑traffic spots around campus to get answers and resources from our team. Whether you’re searching for housing, reviewing your lease, learning about utilities, or just have general questions about living off‑campus, we are here to help.

Event description Online discussion boards have long been a staple of asynchronous courses, yet many instructors and students question whether they still foster meaningful learning and authentic interaction in today's educational landscape.

Event description Join the Division of Enrollment Management and the College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences for a panel discussion with the 2026 Tennessee Department of Education Teacher of the Year winners.

Event description This event will take place in person and on zoom and is intended for Faculty, Staff, Phd Students, and Alumni. Join the UT College of Social Work throughout the academic year for the Research Seminar Series, featuring presentations on innovative research, funding strategies, and emerging topics in social work.

Event description Bring your game-day appetite to Southern Tailgate at Southern Kitchen! Dig into flavorful wings and enjoy a tailgate-inspired lunch packed with Big Orange spirit. Event dates Friday, September 18, 2026 11:00am to 2:00pm EDT Event Location Southern Kitchen 1525 White Ave, Knoxville, TN 37916 Hide map Show map Event Details