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University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Overview
Established 2024

The ASU and University of Tennessee, Knoxville (UT) partnership expands access to academic opportunities, scales online programs and supports enrollment growth. Through this digital education collaboration, UT has the resources to strengthen operations, expand its online portfolio and build capacity for continued growth.

Deliverables
University Partnership
Educational Pathway
Access and Inclusion
Student Experience
Student Success
Digital Teaching and Learning
Curriculum Sharing
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160+ UT students have participated in the course exchange

During the first two years of the partnership, UT jumped 61 spots for best online bachelor’s –U.S. News & World Report

Removed numerous access-barrier policies

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“UT and ASU are driving innovation, expanding access and fostering student success to strengthen economic progress in our cities, states and regions.”
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UT Chancellor Donde Plowman

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While meeting the interests of degree-seeking students, this public impact partnership fosters a thriving digital learning culture at UT that promotes innovation and gives new opportunities for faculty. The impact reaches beyond education as well. Together, UT and ASU can help strengthen the higher education landscape and drive communities in Tennessee and Arizona forward.

 

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