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We establish connections between researchers and community organizations to ensure meaningful and impactful collaboration. We bridge gaps between the different academic fields in the College of Education, Health and Human Sciences and College of Social Work to promote collaborative research initiatives. We help communicate your research achievements to a wider audience, showcasing the importance and impact of your work.
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Community Impact Stories
Discover inspiring community impact stories showcasing the dedication and achievements of local volunteers and initiatives. From educational scholarships to innovative nutrition programs, see how our community partnerships are making a meaningful difference. Click to explore their journeys and the positive changes they’re driving.
- Monthly Spotlight
The Social Emotional Learning Trauma-Informed Preschool Studies (TIPS) is a research-practice partnership led by university faculty from UTK (Dr. Lori Caudle, Assistant Professor, Interdisciplinary Early Childhood) and Western Carolina University (Dr. Cathy Grist, Professor and Clinical Psychologist, Birth-Kindergarten). - Beardsley Farm
Working with the UTK Nutrition Department for the past few years has been a great opportunity. This summer, nutrition interns will help keep our school gardens productive for the summer, help on the farm, teach cooking classes at schools and KCDC sites, make healthy snacks… - Darius’ story
In this brief video, three students from the Project Excellence initiative at Austin East High School receive a full-tuition scholarship to attend The University of Tennessee, Knoxville. The students received the scholarship after dcompleting curriculum for the community engaged initiative, Project Excellence.
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Explore opportunities to connect, collaborate, and create positive change in our community. Whether you’re looking for a research or teaching partner or passionate about volunteering, participating in community initiatives, or contributing your skills to meaningful projects, there are countless ways to get involved.
