Facilities Services

Help Us Shape the Classrooms of UT’s Future

The University of Tennessee is conducting a system-wide study of classrooms around the state, and your opinions are needed to help shape the future of learning spaces at UTK. Our architecture and planning consultants from Ayers Saint Gross will be on campus for two open house sessions next week and want to hear from you.…
Important Change to Facilities Services Public Recycling Drop-Off Location

UT Facilities Services has officially relocated its public drop-off site to better serve the campus and Knoxville community. The new drop-off location, now open at 521 North Concord Street, offers the same convenient hours, drive-up service, and materials pickup that visitors have come to rely on. As part of the transition, the former site at 2121 Stephenson…
Carrying the Legacy of Service: 2025 Chuck Thompson Award Winners Announced

Every year, the Facilities Services family pauses to celebrate two employees who embody the heart of what it means to serve the University of Tennessee with excellence, integrity, and care. The Chuck Thompson Awards are more than just recognition. They’re a reflection of a legacy that continues to shape the culture of this department. The…
4,200 psi of Volunteer Spirit: UTFS Pressure Washing Team is Making a Splash on Campus

October 1, 2025 | Zoe Marcum, FS Comms Student Assistant UT Facilities Services is continually seeking new ways to keep the campus clean and well-maintained for Vols throughout the year. One of the ways UTFS achieves this is through the newly established power washing team, a two-man operation that started with $100,000 and the idea…
From Chillers to Classrooms: The Hidden Heroes of UT Airflow

Story by: Zoe Marcum, FS Communications Student Assistant Here at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, students, staff, and fans enjoy our beautiful campus year-round. But when the Tennessee weather turns sweltering, freezing, or far too humid, there’s nothing better than stepping inside and being greeted by a gush of perfectly balanced air. Every day, thousands…
Orange, White, and Green: Vol Fans Help Power Sustainability

Story by: Zoe Marcum, FS Communications Student Assistant The University of Tennessee, Knoxville prides itself on being a clean and sustainable campus, always striving for ways to improve and reduce its carbon footprint. The average college campus with 40,000 students (like UTK) can generate an average of 12,800 tons of solid waste annually. That’s more…
11th Street Pedestrian Bridge Reopens Ahead of Fall Semester

Thanks to the proactive efforts and dedication of Southern Constructors Inc., in coordination with The Architecture Collaborative (TAC), Ross Bryan Associates, Inc., the UT System & the university, the 11th Street Pedestrian Bridge is re-opened for use while the remaining scope of work is finished. With great care and a commitment to safety, crews have worked diligently to address the…
Dr. Michael Howze Named Executive Director of FS Administration

UT Facilities Services (UTFS) is thrilled to announce that  Dr. Michael Howze has been appointed as the department’s next  Executive Director of FS Administration. With more than two decades of progressive leadership experience in higher education, Michael brings a wealth of expertise, vision, and dedication to this critical role. Michael’s journey with the University of Tennessee,…
Enhancing Facilities Services: Improved Project Support, Execution and Communication

Facilities Services is improving the way we support the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. Over the past several months, we have re-organized our work structure to better serve campus through our three core service areas: Planning & Design, Construction, and Operations. As part of this improvement effort, we’re excited to share more about how we’re managing…
Innovative Stormwater Solutions: Improving Campus Life at UT Knoxville

Story by: Ella Kelley, FS Communications Student Assistant Proactive Stewardship & Sustainable Solutions The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, has experienced significant growth and change over the past 25 years. With more students comes a need for more parking and more academic buildings, but new construction can have an incredible impact on stormwater management and the…