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From Crisis to Control: Building a More Resilient Campus After Elliott
In late 2022, Winter Storm Elliott put our campus to the test. The extreme cold exposed vulnerabilities across critical systems and left us with more than $10 million in damage and disruption. It was a hard lesson, and it became a turning point for Facilities Services. Since then, our teams have worked with one goal in mind:…
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In Case You Needed a Sign…
Story by: Zoe Marcum, FS Communications Student Assistant Most people cross the University of Tennessee, Knoxville campus without a second thought about the signs guiding their way. They fade into the background: arrows pointing toward buildings, room numbers on doors, decals on police vehicles, bright orange event boards lining the sidewalks. Yet every one of…
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Behind the Build: The Work Powering Lindsey Nelson Stadium’s Upgrade
Story by: Zoe Marcum, FS Communications Student Assistant Lindsey Nelson Stadium has long been a cornerstone of Tennessee baseball, but its latest transformation marks a new chapter for both the team and the fans who fill the stands. As the Vols continue to rise in national prominence, the stadium has grown with them, evolving into…
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Where Campus Work Starts: UT Facilities Services’ Central Supply Warehouse
Story by: Zoe Marcum, FS Communications Student Assistant The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, is known for its size, spirit, and its unmistakable presence in the state, but behind the roar of Neyland Stadium and the bustle of campus life is an operation that keeps Rocky Top rolling. At the center of that operation is the…
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Building Belonging Beyond the Walls of the Student Union
Story by Zoe Marcum, FS Communications Student Assistant The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, thrives on community, offering many places for students, staff, and Vol fans alike to kick up their feet, chat with friends, eat some good food, and soak in the spirit of Rocky Top. The Student Union is one of those prized communal…
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How GIS Helps Facilities Services Build a Smarter Campus
Story by: Zoe Marcum | FS Communications Student Assistant At the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, maps are far more than just tools for finding your way to class. They are woven into the daily operations of UTK’s very own Facilities Services team, silently supporting everything from landscaping to energy management. Geographic Information Systems (GIS) technology…
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One Team, One Direction: Our Updated Mission & Vision
With cutting-edge research, top-tier academic experiences, and incredible athletics programs, the University of Tennessee, Knoxville is undoubtedly a university on the rise. We’re experiencing record growth in enrollment, and Facilities Services recognizes that the campus experience is a contributing factor in recruitment and retainment of students. We consider it an honor and a privilege to…
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The Offseason Guardians of Neyland Stadium
Story by: Zoe Marcum, FS Communications Student Assistant As the cold season settles over the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, the roar and hustle and bustle of Neyland Stadium quiets. Football season is over, temperatures are dropping, classes have wrapped up, and fans are retreating into the warm indoors to hot chocolate and holiday cheer. But…
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Leaf it to the Pros: How UT’s Turf Team Tackles Fall
Story by: Zoe Marcum, FS Communications Student Assistant As autumn settles over the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, the campus is covered in orange and gold from the falling leaves. While these leaves create a picturesque scene, they also bring new responsibilities for UTK Facilities Services. For the mowing team, this season means shifting priorities; instead…
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TVA and KUB Present $500,000 in Energy Incentives to the University of Tennessee for Campuswide Efficiency Achievements
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville celebrated a major milestone in its sustainability journey on Saturday as representatives from the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) and Knoxville Utilities Board (KUB) presented the university with an energy efficiency incentive check during the Tennessee vs. Vanderbilt football game at Neyland Stadium. The recognition highlights UT’s remarkable progress in reducing…