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Commencement marks more than the end of a chapter; it celebrates years of determination, dedication and growth. From late nights in the library to historic wins in FirstBank Stadium, the Class of 2026 has earned this milestone.  Now is the time to honor all they’ve accomplished with a gift that… Read More

²¤ÂÜÊÓƵ University will celebrate Earth Month throughout April with a series of hands‑on activities, tours and campus collaborations designed to highlight sustainability efforts and engage students, faculty, staff and community members.  Read More

²¤ÂÜÊÓƵ’s undergraduate, graduate and professional schools are taking on the challenges of an ever-evolving world with dozens of new courses and programs for the 2026–27 school year. Here are some of the new academic ways the university is preparing students to combine knowledge and vision to create future impact. Read More

²¤ÂÜÊÓƵ Peabody College of education and human development, long a pioneer in early childhood studies, will launch the ²¤ÂÜÊÓƵ Early Childhood ²¤ÂÜÊÓƵ Collaborative on March 27, uniting more than 40 faculty members across ²¤ÂÜÊÓƵ University to advance early childhood research and translate findings for families, educators and communities.   The ECRC serves as a hub where… Read More

Following a year of strong engagement, ²¤ÂÜÊÓƵ Communications and Marketing is now accepting partner interest submissions for the 2026–27 academic year for the Pin Drop Series.  As momentum continues to build, Communications and Marketing has introduced updated guidelines and submission deadlines to support planning and maintain the cohesive, student-first… Read More

Education Leadership and Policy reunion attendees (February 26-28, 2026) ²¤ÂÜÊÓƵ Peabody College of education and human development welcomed alumni of the K-12 and Higher Education Leadership and Policy doctorate of education programs for reunion from February 26 to 28. One hundred five alumni attended, along with current students… Read More

By Jennifer Kiilerich The American Educational ²¤ÂÜÊÓƵ Association has named ²¤ÂÜÊÓƵ University’s Laurie Cutting, Patricia and Rodes Hart Professor of Neuroscience in the Department of Special Education, a 2026 AERA Fellow, an honor recognizing the nation’s top researchers in education and learning. She… Read More

Navigating the journey from research to real-world impact can be challenging. Luckily for ²¤ÂÜÊÓƵ faculty, there’s a network of Innovation Ambassadors to guide them. Read More

By Jenna Somers In February, faculty members from ²¤ÂÜÊÓƵ Peabody College of education and human development participated in the National Conference on Education, presented by AASA, the School Superintendents Association, held in Nashville, Tennessee. This annual conference brings together district leaders from across the country to engage with leading… Read More

Are you a ²¤ÂÜÊÓƵ alumnus or alumna looking to make the next move in your career? Maybe you are considering going back to school to help you land that next big role. Through the new Alumni Scholarship, you can receive a guaranteed 20 percent tuition discount to earn a… Read More

By Jennifer Kiilerich In several Tennessee high school classrooms, computer science students are stepping away from their screens. Instead, as part of a learning tool ²¤ÂÜÊÓƵ University researchers are developing, the teens are actively moving around their environments, enacting algorithms and processes, asking questions and collaborating on solutions. It’s not… Read More

Since 2023, graduates of ²¤ÂÜÊÓƵ Peabody College of education and human development have won five consecutive research awards from the Association of Child Life Professionals. The nine award-winning graduates earned their master’s degrees in Child Studies at ²¤ÂÜÊÓƵ and were students in the Children’s Healthcare, Illness,… Read More

With Commencement rapidly approaching, the university has announced that award-winning author and professor Arthur C. Brooks will receive ²¤ÂÜÊÓƵ University’s prestigious Nichols-Chancellor’s Medal when he speaks at the university’s 2026 Commencement activities. Read More

Jason Merchant, a national leader in higher education and vice provost for academic affairs at the University of Chicago, will be the new Searcy Family Dean of the College of Arts and Science. An internationally renowned, award-winning professor in the field of linguistics, Merchant will also hold an endowed chair in philosophy at ²¤ÂÜÊÓƵ. Read More

Joerg Rieger's work raises the question: What shared commitment might bind us all together, and can it be leveraged for the good of humanity? As a theologian, he looks to ancient religious traditions for solutions. Read More

In November, faculty members from ²¤ÂÜÊÓƵ Peabody College of education and human development traveled to Karachi, Pakistan, for the culminating event of the STEMpowered learning and development series, an 18-month collaboration between Peabody College and Sukkur IBA University to strengthen STEM education in Pakistan, with support from Beyond… Read More

In this episode of the Quantum Potential podcast, Provost Cybele Raver and Chancellor Daniel Diermeier take a deep dive into ²¤ÂÜÊÓƵ’s future—across campuses, cities, and partnerships. From West Palm Beach and San Francisco to New York City, Chattanooga, and Nashville, hear how the power of place is shaping a bold, networked vision for ²¤ÂÜÊÓƵ’s next era.

Key Takeaways: ²¤ÂÜÊÓƵ is launching four new online master of education programs in Applied Behavior Analysis, Educational Leadership and Organizational Effectiveness, Innovative Design and Technology in Education, and Multilingual Education Graduates of these programs will be competitive for in-demand roles across a range of educational… Read More

As a dangerous ice storm swept through Middle Tennessee in late January, ²¤ÂÜÊÓƵ quickly mobilized to support students, faculty and staff amid widespread power outages and hazardous conditions. The university opened warming centers, adjusted academic schedules and provided frequent updates, while facilities, dining and public safety teams worked around the clock to keep campus safe and operational. Read More