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00:00:00 – 00:21:13

{Vice Chancellor of the Division Access and Engagement, Tyvi Small, stands in front of the Tennessee River and Neyland Stadium}

Hello, Vols. As we wrap up another academic year at the University of Tennessee, I want to take a moment to speak directly to you, our students, our faculty, and our staff who make this university what it is. This has been a year of change, not just here at UT, but across higher education. It’s a time of questions, reflection, of opportunity. These are not easy times, but they are important ones.

00:25:04 – 00:26:19

{Aerial view of the University of Tennessee Knoxville’s campus}

And here on Rocky Top, the Division of Access and Engagement is embracing these opportunities.

00:27:05 – 00:35:18

{Vice Chancellor of the Division Access and Engagement, Tyvi Small, stands in front of the Tennessee River and Neyland Stadium}

We are leaning in with bold leadership and a relentless pursuit of excellence.

00:36:19 – 00:40:07

{A faculty member teaches a class of college students.}

I’ve seen that leadership in how our faculty continue to inspire and to innovate.

00:36:19 – 00:44:15

{A student takes notes in an auditorium class, full of students.}

I’ve seen excellence in our students determination and grit,

00:44:16 – 00:49:24

{Vice Chancellor of the Division Access and Engagement, Tyvi Small, stands in front of the Tennessee River and Neyland Stadium}

and I’ve seen both in the determination of our staff who keep this place running day in and day out.

00:49:25 – 00:54:23

{An airplane flies over Neyland Stadium during a football game, at sunset.}

As a university on the rise, we are forging a future guided by a clear vision, responsive

00:54:24 – 01:05:08

{Vice Chancellor of the Division Access and Engagement, Tyvi Small, stands in front of the Tennessee River and Neyland Stadium}

to current challenges and firmly rooted in our core mission of serving the people of the great state of Tennessee. So, as we close out this academic year,

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{Fireworks go off on the edges of Neyland Stadium}

take pride in what we’ve accomplished together.

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{Zooms in on a graduate with a service dog.}

Our graduating seniors- congratulations on reaching this milestone.

01:12:15 – 01:26:24

{Vice Chancellor of the Division Access and Engagement, Tyvi Small, stands in front of the Tennessee River and Neyland Stadium}

For those returning- rest, reflect, and come back ready to keep moving forward with courage, with vision, and with the Volunteer spirit that defines us all. Thank you for all you do, and go Vols.

01:27:01 – 01:31:11

{Fades to the university of Tennessee logo on a white background}