The Office of Flagship Communities at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville (UT) is dedicated to fostering university-community partnerships that inspire middle and elementary school students to consider UT as their primary choice for post-secondary education. As ambassadors for the university, the office sustains mutually beneficial reciprocal partnerships across Tennessee by engaging with K–8 grade schools in designated Flagship communities.
What We Do
We engage and support students, families, school counselors, teachers, administrators, nonprofit leaders, learning-focused organizations, and the community on the pathway to education through UT. By providing these stakeholders with valuable information and resources, the office helps create a more informed and engaged community.
Pillars of Success
Our office is dedicated to fostering university-community partnerships and programming that equips middle and elementary school students for their future. We do that by allowing our four Pillars of Success to guide our impact:
Our team emphasizes our pillars of success through the Vol Ready Passport Program.
Vol Ready is a year long engagement opportunity that will engage students and families in meaningful ways!
Want to know more? Follow the link below for info!
https://dae.utk.edu/ofc/programs/
UT System Statement of Aspirations
We are dedicated to expanding access to educational opportunities, striving to remove barriers, and making academic pursuits more affordable. Consistent with the University’s commitment to high academic standards, student achievement, and the preparation of responsible citizens, we believe that engaging with individuals from all backgrounds and perspectives fosters a vibrant learning environment that enhances critical thinking and intellectual growth. Our collective strengths make us stronger, and we are committed to promoting an atmosphere where all members of the University community feel welcome, can thrive, and achieve success.
Approved by the Board of Trustees on February 28, 2025.