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Knoxville Research Director Wins First Campus-Wide Honor
Innovation1d ago

Knoxville Research Director Wins First Campus-Wide Honor

Jennifer Ferris transformed a "Wild Wild West" research environment into a thriving 17-person operation, earning the first university-wide staff award ever given to UT Health Sciences' Knoxville campus. Her journey from solo clinical trial coordinator to award-winning director shows how one person's vision can reshape an entire research community.

Google News - Clinical Trial Success3 min read
Knoxville Seniors Get 77,000 Rides From 4-Year Volunteer
Acts of Kindness3d ago

Knoxville Seniors Get 77,000 Rides From 4-Year Volunteer

A Tennessee program has provided 77,000 free rides to seniors and people with disabilities since 2009, but now needs to double its volunteer drivers to meet growing demand. The flexible opportunity lets compassionate drivers make a visible difference in their neighbors' lives.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Knoxville Students Help Homeless Prepare for Winter Storm
Acts of KindnessJan 22

Knoxville Students Help Homeless Prepare for Winter Storm

Medical students in Knoxville are combining their training with compassion, providing weekly health checks and cold weather supplies to people experiencing homelessness. As dangerous winter weather approaches this weekend, their efforts are helping vulnerable neighbors stay safe and warm.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Iowa Thrift Store Helps Shelter Animals with Every Sale
Acts of KindnessJan 20

Iowa Thrift Store Helps Shelter Animals with Every Sale

A new Knoxville thrift store is turning donated goods into lifesaving funds for homeless animals. Pawsitively Thrifty puts every dollar of profit toward helping the Marion County Humane Society care for animals in need.

Google: volunteers help2 min read