Why CECS? CECS is for ALL learners, regardless of college or career path. CECS gives you the opportunity to explore emerging technologies, enhance your degree program with courses and certificates in in-demand skills, and forge your own path while preparing you for the future of work. Whether you have a clear degree plan or are…
Eric is a Senior at CECS, majoring in Applied Artificial Intelligence. He is our Lead Student Ambassador. Keep scrolling to learn more about him and his time at CECS! What interested you about CECS? I was drawn to CECS because of its focus on emerging technologies and its forward-thinking approach to education. Recognizing that many…
Every college is engaged in at least one CECS program. 61 departments represented on curriculum committees. 100+ faculty from across campus are on committees. Applied Artificial Intelligence Aysegul Cuhadar, College of Emerging and Collaborative Studies – Committee LeadCary Staples, College of Architecture + DesignHarrison Meadow, College of Arts and SciencesShannon Ross-Sheehy, College of Arts and…
Josh RosenbergAssociate Professor, STEM Education/ScienceDepartment of Theory & Practice in Teacher EducationCollege of Education, Health, and Human Sciences Dr. Josh Rosenberg is the longest-serving Faculty Fellow in the College of Emerging and Collaborative Studies (CECS) and one of the driving forces behind some of our most impactful initiatives. As a faculty member in the College…
Mackenzie Wildman is a freshman at CECS, majoring in Data Science. She is a student ambassador. Keep scrolling to learn more about her and her time at CECS! What interested you about CECS? / What brought you to CECS? “I was interested in what CECS was doing in terms of being new. The thought process…
This week’s Student Spotlight is Jonathan Aranzazu, a U.S. Army Veteran and CECS Student Ambassador, double majoring in Applied AI and Philosophy. Continue reading to learn more about him and his time at CECS. What brought you to CECS? I came here because I wanted an education that acknowledges complexity and the chance to treat…
About CECS The College of Emerging and Collaborative Studies (CECS) is a first-of-its-kind college revolutionizing the future of higher education by serving as a hub for campus collaboration to develop cross-cutting, innovating curriculum and provide ALL learners at the University of Tennessee with access to emerging technologies. Founded in July 2023, CECS is dedicated to…
Purpose To provide participants information and hands-on practice in the elements of effective teaching, enhance teaching skills by introducing research-based best practices, and provide participants with opportunities for networking with other faculty who share an interest in effective teaching. Objectives Increase student motivation. Write beneficial learning outcomes. Enhance motivation and understanding. Promote an inclusive environment.…
RISE BASE CAMP RISE Base Camp introduces students to industry professionals in the RISE Network who are in various stages of their careers, from early-career to seasoned professionals. Meetings are held every week during the semester, inviting students to listen in as professionals share about their career journey. Students then have an opportunity to ask…
The CECS Experience At CECS, you have the opportunity to forge your own path while attending classes with a cohort of like-minded students on emerging topics that shape and define future careers. Exploratory Courses Take a course in an emerging subject area like artificial intelligence, data science, or cybersecurity to develop a foundational understanding of…