A Catalyst for Radical Change
Research & Innovation
Changing the Future of Higher Education
The College of Emerging and Collaborative Studies is committed to changing the future of higher education through innovative curriculum and groundbreaking research. As a catalyst for radical change, we are on the forefront of emerging technologies and trends as thought leaders and pioneers.
CECS Innovation Lab
Our Innovation Lab is a space for students to put what they learn in the classroom into practice. Equipped with several quadrupeds, a humanoid robot, and several AR/VR headsets, the Innovation Lab puts knowledge into practice, and provides grounds for students to take part in groundbreaking research projects.
Dean Ozlem Kilic: Insights on Emerging Technology and Higher Education
Vice Provost and Founding Dean Ozlem Kilic regularly contributes thought leadership to the Knox News Sentinel, offering expert insight on emerging technologies, workforce development, and innovation in higher education. Her articles explore how universities, industry, and communities can adapt and lead in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.
Designing Your Career in a Disrupted World: Throw Out the Old Rules
AI is already a force in Tennessee’s economy. Our workforce can turbocharge it.
How Tennessee can help close the cybersecurity jobs gap
The future will be led by those who can speak data. Tennessee will train them
UT helping rural Tennessee overcome tech knowledge gap
Navigating Tomorrow, Today in Higher Education
Navigating Tomorrow, Today in Higher Education is a dynamic webinar series that explores the latest trends, innovations, and breakthroughs in higher education. Each session brings together thought leaders, industry experts, and academic pioneers to discuss the evolving landscape of emerging technology, research, and collaborative solutions. Join us to stay at the forefront of knowledge and innovation.