About CECS CECS is at the forefront of changing higher education through cross-cutting degree programs, stackable certificates, and experiential learning through internships, capstones, research, and co-ops. Degree Programs CECS offers degrees in Applied Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, and our Innovative Transdisciplinary Studies. Undergraduate Programs Certificates Enhance your degree through stackable certificates in areas such as…
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…
Sport Analytics, Minor The Sport Analytics Minor program provides students and learners with skills and best practices for applied sport data analytics. Students and learners who complete the Sport Analytics Minor program are prepared to partner with various transdisciplinary personnel to bridge data management, computer science, statistical analysis, emerging technology, and sport acumen to make data-driven strategic decisions. Program…
Assistant Dean of Partnerships and Economic Development | Director of Workforce Development | PhD, Political Science
Knoxville Resident Selected To Collaborate With Professionals Statewide To Address Tennessee’s Most Serious Issues NASHVILLE, Tenn. (June 12, 2026) – Leadership Tennessee, a collective with a mission to foster non-partisan dialogue on issues of state importance, has named Ozlem Kilic to its 2026–2027 Signature Program Class XIII. In Leadership Tennessee’s 13th Signature Program, 12 different…
Adjunct Faculty | Consultant & Coach, ALY PhD, LLC | PhD, Psychology and Neuroscience
Visioning The Future of Higher Ed – Industry Partnerships In December 2023, the University of Tennessee’s College of Emerging and Collaborative Studies (CECS) hosted over 50 industry professionals from small businesses, start-ups, corporations, non-profits, and the government sector to discuss how CECS and industry can partner to prepare students for emerging careers of the future…
Claiborne Medical Center Claiborne Medical Center is a community hospital serving residents of Claiborne County and surrounding rural areas, providing emergency care, inpatient and outpatient services, diagnostic imaging, and specialty care. As a regional healthcare provider, the medical center plays an important role in supporting local workforce development by offering real-world clinical environments where students…
Government Advisory Board (GAB) The Government Advisory Board strengthens alignment with public-sector innovation, policy priorities, and regional impact. Meet The Members GAB Members
Graduate Certificates CECS certificates offer graduate students the chance to develop targeted, practical knowledge and skills in emerging fields such as artificial intelligence and data science. Graduate certificates are 15 credit hours. Graduate Certificates Applied Artificial Intelligence The Graduate Certificate in Applied Artificial Intelligence is designed for professionals and students seeking to enhance their knowledge…