The University of Tennessee Space Institute

09/04/2026

Grace Craft came to UTSI ready to learn and left with a clearer sense of her potential.

The UT Knoxville aerospace engineering student shares how meaningful research, industry connections and a supportive community inspired her to consider UTSI for graduate school.

09/03/2026

We are saddened to share the passing of former UTSI custodian Dean Ferrell.

The heartfelt memories shared by his former colleagues reflect how warmly he is remembered and how much he meant to our campus community. We are grateful for his service to UTSI and the lasting impression he left on those who worked alongside him.

Our thoughts are with Dean’s family, friends, and all who knew him.

His obituary and service information are available at the link below.

https://www.kilgorefuneralhome.com/obituaries/Dean-Ferrell?obId=49462699&utm_source=copy+url&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=obituary-share&utm_content=copy+url

09/03/2026

A little late sharing the photos, but too much fun to leave unposted! 🍌🍨🎳

UTSI’s August 4th Friday celebration brought everyone together for banana splits and some friendly competition in a Nintendo Switch bowling tournament!

Meghan Morris took the win, with Bailey Urhan finishing just 10 pins behind to claim second place. 🏆

Sweet treats, plenty of laughs, and a great afternoon with our UTSI community. Thanks to everyone who joined the fun!

08/31/2026

Come see what’s happening at UTSI! Join us Thursday, October 22, to meet our faculty, staff and students while exploring our research, education and professional development opportunities.

RSVP today: utsi.edu/fall-utsi-open-house-rsvp

08/28/2026

An internship at UTSI planted the seed. Five years later, Syncere Pruitt leaves as a master’s graduate, reflecting on the research, people and community that shaped his time at the Space Institute. 🎓🚀

08/25/2026

Ready to sharpen your skills this fall? Explore UTSI’s Fall 2026 lineup of professional short courses and workshops covering engineering, leadership, safety, entrepreneurship and more.

08/25/2026

Great for see our alums making history!

Knox News spoke with astronaut Randy Bresnik in a short, exclusive interview a year before he's set to command the Artemis III mission.

08/24/2026

Tired of fixing the same problem over and over? Learn how to find the root cause and build better, more reliable processes at UTSI’s Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Workshop.

08/21/2026

Alexandria Pride came to UTSI ready to try something new and left wanting to return.

The University of Memphis graduate shares how being trusted with meaningful research helped her grow as an engineer and an independent thinker.

08/17/2026