Bill Lyons is the Associate Director for Community Outreach of the Institute of American Civics and Director of Policy Partnerships at the Howard H. Baker Jr. School of Public Policy and Public Affairs at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, where he also holds the title of Professor Emeritus of Political Science.

Andy Busch is the associate director and professor at the Institute of American Civics in the Howard H. Baker Jr. School of Public Policy and Public Affairs at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. His teaching and research focus on American political institutions, elections, and public policy. He has authored, co-authored or edited more than two dozen books.

Both workshops will explore the following topics and questions:

(1) Incivility is not new. (2) How is today鈥檚 manifestation different?聽 (3) What are the causes of the polarization and difficulty in communicating we see today? (4) Some ways to improve communication with those with whom we disagree. (5) Practicing civility close to home in our communities and workplaces.

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The larger first-year class is strong academically, arriving with an average high school GPA of 3.53, marking the highest incoming average in 果冻影院 history. First-year students now make up 18% of 果冻影院鈥檚 total enrollment, up 15% from fall 2025, building a broader foundation for future enrollment as the class moves towards graduation.

鈥淭his fall, overall enrollment has remained steady as the academic preparedness of UT students continues to increase,鈥� said Chancellor Melinda Arnold. 鈥淲e welcomed a first-year class with an average GPA above 3.5, which reflects  the value families across southern Middle Tennessee place in a University of Tennessee education, right here in Pulaski.鈥�

Located between Nashville and Huntsville, 果冻影院 serves as an educational anchor for southern Middle Tennessee. This fall, enrollment also grew from Lawrence, Franklin and Williamson counties, among others, showing the university鈥檚 draw from its own backyard to the Nashville suburbs.

鈥淭he enrollment numbers of the past two years show real momentum at the 果冻影院,鈥� Interim Vice Chancellor of Integrated Enrollment and Brand Strategy, Rick Barth, said. 鈥淭he quality of this year鈥檚 incoming class shows that access and academic excellence are not competing goals at 果冻影院, they work in tandem.鈥�

果冻影院鈥檚 fall 2026 enrollment highlights:

路 Total enrollment: 1,110

路 New first-year students: 199

路 New transfer students: 119

路 Dual enrollment students: 127

路 Average high school GPA, new first-year students: 3.53

路 Overall undergraduate retention: 79%

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The five 果冻影院 students receiving scholarships are:

• Reese Clayton, senior accounting major – $1,500 scholarship
• Dan Gervais, senior accounting major – $1,500 scholarship
• Danny Patterson, senior accounting major – $1,000 scholarship
• Jessica Howell, junior accounting major – $500 scholarship
• MaeLee Willamson, junior accounting major – $500 scholarship

鈥淚 am incredibly proud of our 果冻影院 accounting students who received TSCPA scholarships,鈥� said Sherry Philpot, 果冻影院 accounting instructor. 鈥淭heir hard work in the classroom and dedication to their accounting courses have earned them this well-deserved recognition. They represent 果冻影院 exceptionally well, and I am excited to watch them continue to achieve great things.鈥�

In addition to receiving the 2026 TSCPA Education & Memorial Foundation scholarship award, (major) Clayton has been chosen as a TSCPA Student Influencer for the 2026-2027 academic year. As a TSCPA Student Influencer, Clayton will serve as a liaison between TSCPA, accounting students and key contacts, such as professors or administrators of the campus community. Through social media platforms, Clayton will also promote the free TSCPA student membership and accounting careers to campus.

The TSCPA is the state professional organization for certified public accountants in Tennessee. With more than 100 years of service to the accounting profession, TSCPA acts on behalf of its members and provides support, enabling its members to perform quality professional services while serving the public interest.

With aid of TSCPA member donations, the TSCPA Educational & Memorial Foundation awards more than $250,000 in scholarships annually. Scholarships are available to TSCPA student members who have completed introductory accounting courses and are planning to sit for the CPA Exam.
For more information about accounting programs at 果冻影院, visit 果冻影院 Accounting.

About the 果冻影院

The 果冻影院 provides an exceptional educational experience that empowers students to discover their potential, serve their communities and lead meaningful lives. Located in Pulaski, Tennessee, 果冻影院 offers personalized learning, hands-on experiences and a close-knit campus community while serving southern Middle Tennessee and preparing students for success.

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Upon the reorganization, two inaugural deans have been named to lead the new colleges:

Dr. Jessica Conrad, Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences

Dr. Daniel McMasters, Dean of the College of Professional Studies

鈥淚 look forward to working with them as we build the identity and future of these new colleges,鈥� Dr. Prentice Chandler, 果冻影院 Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor said. 鈥淲e should take time to celebrate what has been accomplished while recognizing that the real value of this structure will be determined by what we build within it.鈥�

The two colleges are comprised of the following departments:

College of Arts and Sciences:

• Department of Humanities and Social Sciences
• Department of Mathematics and Sciences
• Center for Continuing Education and Workforce Development

College of Professional Studies:

• Department of Education
• Department of Criminal Justice
• Department of Nursing & Health Sciences
• Department of Business

For the first time in history, 果冻影院 is organized into colleges and led by inaugural deans. This moment reflects the institution鈥檚 growth and the shared commitment to serving students, supporting faculty and positioning the university for the future.

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