The University of Tennessee (UT) is a public land-grant research university in Knoxville, Tennessee. Founded in 1794, it is the flagship campus of the University of Tennessee system. UT Knoxville has ten undergraduate colleges and eleven graduate colleges, and it hosts more than 30,000 students from all 50 states and more than 100 foreign countries. It is classified among "R1: Doctoral Universities Very high research activity".
The Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, delves into the complex interactions between organisms and their surroundings, investigating the processes that create biodiversity and drive evolution. Situated in Knoxville, Tennessee, near the rich ecosystems of the Great Smoky Mountains, the department is noted for its high research impact, placing it among the top 10% of ecology programs in North America. It provides robust undergraduate and graduate programs, including BS, MS, PhD, and a minor, offering students extensive chances for hands-on research, fieldwork, and collaborative study. The department cultivates a diverse and supportive community dedicated to scientific discovery and preparing graduates for impactful careers.
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