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2027 UT Innovative Technologies Symposium

NEWS AND UPDATES
On behalf of the University of Tennessee’s OneIT, we invite you and your colleagues to participate in the 2027 UT Innovative Technologies Symposium. Now in its fourth year, this three‑day event brings together higher‑education IT professionals from across Tennessee to collaborate, share knowledge, and explore emerging technology solutions.
Attendees will engage with keynote speakers, technology‑focused breakout sessions, and networking opportunities with peers, industry experts, and technology partners.
SAVE-THE-DATES
MARCH 23-25, 2027 at the Knoxville Convention Center
Be a Presenter
Participate even further by sharing what you know. A call for presenters will be shared soon, and institutions are encouraged to submit proposals across areas such as frontline IT, security, infrastructure, application development, research computing, data solutions, AI, teaching with technology, and ethics.
2027 Themes and Areas of Interest
- AI in Higher Ed – Complementing Human Intelligence
- Leadership and Professional Development
- Infrastructure and Security—Technology in Action
- High-Performance Computing and Research—Accelerating Discovery
- Power Apps, Automation, and Application Development
- Teaching with Technology—Engaging Today’s Learner
- IT in Practice—Lessons from the Field
- DASH—Transforming Enterprise Operations with Oracle Cloud ERP
Session Formats
We appreciate the vast array of talent within our community and are eager to learn from you, whether that is through:
- a presentation
- a hands-on workshop
- a panel discussion
Determine which format works best for you and your content.
Sessions will be scheduled in 1-hour blocks, with the option to request a two-part block, subject to availability.
Website and Contact Information
- Visit the Symposium website: tiny.utk.edu/ut-its
Check back for timely updates about the Call for Presenters and Registration when they become available. - Email us with questions: [email protected].

Share the News with Your Tennessee Higher Education Colleagues
We would also appreciate your help in sharing this information with your colleagues, students, unit, or campus. We hope to see you in Knoxville this spring.
- Share the symposium website: tiny.utk.edu/ut-its
- Share symposium news and updates: tiny.utk.edu/ut-its-news.
- Download the symposium communications resources:
tiny.utk.edu/ut-its-CommsToolkit- Includes news images, PDF flyers, digital signage, and social media graphics.

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