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2026 UT Innovative Technologies Symposium
Connecting people. Sharing ideas. Shaping IT.
The University of Tennessee’s Office of Innovative Technologies is excited to extend an invitation to all higher education institutions across the state of Tennessee.
This three-day symposium will focus on our everyday IT challenges, shared interests, honed skills, and newfound passions. We aim to foster innovative IT solutions and promote opportunities for interaction, collaboration, and knowledge sharing among Tennessee higher education IT professionals. The event will include keynote speakers, breakout sessions, and networking opportunities with peers, industry experts, and technology companies involved in higher education.
Join Us for the Third Annual UT Innovative Technologies Symposium
March 24-26, 2026
Knoxville Convention Center
Knoxville, TN
If you are driven and passionate about applying technology in the higher educational setting, this symposium is for you! We hope you will add this conference to your list of professional development opportunities for 2026 and join the hundreds of professionals expected to attend.
View these video highlights from the 2025 Symposium.
Bookmark this site stay tuned for more information on proposal submission, registration, the agenda, travel and lodging.
Call for Proposals is now open
Your expertise is needed!
Share your unique perspective and expertise, and share your experiences with your innovative IT solutions, collaborations, research, education, by presenting at a topic at this upcoming symposium.
Proposals are due by January 16
Proposal Review Timeline
- Proposals due: January 16
- Presenters notified by: February 9
- IT Symposium dates: March 24-26, 2026
Symposium areas of interest include, but are not limited to:
- Frontline IT: Empowering Operational IT and End User Support
- Infrastructure: Improvements and Optimization
- Application Development: Enterprise Software for Teaching & Research
- High Performance Computing: Research at Scale
- Data Solutions: Transforming Data into Insights
- Artificial Intelligence: Next-Gen AI Capabilities
- Teaching with Technology: Tools for Tomorrow
- Ethics, Legal, and Safety: Responsible Tech in Practice
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, or a lively panel discussion. Name what works best for you. Sessions will be set up in 1-hour blocks with the option to request a two-part block, dependent on availability.
If you have any questions or require further information, please contact ut_it_symposium@utk.edu.
Who Should Attend
The UT IT Symposium invites you to a dynamic convergence of ideas, expertise, and innovation. Prepare for two days of topics where the latest IT developments take center stage, presented through a mix of formats designed to foster interaction, collaboration, and community.
It’s not just about the discussions you’ll witness but also about the community you’ll become a part of. Prepare for an experience where every conversation could lead to new insights, spark a future collaboration, and an opportunity to broaden your IT horizons.
We hope that you will spend these days learning, sharing, and connecting with colleagues from across the state in an exchange focused on UT’s innovative uses and practices of technology.
This is a state-wide event. All full- or part-time staff, faculty, and graduate students involved in information technology work, learning, or research are eligible to attend.
We are encouraging presenters and attendee participation from higher education institutions from across the state.
Registration
Parking & Transportation
Attendees will be responsible for transportation to and from the conference, hotel, and dinner. There are several parking options near the conference center.
Poplar Street Lot
PBA Parking info. for 906 Poplar St, Knoxville, TN 37902
Locust Street Garage
PBA Parking info. for 540 Locust St, Knoxville, TN 37902
KAT Bus
You can find the schedule and route information at Knox Area Transit, Schedules and Maps website.
Schedule and Agenda
Coming soonLodging Information
For those traveling from other campuses, there are many hotel options in the downtown Knoxville area that offer state rates during the symposium!
Catering & Accommodations
We’re planning to provide nourishment to keep you energized throughout the day. Expect convenient and tasty meal options to complement your symposium experience. Selections will be offered in the registration form, ensuring we cater to a variety of tastes and dietary needs.
Questions?
For questions about this exciting symposium, please email the IT Symposium Committee
at ut_it_symposium@utk.edu.