The Tennessee Historical Commission places approximately 20 markers a year commemorating sites, people, and events that are significant to Tennessee history. Four of those markers are on UT’s campus and nine more are within walking distance. But a paragraph of information on a marker can’t convey the full scope of a historical event. Lindy Westenhoff, a graduate student in geography, is exploring how augmented reality (AR) can provide greater context to our physical world.

Happy New Year and welcome back! This week’s recognitions include a CEE senior lecturer, four UT undergraduates, faculty from supply chain management, and a professor of architecture.

Peer review panels, composed of faculty that mirror the disciplines in an applicant pool, are key to the research enterprise at UT. Dozens of funding opportunities require an internal review process, including limited submission competitions, UT’s internal research seed programs, and red team reviews specifically for large and complex proposals.

Sarah Pruett has been promoted to the role of Assistant Vice Chancellor of the Responsible Conduct of Research (RCR) and Research Integrity Officer (RIO) in the Office of Research and Engagement, effective December 1, 2019. She assumed the role following the departure of Robert Nobles who held the position for five years.