Be One UT
Shaping the Workforce Through Collaboration
Join career colleagues from across the University of Tennessee’s campuses for this one-day event for professional development and networking. Whether you are advising students through career exploration, building relationships with employers or working with adult learners, the conference offers valuable opportunities to learn from colleagues who share similar goals and responsibilities. Attendees can share new ideas, gain insights and build relationships to support their future work with students and alumni through breakout sessions, roundtable discussions and more.
Monday, August 4, 2025 | Knoxville, Tennessee
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Agenda
8:30 – 9:00
9:00 – 9:05
9:05 – 9:45
9:45 – 10:00
10:00 – 10:30
10:30 – 10:45
10:45 – 11:00
11:00 – 12:00
12:00 – 1:00
1:00 – 1:15
1:15 – 2:15
2:15 – 2:30
2:30 – 3:00
3:00 – 3:30
3:30 – 4:00
Check-in, Light Breakfast
Welcome Remarks
Keynote Speaker – Randy Boyd
Networking Break
Our UT Family
ConnectUT
Networking Break
Breakout Session 1
Lunch with Employer Panel
Networking Break
Breakout Session 2
Networking Break
Roundtable Discussions
Campus Trivia
Closing Remarks
UT Conference Center, Room 413
600 Henley Street, Knoxville, TN 37902
The cost of the conference is free. Registration includes event parking, attendance to the Sunsphere social hour, as well as breakfast and lunch during the conference.
Attendees can park at the Locust Street Garage. A voucher will be provided to validate your parking.
The Hilton Knoxville is conveniently located across from the UT Conference Center, while the Marriott Knoxville Downtown is within walking distance. Both hotels offer a state rate for UT employees and provide on-site parking.
Agenda
All times are in Eastern Standard Time.
8:30 – Check-in, Light Breakfast
9:00 – Welcome Remarks
9:05 – Keynote Speaker – Randy Boyd
9:45 – Networking Break
10:00 – Our UT Family
10:30 – ConnectUT
10:45 – Networking Break
11:00 – Breakout Session 1
12:00 – Lunch with Employer Panel
1:00 – Networking Break
1:15 – Breakout Session 2
2:25 – Networking Break
2:30 – Roundtable Discussions
3:00 – Campus Trivia
3:30 – Closing Remarks
UT Conference Center, Room 413
600 Henley Street, Knoxville, TN 37902
The cost of the conference is free. Registration includes event parking, attendance to the Sunsphere social hour, as well as breakfast and lunch during the conference.
Attendees can park at the Locust Street Garage. A voucher will be provided to validate your parking.
The Hilton Knoxville is conveniently located across from the UT Conference Center, while the Marriott Knoxville Downtown is within walking distance. Both hotels offer a state rate for UT employees and provide on-site parking.
Sunsphere Social
Join us for a casual social gathering at the iconic Sunsphere on Sunday, August 3 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. This relaxed event offers time to connect with fellow attendees while enjoying panoramic views of Knoxville. Don’t miss exclusive, after-hours access to the observation deck with engaging history and information from 5:00 – 5:30 p.m.
Note: Complimentary appetizers and beverages will be served. Free parking is available in the Locust Street Garage on evenings and weekends.
Breakout Sessions – 1
This session focuses on evaluating the digital platforms currently used on our campuses in career development for students and alumni, such as PathwayU, Jobscan and virtual interviewing tools. Participants will assess the pros and cons of platforms based on shared experiences and outcomes. The session aims to identify opportunities for improved collaboration and alignment across campuses using these tools.
This session equips career services professionals with a practical understanding of how students and alumni are using ChatGPT in career exploration, resume writing and interview preparation. Through live demos, group discussions and ethical considerations, participants will explore best practices for guiding responsibilities and strategic use of AI tools in their advising and programming.
Breakout Sessions – 2
This interactive session explores common barriers to effective career coaching appointments, including scheduling challenges, no-show rates and limited time to address student and alumni needs. Participants will collaborate to share successful strategies and brainstorm new approaches to improve access, engagement and impact in short coaching sessions.
This session, facilitated by guest speaker, Steve Syoen, helps career development staff support adult learners who face unique challenges balancing school, work and life responsibilities. Participants will explore how these factors impact job search strategies and access to experiential learning, and collaborate on practical approaches to better engage adult learners to prepare them for career success.