50th Anniversary Celebration Events
In fall 1974, Pellissippi State opened as State Technical Institute with 45 students in downtown Knoxville, a handful of faculty and staff and three associate degree programs. In the decades since, Pellissippi State has expanded its reach with campuses on Magnolia Avenue and in Blount County, Hardin Valley and Strawberry Plains drawing nearly 9,000 students annually and awarding over 1,200 scholarships.
We’re proud to celebrate our 50 years of history throughout the 2024-25 academic year.
Make A Difference Day
Upcoming Events
- Founders Day September 6, 2024
- Manufacturing Month Technical Showcase October 2, 2024
- Advanced Manufacturing Symposium October 18, 2024
- Make A Difference Day: 50 Service Projects in Honor of 50 Years October 25, 2024
- Donors, Scholars and Month of Giving November 2024
- Giving Tuesday December 3, 2024
- Holiday Spectacular December 5, 2024
- The Arts at Pellissippi March 2025
- Pellissippi Around the World April 2025
- Our Vision in Gold 50th Anniversary Celebration April 3, 2025
- Commencement May 9, 2025