FUTURE at University of Tennessee, Knoxville aims to empower students to achieve gainful employment in the community. The primary goal of the FUTURE Program is to provide a college experience for students to build social, work, academic and career development skills to promote lifelong learning and career possibilities.
Contact Emma Burgin, Ph.D., Coordinator
Email: eburgin@vols.utk.edu
Phone: (336) 253-0167
Website: futureut.utk.edu/
UT FUTURE
PROGRAM AT A GLANCE
Program website futureut.utk.edu/
Social media Facebook
Number of students served per year 10
Program length 2 or 3 years
Year program started 2012
Housing offerred No
Students participate in internships and other career development opportunities Yes
Provides access to typical college courses 2 or 3 per semester
Offers courses just for students in the program 3 per semester
Dually enrolled students (still in high school) No
Adult students (post high school) Yes
Program engages peer mentors Yes
Certified Comprehensive Transition Program Yes