KNOXVILLE – Former Tennessee coach Phillip Fulmer is returning to campus, this time as a commencement speaker.
Fulmer, who coached the Volunteers for 17 seasons, will address graduates at the UT College of Communication and Information commencement ceremony on May 12 at Thompson-Boling Arena.
Among the graduates participating will be two of Fulmer’s daughters, Alison, who is receiving a bachelor’s degree in public relations, and Brittany, who’s earned her master’s in communcation studies.
College Dean Mike Wirth says Fulmer’s dedication to Tennessee and the Knoxville community and ability to motivate young adults makes him a perfect choice for a graduation speaker.