The Office of Investigation & Resolution (OIR) is part of Campus Compliance Services, which is the central campus compliance unit at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville (UTK).
The Campus Compliance Services unit provides support, coordination, and assistance to other campus units working to ensure university-wide compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations, and university policies, while encouraging the highest ethical standards of conduct for those who represent the university and act on its behalf.
OIR serves as the central campus investigation unit for UTK (including the UT Institute of Agriculture and UT Space Institute) and the UT Institute for Public Service.
OIR’s mission includes:
- Receiving, assessing, and investigating and/or otherwise resolving reports of violations of university policy in a prompt, thorough, and impartial manner;
- Advancing the university’s commitment to providing a safe and welcoming living, learning, and working environment;
- Supporting university expectations for workplace behavior; and
- Facilitating compliance with:
We are dedicated to expanding access to educational opportunities, striving to remove barriers, and making academic pursuits more affordable. Consistent with the University’s commitment to high academic standards, student achievement, and the preparation of responsible citizens, we believe that engaging with individuals from all backgrounds and perspectives fosters a vibrant learning environment that enhances critical thinking and intellectual growth. Our collective strengths make us stronger, and we are committed to promoting an atmosphere where all members of the University community feel welcome, can thrive, and achieve success. Approved by the Board of Trustees on February 28, 2025UT System Statement of Aspirations
