The University of Memphis Campus
Research & Innovation
The University of Memphis is emerging as one of the great metropolitan research universities in the United States, noted for drawing on the strengths and challenges of the urban setting and region in which it is located to address society's issues and needs. Opened in 1912, the University enrolls more than 20,000 students. The University offers 15 bachelor's degrees in more than 50 majors and 70 concentrations, master's degrees in over 45 subjects, doctoral degrees in 21 disciplines, the Juris Doctor degree and a specialist degree in education.
Central tenets of the University's values are commitments to excellence in teaching and research, innovation and creativity, respect for diversity and individual worth, responsible stewardship and conservation of resources and leadership and involvement in the economic, social, and professional growth of Memphis, the state of Tennessee, and the nation. Meeting those commitments requires constant assessment of appropriate directions for the University. Planning therefore must be a dynamic and ongoing activity.
Sports
The University of Memphis is also a NCAA Division 1 athletics program that excels in many different sporting arenas. The Tigers football team has gone to a bowl game five times within six seasons and has improved drastically under head coach Tommy West. The basketball team is reknown throughout the nation for its amazing play and has achieved Elite 8 success three years in a row including last year's championship game appearance. Overall, the Tigers have 18 varsity teams, which includes 9 teams for the men and women respectfully.