About UT CPELL

The UT Center for Professional Education & Lifelong Learning (CPELL) at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, is dedicated to providing high-quality, accessible educational opportunities tailored to meet the needs of individuals and organizations. It focuses on fostering professional growth, skill development, and lifelong learning through various non-credit programs and initiatives.

Meet Our Team

Our team of dedicated professionals meets the highest standards of customer service. We look forward to assisting you with your questions about our professional education and lifelong learning courses and programs.

dedicated to LifeLong Learning

Our team members have contributed more than 100 years of combined years of service to the UT Center for Professional Education & Lifelong Learning.

Leanna Belew

Executive Director

Darrin Devault

Director

Sandra Chambers

Director of Finance

Jackie Dallas

Program Coordinator, UT Culinary & SMFS

Ashley Touchet

Program Coordinator, PPD & Kids U

Lydia Humphrey

Administrative Specialist

Austin Brown

SR Administrative Services Specialist

Melanie Makres

Program Assistant

Brianna Nelson

Social Media Specialist

Ben Chance

IT Administrator