For University of Tennessee, Knoxville (UTK) faculty, staff, and students, accessing professional printing services is straightforward and efficient with . Whether you need business cards, letterheads, envelopes, or more, UTK Printing provides a range of options to meet your needs. This guide will walk you through the various methods to place your print orders and ensure a smooth process.
Ordering Options for UTK Printing Services
UTK Printing & Mail offers multiple convenient ways to submit your print requests, catering to different needs and file sizes. You can choose the method that best suits your order and technical capabilities.
Online Ordering Portal for Branded Materials
For branded stationery items like business cards, letterhead, envelopes, note cards, and pocket folders, UTK utilizes an online ordering portal. This system ensures that all printed materials adhere to the University’s branding guidelines.
To access the portal:
- Visit the MarcomCentral Online Order System.
Alt: UTK MarcomCentral online ordering portal login page for branded printing materials.
Important Notes for Online Portal Orders:
- Login Credentials: This system uses a separate login from your University NetID. Students should check with their department for eligibility and login information.
- Departmental vs. Personal Orders: Orders billed to a departmental account can be delivered on campus. Personal orders require pickup at the University Printing & Mail main office and payment via check or exact cash.
- Template Alterations: Any requests to modify the layout of a template must be approved by the relevant branding office to maintain UTK’s visual identity standards. Refer to the Knoxville Campus Branding Guidelines, Institute of Agriculture Branding Guidelines, UT System Branding Guidelines, or UT Health Science Center Branding Guidelines for specific guidelines.
- Support: For any questions regarding the online ordering system, please call 865-974-8923.
Direct Web Submission Form for Quick Orders
For general print jobs and smaller files, the Direct Web Submission Form is a user-friendly option directly accessible from the UTK Printing & Mail website.
To use this form:
- Navigate to the Direct Web Submission Form.
Alt: Screenshot of the UTK Printing Direct Web Submission Form, showing fields for customer and order information.
Steps for Direct Web Submission:
- Select your preferred Copy Center.
- Fill in your customer and order details in the required fields.
- Attach up to 4 files (2MB each). For more files, use a .zip folder.
- Review and submit your order.
Upon submission, you should receive an email confirmation. For any corrections or to get your job number, contact your selected printing center. For files exceeding 2MB, consider using the PDF order form method.
Interactive PDF Order Form for Larger Files and Email/Vault Submissions
For larger files or when submitting via email or UTK’s secure file sharing system, Vault, the Interactive PDF Order Form is the recommended method.
- Access and download the University Printing Interactive PDF Order Form.
Alt: UTK University Printing Interactive PDF Order Form example page, showing fields for order details and contact information.
Complete the form and submit it along with your files via email to [email protected]. For files too large for email, utilize the Vault for secure file transfer, referencing the order form in your submission.
Essential Information for Placing Your UTK Print Order
To ensure your order is processed accurately and efficiently, please have the following essential information ready when submitting your request to UTK Printing & Mail:
- University Printing & Mail Customer Number (four-digit)
- Publication Authorization Number
- Job description
- Contact person name and telephone number
- Department name and account number
- Delivery instructions
- Required delivery date (specify date, avoid “ASAP”)
- Paper specifications (color, weight, etc.)
- Ink color(s)
- Pre-Press and Bindery instructions
- Special instructions (e.g., single or double-sided printing, collating, etc.)
- Proofing instructions
By providing this information and utilizing the appropriate ordering method, you can effectively manage your UTK printing needs with University Printing & Mail. For general inquiries, their friendly staff is available to assist with services, paper options, turnaround times, and cost estimates.
