Life on Rocky Top
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Vol Connect: Find Events and Meet New Friends
With the fall semester quickly approaching, Rocky Top will soon be filled with thousands of new and returning Vols. Whether this is your first semester at UT and you’re looking to make new friends or you are a returning student, Vol Connect is a great resource for students to explore new interests, connect with peers,…
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Listen. Learn. Lead. Week on Rocky Top
UT has just concluded its fifth semiannual Listen. Learn. Lead. Week on March 19. With collaboration from several departments and divisions, the university planned and hosted a multitude of events that served to enhance the ability of students, faculty, and staff to hear differing perspectives, learn from others, and lead courageously. Offering a variety of…
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Student Volunteers Serve Knoxville Community for 25th Year of MLK Days of Service
From January 26 to February 27, the Jones Center for Leadership served as a catalyst for connecting students with local organizations to positively impact the community through volunteer work, honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s legacy of social change. During the month-long event, 691 UT students, faculty, or staff volunteered with 23 community partner organizations…
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Spring Break Activities for Students in Knoxville
For students who may be staying in Knoxville for spring break, now is a great time to explore what downtown Knoxville and East Tennessee have to offer! With the weather getting warmer and the flowers beginning to bloom, many students may be ready to embrace the outdoors. For those who enjoy outdoor activities such as…
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Campus Renovations Support Unparalleled Volunteer Experience
Across campus, renovations and updates are being made to a variety of spaces to elevate the student experience on Rocky Top. There’s never been a better time to be a Volunteer, demonstrated in the ways in which the Division of Student Life is investing in the campus environment. Located in the heart of student residence…
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Transformed LG Laundry Lounge Creates Fun Atmosphere for Everyday Task
Thanks to a partnership with LG, every student’s least favorite task, doing their laundry, can now be a time to look forward to. When residents of Fred Brown Hall returned for the spring semester, they were met with a transformed “Laundry Lounge,” including state-of-the-art equipment and space to relax while they wait for their laundry…
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Jones Center Celebrates 25 Years of MLK Days of Service: January 26 Through February 27
For 25 years, the Jones Center for Leadership and Service has connected students with local organizations to give back to the greater Knoxville community during MLK Jr. Days of Service. The multi-week service event works to recognize the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his commitment to community, bringing together Volunteers to serve…
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What’s Open on Campus?
You may be away from campus during winter break, but Rocky Top is still open and eagerly awaiting your return. Outside of official administrative holidays and closings, many student support services offered by the university are still available throughout December and January. Here’s a roundup of what’s open on campus. Student Union December hours for the…
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Student Resources for Finals Week
As the days get shorter and the time spent at the library gets longer, the university offers several resources to support students’ well-being as they finish the semester. Whether you are in search of additional academic support to help you through final exams or mental health resources particularly through the winter months, the Division of…
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Student Art on Display at Frieson Black Cultural Center through December 31
Throughout the year, the Frieson Black Cultural Center is home to student-curated art exhibits, with each exhibit highlighting various artists and organizations. Hosted by the Office for Campus Culture and Community, the exhibit space is a unique area of campus where the student voice is centered, increasing exposure for student artists and creating opportunities for…