Student@Tennessee, Monday, Oct 1, 2012 
Newsletter for UT Knoxville Students


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Special

--- It was wet and cloudy, but hundreds of UT students, employees, and the Knoxville community turned out this morning to see the live broadcast of "Today" from the south lawn of Ayres Hall. Selected video clips from today's program are available at http://today.msnbc.msn.com/id/29054368/#49240944.

--- Emergency Management Month -- What if There is a Shooting on Our Campus? 

Do you know what to do if the unthinkable becomes a tragic reality? Individual response is critical to thwarting the goals of an active shooter. Do you know when it is best to run or seek cover? 
 
Answers to these questions can be found at safety.utk.edu/emergency-preparedness/active-shooter.

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Mark Your Calendar

--- The University of Tennessee Amateur Radio Club has open shack every Thursday from 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. in room 420 East Stadium Hall. All interested students are welcome to visit the station. Questions? e-mail [log in to unmask]

--- The Black Cultural Programming Committee will host its 8th annual Legends Lecture Series at 7 p.m. tonight in the UC. The lecture series honors African Americans who have made significant contributions to global society. This year's speaker is Susan L. Taylor, who will discuss "Bold, Visionary Leadership: From the Inside Out." Free and open to the public, with a reception to follow at the Black Cultural Center.

--- Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority invites the campus to "The ApAKAlypse: Survival of the Fittest" this week. Events begin with a "PinkOut on Pedestrian Walkway" from noon to 2 p.m tomorrow, where you can stop by to learn about breast cancer awareness while picking up a few PINK treats. To learn about the other events of the week or if you have questions e-mail [log in to unmask]

--- All Campus Events will hold its first mandatory homecoming meeting at 5:30 p.m. this Tuesday, Oct. 2, in UC 223-224. This will be followed by a Smokey's Howl meeting at 6:30, and a Miss Homecoming interest meeting at 7 p.m. Questions? E-mail [log in to unmask]

--- Diversity Organization of Business Students interest meeting, 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. tomorrow in Haslam Business Building room 201. The topic is the importance of diversity in the business world. Pizza and refreshments will be served. Questions? E-mail [log in to unmask]

--- Peace Corps information session, 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 3, in Room 253 of Hodges Library. Questions? E-mail [log in to unmask] or call 974-0428.

--- Circle K, the collegiate level of Kiwanis and Key Club, is accepting new members in their service-leadership club. The next meeting is at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 4 in HSS room 104. Questions? E-mail [log in to unmask]

--- UT's Cultural Attractions Committee and Indian American Association are partnering to bring Ragamala to Clarence Brown Theatre at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 4. Ragamala is an Indian dance company that specializes in Bharatanatyam, a South Indian classical dance, and combines it with more contemporary styles. Tickets are $5 for UT students, $20 for UT faculty/staff, and $25 for general admission. Questions? E-mail [log in to unmask]

--- The UT Science Forum presents Rich Giannone, Chemical Sciences Division, Oak Ridge National Laboratory, on "Yellowstone's Hot Bacteria and the Future of Biofuels," noon to 1 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 5. Free and open to the public. Location: Thompson-Boling Arena Dining room C-D. Bring your lunch or purchase it from the arena. Questions? e-mail [log in to unmask] or call 974-8156.
www.utk.edu/scienceforum

--- UT Libraries' Student Art in the Library project will unveil the fall exhibition of student works and announce the first-place and second-place award winners at 2 p.m. Friday, Oct. 5, in 135 Hodges Library.

--- Want to jam out to dueling local DJs with all of your friends and free food and prizes? Then don't miss out on Vol Night Long: DJ Duel!, 10 p.m. Friday, Oct. 5, to 2 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 6, in Circle Park. Free pizza and energy drinks and door prizes. Bring your UT ID for admission. Sponsored by Campus Entertainment Board. Questions? E-mail [log in to unmask]

--- The Campus Entertainment Board and truthLIVE present "Cobra Starship featuring Outasight," 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 6, at Thompson-Boling Arena. Attendees will need to reserve a seat online via truthLIVE's Facebook page and enter their confirmation code at the door. Questions? E-mail [log in to unmask]

--- Registration for Spring 2013 begins Monday, Oct. 8. Verify when you can register on MyUTK by choosing "Spring Semester 2013" in the Student Registration Links box and then clicking on "Registration Status." Browse the spring timetable by clicking "Search for Classes" or choose the timetable directly. If you must meet with your academic advisor prior to registration for spring, you should contact your college advising center or academic adviser soon to arrange an appointment.
http://myutk.utk.edu/

--- Issues Committee presents Jonathan Kozol: Fire in the Ashes. Jonathan Kozol, a renowned author and educational acitivist, will be speaking at 7 p.m. on Oct. 8 in the UC Auditorium. He will be hosting a debate on the American school system as well as discussing his most current book, Fire in the Ashes. This is event is free, and seating is first come, first served. Questions? e-mail [log in to unmask]

--- Aspiring Student Affairs Professionals (ASAP) is an organization for anyone interested in going into the higher education field. They will be having their first interest meeting at 4 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 9, in the Center for Leadership and Service. Questions? E-mail [log in to unmask]

--- The Phoenix literary art magazine is accepting student submissions of creative writing and artistic works for the Fall 2012 issue. Submissions will be accepted through the week of October 15, on weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., at the Department of Student Publications, 11 Communications Building. Questions? Call 974-5206.

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Get Involved

--- Do you have a question about health and wellness that you would like answered? If so, submit your question anonymously to the S.E.E Center’s Health and Wellness guru, Rosa, at http://seecenter.utk.edu/resources_rosa.

--- Students at the Baker Center have launched a voter registration drive, with support from several other student organizations, now through Friday, Oct. 5. Sign up at the Baker Center from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. in suite 302, Hodges Library from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the first floor, or the Panhellenic building from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Questions? E-mail [log in to unmask]

--- Chair massages, manicures, an inner-child play area and a place to make your own stress ball. All of these fun activities will be featured on Wednesday, Oct. 3, at the VolAware Street Fair, an event to raise awareness about mental health issues. Activities will take place from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on the Pedestrian Walkway. The events are free and open to the public.
http://volaware.utk.edu

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Ready for the World Events

--- The I-House is hosting Mexico Week this week. Events begin tonight at 7 p.m. with a lecture from Jaime Rivera discussing the last election that took place in Mexico, and how it showcases the way Mexicans may have a seemingly schizophrenic doubt concerning their institutions. Questions? E-mail [log in to unmask]
http://web.utk.edu/~ihouse/

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