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April 28, 2010
Family Weekend EventsSeveral times throughout each year, the Parents Association offers events to welcome you, the parent, into the UT family. Family Weekend Events are a great chance to enjoy some time with your student on campus. You will have the opportunity to purchase tickets to sporting events, attend Parents Association tailgate parties and dinners, participate in family seminars, enjoy programming both on campus and around Knoxville, and much more! Family Weekends allow you to meet other families and join students, faculty, and staff for a weekend together in the heart of "Big Orange Country".
End of the Semester InformationDuring the final exam period, the UT Libraries will offer extended hours. Hodges Library will be open 24 hours a day from noon Sunday, May 2, through Tuesday, May 11. Click here for more information. Changes to Student Loan Process Affect UT StudentsRecent changes to the way the federal government distributes and manages student loans will affect how UT students receive financial aid. The changes, which recently passed into law, shift the processing of federal student loans away from private lenders and to the U.S. Department of Education. UT Knoxville students should see few, if any, changes, although many of them will need to complete additional paperwork:
Campus Dining NewsStudents may now use their Meal Equivalency option at ALL National Brands on Campus for dinner! VOLAPALOOZA 2010Campus Entertainment Board, SGA, and Cultural Attractions Committee present the 8th annual VOLAPALOOZA 'Kickoff to Commencement' concert featuring Passion Pit with special guest star Flogging Molly, and opener Asher Roth. The concert will be held on Friday, April 30 at World's Fair Park. Entry is free for UT students with valid student ID. UT faculty, staff, and the general public can purchase tickets for $15 at www.knoxvilletickets.com. Make Orange Green Summer Send-Off RecyclingThe UT Summer Send-Off recycling campaign has begun. Students living in residence halls are invited to donate unwanted items to Goodwill instead of throwing them in the trash before moving out for the summer. Donation bins can be found in the lobby of campus residence halls. For more info call (865) 974-3480 or click here.
Campus NotificationWe are saddened to report the loss of a student who died from what appears to be natural causes on Monday, April 26, 2010 in Morrill Hall. Katherine Briana Bilbrey, of Knoxville, was a freshman at UT. Counselors are available to assist students and can be reached at the Counseling Center by calling 974-2196. We extend our sincere condolences to Ms. Bilbrey's family and friends. Panel DiscussionAs part of National Sexual Assault Awareness Month, a group of experts on sexual assault from UT and the Knoxville community will convene to discuss prevalent issues pertaining to and prevention of sexual assault. The panel discussion will take place on Thursday, April 29 from 6:00-8:00 PM in the Toyota Room of the Howard H. Baker, Jr. Center for Public Policy. For more information, click here. UTPD Installs Automated Electronic Defibrillators in Patrol CarsThe University of Tennessee Police Department has added Automated Electronic Defibrillators (AEDs) to patrol cars. UTPD officers are the first responders to emergencies on campus, including medical emergencies. All UTPD officers receive Red Cross certification for CPR and AED use. For more information, click here. Chancellor Announces UTK Climate Action PlanOn Earth Day, April 22, Chancellor Jimmy G. Cheek announced the first version of the UT Knoxville Climate Action Plan (CAP). With maintaining and enhancing UT Knoxville's place as a national leader in campus sustainability as one of the strategic goals for campus, this plan is at the heart of the effort. To view the CAP and for more information, visit the Make Orange Green website by clicking here. Princeton Review Lists UT Among '286 Green Colleges'The University of Tennessee is among the nation's most environmentally responsible institutions, according to The Princeton Review, one of the nation's top education service and evaluation companies. UT is one of only five universities in Tennessee to be included in the company's newest guidebook, "Guide to 286 Green Colleges," and is mentioned for its "Make Orange Green" program and other initiatives. The Make Orange Green environmental effort has been recognized across the state and nation as one of the top campus sustainability programs. For more information, click here.
THE UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE OFFICE OF THE PARENTS ASSOCIATION |
Important DatesApril 30: Spring Semester Courses End April 30: Total Withdrawal from the University Deadline April 30: Fall 2010 Graduation Application Deadline May 1, 2, 3, 8, 9: Study Days May 4, 5, 6, 7, 10, 11: Final Exams May 6: Mini Term Confirmation of Attendance and Payment Due at 4:30 PM May 11: Campus Dining Meal Plan Ends May 12: Residence Halls Close at 5:00 PM for Non-graduating Students May 12: University College Commencement Ceremonies May 12: Mini Term Classes Begin May 13: University College Commencement Ceremonies May 13: Graduate Hooding May 14: University College Commencement Ceremonies May 14: Residence Halls Close at 8:00 PM for Graduating Seniors May 31: Memorial Day Holiday (No Classes) June 2: Mini Term Classes End June 3: First and Full Session Summer 2010 Classes Begin
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