May 30, 2013

Each year thousands of bright and talented students arrive on campus with immeasurable promise, but they are sometimes a little unclear about where to devote their creative energy. For many upperclassmen, an undergraduate research experience helps them discover and define their passion. Grace Levin is a shining example. As an "undecided" sophomore, Levin participated in an undergraduate research experience which helped define her academic career.

Alumna Jennifer Gramling is UT's new director of online programs. Gramling, who has worked in similar programs at Florida State University and at South College in Knoxville, began her new job earlier this month. She will assist faculty and staff in developing and supporting online programs and courses at UT.

A small section of Phillip Fulmer Way between Peyton Manning Pass and the Staff Lot 30 entrance will be closed to through traffic from Tuesday, June 4, to Tuesday, June 11, for utility work on the new Student Union project. For more information on campus traffic, visit the Cone Zone website.

Most people have experienced a long wait to see a doctor. Technology being developed through a new collaboration between UT Knoxville, Y-12 National Security Complex, and Stanley Healthcare aims to cut down on wait times. The three entities are developing an intelligent interactive dashboard that crunches data in realtime to help managers determine how best to administer flow.

As summer temperatures begin to rise, peak energy use times return to campus. Beginning June 1 through September 30, our campus is charged more for its energy use between the hours of 2:00 and 8:30 p.m. Faculty, staff, students, and visitors can follow a few simple tips to save resources and lower energy costs.

UT Warehousing and Surplus Property has temporarily moved its operations into the warehouse located at 2111 Stephenson Drive. To contact the office today, call 974-7891 or e-mail [log in to unmask].

McClung Museum's Fiftieth Birthday Party, 1:00-5:00 p.m. Saturday, June 1, at the museum located in Circle Park. The family-friendly event will feature games, crafts, refreshments, door prizes, and a photo booth. Free and open to the public. For more info, visit the museum's website.

Employee and Organizational Development training course: Making Meetings Work, 8:30-11:30 a.m. Friday, June 7, in UT Conference Center Room 218. Leading meetings requires detailed planning and knowledge in order to be most efficient. Participants will develop facilitation skills and techniques to outmaneuver meeting disruptors. Free to employees, though registration is required. For more info, call 974-6657.

Employee and Organizational Development computer course: Access 2010 Level 3, 12:30-4:30 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday, June 11 and 12, in UT Conference Center Room 219. This class introduces participants to the more advanced features in Access. The cost is $75 and registration is required. For more info call 974-6657.

For a complete list of campus events, visit www.utk.edu/events