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The Top 5: Help Us Name Neyland Stadium Student Section

You made your voices heard. You submitted hundreds of suggestions and we’ve narrowed the choices down to the top five. Now you get to decide which of these names will be linked forever with the best football student section in America! Check out the list and submit your vote here. Voting ends Sunday. The winning name will be unveiled at the home-opener against Utah State.

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Fall Tuition and Fee Payments Due Today

Fall tuition and fees are due by 4:30 p.m. today. Take a second to check your MyUTK account and make sure your fees have been paid. If you still need to pay your fees, don’t forget you can do so online. One Stop is open on the first floor of Hodges Library until 5:00 p.m. today if you need additional help.

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Welcome Week Continues with Fairs, Festivals, and Food

Welcome Week is in full swing with lots of events for all students to experience throughout the week. Enjoy a live step show during tomorrow’s Multicultural Student Life Welcome Back Celebration, tie-dye your own shirt during Wednesday’s VOLfest, play carnival style games during Friday’s Vol Night Long CarniVOL, and more. Check the full schedule here to start making your plans!

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It’s Time to Get Mobile, Vols!

Staying in the loop is now easier than ever before. With UT’s mobile app, you can check the event calendar to see what’s happening on campus and catch up on university news. Track the T in real time and easily connect with Blackboard and MyUTK. Everything you need when you’re on the go—all in one app.

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Sign Up to Receive UT ALERT

Are you new to campus? Take a few minutes to sign up for UT ALERT. This emergency text message notification system sends important alerts and information to the campus community in case of an emergency or weather-related closing or delay. If you are a returning student, check your UT ALERT contact information to make sure it is up-to-date.

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Graduate Students, You’re Invited to an Open House

Join the UT Libraries for an open house from 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. on Friday. Find out how the library can support your graduate research and teaching, meet your department’s subject librarian, discover resources, and more.

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A Quick Reminder about UT’s Drop Policy

Make sure to familiarize yourself with UT’s drop policy before classes are in full swing. You’re allowed four drops with a W during your academic career. You can drop through the tenth day of class without receiving a W. If you decide to drop after the ten-day period, your transcript will receive a W.

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New Design and Features on MyUTK Portal

You’ve probably noticed the redesign of the MyUTK portal it’s clean, simple, and offers enhanced functionality. You can now quickly and easily view your personal profile, important messages, schedule, and financial information. Learn more about the new portal here.

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New Faces in Student Life: Tyger Glauser

The Center for Student Engagement welcomed new assistant director Tyger Glauser over the summer. Tyger received her masters degree from UT. She’ll be advising the Cultural Attractions Committee, All Campus Events, and Volapalooza. Read some fun facts about Tyger here and welcome her back to UT when you see her around campus.

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