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In a continuing effort to keep students
informed about their work on campus, SGA has compiled the Rocky Top Wrap-Up report
to share how their representatives are working to improve students’ experience.
Learn more about SGA’s accomplishments this semester with their opt-in
campaign, legislative bills, and campus outreach initiatives here.
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reminders
Campus and surrounding areas have a lot
less activity going on as students, faculty, and staff leave for the holidays. With fewer
people around, there can be increased opportunities for theft. Whether you stay in
Knoxville or travel home, keep these safety tips
in mind.
Vol Tip: Staying on or near campus during the break? The T will run
on a limited schedule beginning December 12 and will not run from December 20 through
28. Familiarize yourself with the T winter break schedule here.
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deadlines
Plan to be back on campus next fall? Apply
now for the continuing undergraduate student scholarship. The majority of UT scholarship
committees, including many in the academic colleges, use this application to consider
possible awards for returning students. Follow self-service Banner to the financial aid
menu within MyUTK to access the application. The
deadline to apply is February 1.
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awesome
UT Recycling will be screen printing T-shirts
and posters from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. today and tomorrow outside of Hodges Library for
America Recycles Day. You’ll receive a unique screen print after you sign a
pledge promising to recycle and become a Waste Warrior—someone who fights to reduce
their environmental impact. Students are encouraged to bring their own T-shirts to be
screen printed; however, UT Recycling will have a limited number of T-shirts and posters
available.
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reminders
Need an easy and quick way to sell back
your fall semester textbooks? The VolShop will be buying back textbooks and accepting
rental book returns from students today through Thursday, December 11, at seven
locations throughout campus. A full schedule of buyback times and locations can be found
here.
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awesome
Lady Vols basketball player Diamond
DeShields has been selected to represent the SEC on proposed governance rule changes
under the NCAA’s recently adopted Division I autonomy process. The new process will
pave the way for student-athletes to have a voice at every level of decision making. A
sophomore in communication studies, DeShields is one of three student-athletes who will
represent the SEC. Congratulations, Diamond!
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jobs and
internships
It’s never too early to start planning
to work in an internship. The total process—finding an internship, applying, and
interviewing—can take several weeks or even months. Career Service’s Big
Orange Briefcase blog offers some tips to help you with your internship planning process
here.
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see you there
Need a break from studying? There are still
plenty of activities taking place to help you relax and unwind through Tuesday, December
9. Stop by Hodges Library to get a free massage, play with a HABIT dog, show off your
moves at a silent dance party, or hang out with friends at a game night. A full schedule of
activities can be found here.
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