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COE Faculty Paper Honored at Conference
Transportation Systems STEM Summer Academy for Teachers—a paper by Dr. Shashi Nambisan, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering,
and Dr. Jennifer Richards, Department of Food Science and Technology—was selected as the best paper in the STEM and Community Engagement section at the Engineering Leaders for Grand Challenges conference held in November 2014 at Texas A&M University at Qatar.
The paper summarized efforts related to and outcomes from the development and implementation of a three day, transportation-systems-based summer academy for teachers.
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Zawodzinski Selected as Poly Fellow
Dr. Thomas Zawodzinski, Governor's Chair Professor in the College of Engineering Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, has been selected
as a Poly Fellow by the American Chemical Society Division of Polymer Science. This is a prestigious award that recognizes the services and contributions to the field of polymer science. Awardees will be honored with a plaque during the Spring ACS National
Meeting during the POLY/PMSE Award Reception on Wednesday, March 25, 2015 in Denver, Colorado.
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Student News and Opportunity
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Mohebbi Named Among "New Faces of Engineering"
Shima Mohebbi, a PhD student in the Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering, was selected as one of two nominees for 2015 by the Institute of Industrial
Engineering (IIE) for the national program "New Faces of Engineering." The nomination was announced this week via
DiscoverE.org. Mohebbi is a graduate research assistant at the Health Information Technology and Simulation (HITS) Laboratory at UT.
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REU Opportunity for Student Veteran Available
The Georgia Tech Manufacturing Institute (GTMI) is accepting student applications for its summer 2015 Research Experience for Student Veterans in Advanced Manufacturing and Entrepreneurship (REVAMP) REU program. REVAMP is a ten-week National Science Foundation
(NSF) Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) summer internship program hosted at GTMI in Atlanta, Georgia.
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MSE Offers Short Course in Materials Characterization
The Department of Materials Science and Engineering (MSE) is offering a
Materials Characterization Short Course 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Wednesday–Friday, May 6–8, 2015, in Room 307 of the Science and Engineering Research Facility (SERF). The course will feature sixteen to twenty instructors from several different organizations
in East Tennessee. The objective of this course is to provide an overview of techniques for assessing the structure, composition and physical properties of materials in the solid state.
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Events Announced for Women's History Month
As part of Women's History Month, Susan Riechert will present "Women in STEM: Arachnology at UT" at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 3 in the Hodges Library Auditorium. Riechert, 2014 recipient of the Notable Woman Award from UT's Commission for Women and a prominent
scholar in spider research, will discuss the challenges of working in a male-dominated research field as well as her outreach to local schools through the "Biology in a Box" program.
The "Women in Art" gallery show will be on display March 2–5 in the first-floor lobby of the International House. A reception for the show will be at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, March 5, in the Mary Greer Room of the Hodges Library.
Read more at the Commission for Women website.
Peace Corps Week Coming Up
Peace Corps Week will be March 1-7, 2015, with activities across campus and town:
Events:
- 10:30 a.m.–noon Sunday, March 1: Peace Corps campus recruiter Amanda McRoy will be on the Hubert Smith radio show on WUTK The Rock 90.3.
- 3:00–4:00 p.m. Sunday, March 1: Paint the Rock: Peace Corps logo will be painted on UT’s all natural billboard.
- 6:30–8:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 4: Information Session with a currently serving Peace Corps volunteer via Skype; Room 212 of Hodges Library.
- 5:30–7:00 p.m. Thursday, March 5: Peace Corps Story Slam at Lawson McGhee Library, 500 W. Church Avenue in downtown Knoxville.
- 2:00–5:00 p.m. Saturday, March 7: Peace Corps Coffee Hour at Remedy Coffee, Jackson Avenue in Knoxville's Old City.
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Campus Leadership & Service Scholarships Available
UT has several scholarships available to returning students that recognize their outstanding contributions to campus leadership and community service. The recipients of these scholarships are chosen in the spring by a committee appointed by the Division of
Student Life. Students may apply themselves or may be recommended by another member of the campus community. To nominate a student, please send their name and email address to Sally Parish, Director of the Center for Leadership and Service at
[log in to unmask].
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Y-12 Internships Announced
The Y-12 National Security Complex is currently recruiting for summer 2015 internship opportunities in engineering (nuclear, mechanical, electrical, civil, fire protection, chemical, and other disciplines). The internship is for the summer of 2015, starting
toward the end of May until mid-August (11-12 week duration, typically). To be considered for this intern position, you must be working towards a degree in engineering; completed your sophomore year in college; have an overall grade point average of 2.8 or
above; and you must be a United States Citizen. Seniors who have graduated are eligible to up to one year post graduation.
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Pre-Med Info Sessions Offered
An information workshop on the AMCAS application is planned for students interested in pre-med studies at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 31, at HSS 123.
VolsTeach Opportunities
 What else can you do with your major? You can now
receive your degree and a secondary education teaching license with VolsTeach. The VolsTeach program is available to Math and Science majors who wish to expand their career options by earning a secondary education teaching license. Given the current economy
VolsTeach offers one degree with two career paths which will make you more competitive in the future job market. For more information, click the image at left, contact VolsTeach Coach Jada Johnson at
[log in to unmask], or visit
http://volsteach.utk.edu.
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Engineering Advising
Summer and Fall Registration Dates 2015
Summer 2015 Timetable
Seniors (90 hours or more) - March 3
Juniors (60 to 89 hours) - March 5
Sophomores (30 to 59 hours) - March 10
Freshmen(0 to 29 hours) - March 12
Fall 2015 Timetable Live Feb. 23
Priority Registration (Honors, Athletes, Veterans) - March 9 and 10
Spring Break- March 16 through 20
Seniors (90 hours or more) - March 23 and 24
Juniors (60 to 89 hours) - 30 and 31
Sophomores (30 to 59 hours) - April 6 and 7
Freshmen (0 to 29 hours) - April 13 and 14
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Engineering Professional Practice
Stay up-to-date with Engineering Professional Practice information and events by clicking the “Like” button on the program’s
Facebook page, following the program on
Twitter, visiting its website at www.coop.utk.edu, or calling 865-974-5323.
Featured Student: Aaron Armentrout
 Our student this week is Aaron Armentrout, a chemical engineering major who accepted a co-op at Oak Ridge
National Laboratories, located in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. He describes the department he worked in and what his main responsibilities were.
“I worked for the Materials Science Division here at ORNL developing a new material to serve as a fuel cell membrane," said Armentrout.
A challenge that he had to overcome on this assignment was to decide how to use his time at ORNL, because it is extremely valuable.
"There are numerous lectures going on and on-campus events that are interesting," said Armentrout. "I stayed focused on our project and tried to attend lectures I could manage."
The most valuable benefit he received during his co-op assignment was: "Experience working in a professional research environment."
Students, please note: If you receive a co-op or internship offer, please contact Engineering Professional Practice for help with paperwork and any preparations you may need –
[log in to unmask], 865-974-5323, or 310 Perkins Hall.
Students may read more about their peers' co-op experiences by logging into their Engineering Professional Practice profile via
www.coop.utk.edu, clicking "Resource Library" (on the left margin) and selecting "Students at Work–In Their Own Words." For information on engineering co-op and internships, contact
[log in to unmask] or 865-974-5323.
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Career Services
EF 301 – Career Services for Engineers
Planning your class schedule for Fall 2015? Don’t forget to register for EF 301 – Engineering Career Planning!
This class is offered each spring and fall semester and is taught 1:25–2:15 p.m. Mondays at Career Services, 100 Dunford Hall. This class is a perfect fit for all juniors and seniors and will equip students with the right tools to land that great job. Sophomores
and graduate students may also register for the course as well. The class is offered on a one-hour satisfactory/no credit basis and is taught by Career Services Consultants for the College of Engineering, April Gonzalez or Justin Rice. Expect visits from company
representatives, tips and tricks from HR Recruiters, advice on resumes, cover letters, interviewing and salary negotiation and learn the ways you can stand out and get noticed at the job fairs.
Here’s what students are saying about the class:
- “This is the most useful non-engineering class I have ever taken. It gave me insider information about what employers are looking for during interviews and I have a resume that I feel great about!”
- “Well thought out and put together course. I feel much more confident about job searching.”
- “This class exceeded all my expectations – it really works!”
Don’t wait to sign up as space is limited and the class will fill up fast.
Workshops/Events
Careers in the Foreign Service
4:00–5:00 p.m. March 9, 2015
Workshop (one hour)
University Center
Learn about opportunities in the US State Department from Mark Powell, former Foreign Service Officer in South America. You will receive guidance and advice on careers, internships and fellowships in the field. Powell, a Diplomat in Residence, will answer questions
and share insight with those interested in Foreign and Civil Service careers.
Navigating the Workplace: LGBTQ Professional Career Panel
4:00–6:00 p.m. March 11, 2015
Workshop (two hours)
University Center Shiloh Room
Students and participants will have a chance to hear from a panel of professionals about their experience being LGBTQ in the workplace. The panel represents a variety of career fields such as science, engineering, law, communications, and the helping professions.
Learn how to navigate common issues that may arise, and have the opportunity to ask questions. This is an event co-sponsored by Career Services and is part of the OUTReach: LGBT & Ally Resource Center inQUEERies Series.
VIRTUAL CAREER FAIR
* REGISTER NOW *
EMPLOYERS LIST HERE (70 employers)
APRIL 1 & 2
Students & Alumni will Meet recruiters live online—It's easy & efficient!
Full-time, Internship, & Co-op Jobs (all majors invited)
* Upload resume and maybe win an iPod
If you have questions, please contact Career Services at 865-974-5435 or
[log in to unmask]. Don’t wait to sign up as space is limited and the class will fill up fast.
For more information, contact April Gonzalez , Career Services Consultant—College of Engineering, at
[log in to unmask]; Justin Rice, STEM Consultant, at
[log in to unmask]; or call 865-974-5435. Check out
www.career.utk.edu for a list of all upcoming events.
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Multicultural Student Life
The Academic Support Unit (ASU) in Multicultural Student Life supports the academic success of students through a variety of services:
The Tutoring Program provides free tutoring to students in a variety of subject areas.
The Book Loan Program allows students to borrow up to two books free of charge. Students must return the borrowed books at the end of the semester. Applications for the Book Loan Program are at
multicultural.utk.edu.
The Final Prep Sessions provide students with a quiet and comfortable environment to study for their final exams. Students have access to tutoring in a variety of subjects. The Black Cultural Center extends its hours in order to accommodate
those students who wish to have additional studying time. Stress relief activities and snacks are also provided for students to aid in their studying.
The Student Success Center
offers a variety of academic support.
Academic Coaching: A one-one-one meeting with a trained GTA who can help with time management, goal setting, and more. Call 865-976-6641 to make an appointment or stop by 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Monday–Friday, third floor of Greve Hall.
Supplemental Instruction: Out of class study sessions with trained student SI Leaders. No appointment necessary. Please see the
schedule for details.
Tutoring: Drop in or by appointment sessions available. Students can check the
schedule for details. More tutoring options may be available through the SSC. Contact SSC if you are in need of tutoring for a subject not currently listed on the website.
UT LEAD: Many SSC services are currently available for UT LEAD students.
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