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Meet Trennie Williams, Vol Super Fan

Trennie will do almost anything for the love of his university—even donning Power T sweater vests and a superhero cape. A sophomore in journalism and electronic media, he has been featured in the Big Orange Friday video and more recently, in the new VOLstarter video. Learn more about Trennie and all of the ways he shows his pride for UT.

2015 Faculty Appreciation 
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Give Your Favorite Professor a Shout-Out This Week

We love seeing students’ shout-outs to their favorite faculty members during this week’s Faculty Appreciation Week! Don’t forget to share your shout-outs on Twitter or Instagram. Use the hashtag #UTFaculty or take a selfie with your favorite professor.

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Tickets Still Available for This Weekend’s TEDxUTK

Speakers will share their insights, opinions, and experiences and ignite new conversations in the university community. The event begins at 10:30 a.m. this Saturday in the Lindsay Young Auditorium of Hodges Library. A list of speakers and ticket information can be found here.

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Nominate a Deserving Senior for Torchbearer Award

The nomination deadline for the Torchbearer award, given to seniors based on their academic achievement and commitment to others and their community, has been extended to noon on Monday, February 23.

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Are You Planning to Run in the SGA Elections?

SGA will host a mandatory meeting at 7:00 p.m. tonight in the UC Crest Room for anyone who plans to run in the upcoming SGA elections. The meeting will cover election rules and procedures. If you have questions or cannot attend the meeting, e-mail the SGA office.

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Transfer Students: Get an Associate’s Degree with the Credits You’ve Already Earned

If you transferred to UT from a Tennessee community college before finishing your associate’s degree, you may now be eligible for a Tennessee Reverse Transfer degree. The new program allows students who transfer to receive an associate’s degree when requirements are met in pursuit of a bachelor’s degree. The deadline to sign up is February 28.

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It’s Severe Weather Awareness Week

Severe weather is a common occurrence in East Tennessee. That familiarity makes it easy to forget how dangerous lightning, damaging winds, floods, and hail can be. Respect Mother Nature and know what to do in severe weather. Governor Bill Haslam has declared this week Severe Weather Awareness Week to encourage planning and preparing for severe weather. Learn more on the campus Safety website.

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