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The Homecoming “Tower of Cans” tradition brought in 43,599 pounds of food, according to the Food Supply Director at FISH...
11/20/2025

The Homecoming “Tower of Cans” tradition brought in 43,599 pounds of food, according to the Food Supply Director at FISH Hospitality Pantries. That food will go to FISH’s central warehouses and then to Knoxville families.

After their tin towers come crashing down, students donate tens of thousands of cans they collect for Homecoming’s Tower of Cans competition to FISH Hospitality Pantries each year.

Homecoming brings students together in different ways, from long nights pomping floats to simply enjoying the festive ca...
11/20/2025

Homecoming brings students together in different ways, from long nights pomping floats to simply enjoying the festive campus atmosphere. For some, it’s a core tradition, but for others, it’s hardly on their radar.

Last week at UT, daily events were held in honor of homecoming, a tradition that aims to bring students and alumni together. This year's theme, Torchbearers and Trailblazers, pays homage

Students in Tamar Shirinian’s class say they valued her teaching and open discussion environment and were shocked when s...
11/20/2025

Students in Tamar Shirinian’s class say they valued her teaching and open discussion environment and were shocked when she was removed from the classroom after her online comments drew scrutiny.

When UT placed assistant professor Tamar Shirinian on administrative leave in September, a void appeared in her classroom.

Knoxville now has three restaurants recognized by the Michelin Guide: J.C. Holdway, Potchke Deli and RT Lodge, each brin...
11/20/2025

Knoxville now has three restaurants recognized by the Michelin Guide: J.C. Holdway, Potchke Deli and RT Lodge, each bringing unique local flavors to East Tennessee’s dining scene. A major milestone for Knoxville food.

Earning a Michelin honor is one of the most celebrated feats in the restaurant industry. In Knoxville, recently three restaurants have earned that honor, receiving a spot on the Michelin

Here are 12 songs that shake up the classic holiday feel to add to your holiday playlist.
11/20/2025

Here are 12 songs that shake up the classic holiday feel to add to your holiday playlist.

As the cold weather settles in, Mariah Carey’s “All I Want for Christmas Is You” begins to beckon from a frosty horizon. Holiday cheer is right around the corner. For

Tennessee football hasn’t won in Gainesville since 2003. The players know it, too.“It really doesn’t mean anything to me...
11/19/2025

Tennessee football hasn’t won in Gainesville since 2003. The players know it, too.

“It really doesn’t mean anything to me. It’s really a crazy statistic, and we’re trying to win every game.”

Gainesville, Florida, is a daunting location for Tennessee football in the 21st century.

Tennessee football heads to Gainesville this weekend, playing Florida who is coming off a loss. Here’s how the rest of t...
11/19/2025

Tennessee football heads to Gainesville this weekend, playing Florida who is coming off a loss. Here’s how the rest of the Vols’ opponents fared over the weekend.

Tennessee football held a defensive masterclass in its Homecoming 42-9 win against the New Mexico State Aggies over the weekend.

In 2009, junior marketing major Sarah Smith was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia and treated at East Tennesse...
11/19/2025

In 2009, junior marketing major Sarah Smith was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia and treated at East Tennessee Children’s Hospital. Today, she serves as the vice president of marketing for student organization VOLthon, which leads a major donation drive to benefit the same hospital she received treatment at.

Sixteen years ago, in 2009, junior marketing major Sarah Smith was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia and treated at East Tennessee Children’s Hospital. Today, she serves as the vice president

Circuit Entertainment Agency, a new student organization, is run by UT student Ian Camaione. The organization allows stu...
11/19/2025

Circuit Entertainment Agency, a new student organization, is run by UT student Ian Camaione. The organization allows students to engage with the business side of the music industry.

“Trial by fire.”

UT faculty member Rhiannon Potkey’s nonprofit Goods4Greatness supplies sports equipment to kids in need with the help of...
11/19/2025

UT faculty member Rhiannon Potkey’s nonprofit Goods4Greatness supplies sports equipment to kids in need with the help of UT and other sports facilities.

Goods4Greatness is a nonprofit founded in May of 2018 by University of Tennessee faculty member Rhiannon Potkey. Since it began, Potkey has created connections with colleges and individual donors to

Hayden Kubik began her college career following in her sister's foot steps, but has been destined for her own path since...
11/19/2025

Hayden Kubik began her college career following in her sister's foot steps, but has been destined for her own path since transferring. Her family has been there the entire way.

“She’s her own thing, she’s her own person”

Tennessee volleyball senior Hayden Kubik’s journey has always been one marked by family.

OPINION: Boy moms have become a controversial topic on social media as many criticize the toxic mother-son dynamics they...
11/19/2025

OPINION: Boy moms have become a controversial topic on social media as many criticize the toxic mother-son dynamics they present online. Contributor Claire Thatcher explores how a relationship built on blind allegiance and obsessive attachment can lead to a lack of accountability and a tendency to violence later in life.

Stillwater Police Department booked 17-year-old Jesse Mack Butler into jail on March 4.

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