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Emily DeLanzo Design Editor Skimpy swimsuits, no parental supervision and a break from midterms. What’s not to love about Spring Break? Between last-minute packing of towels and the buzz of midterms, students’ minds are everywhere but on the idea of safety. Officers at the UT Police Department (UTPD) stress the importance of general Spring Break safety when traveling. Whether you are heading down to Panama City or off on an adventure somewhere else, make sure you keep your cool and maintain a few key rules. Before you even leave campus, UTPD encourages that you hide unattended items. If keeping a vehicle on campus, hide valuables and make sure none are left in plain sight. Do not leave bicycles unattended outside. If you live in a house or apartment, do not leave curtains or blinds open
Three ATMs to move inside UC after Spring Break Victoria Wright Staff Writer Out with the old, in with the new. The “money wall,” once a student landmark of ATMs lining Philip Fulmer Way outside the UC, is now a bleak image of plaster wood and boarded holes. The removal of the ATMs was in preparation for the demolition of the UC parking garage, which will begin on Saturday. Jeff Maples, senior associate vice chancellor for finance and administration, said the demolition will be a slow process. “There are utility issues, and several things must occur,” Maples said. During the demolition process, three ATMS will be placed inside the airlock area of the UC: SunTrust, Bank of America and First Tennessee will be available for student use after Spring Break. Students who bank with Regions or other ATMs formerly on the wall will have to commute to other locations. Hunter Ripley, senior in logistics, banks with Regions and ORNL Federal Credit Union and will miss the convenience of using banking services on campus. “Ultimately, it’s not an easy
spot anymore — I was always on campus almost every day.” Ripley said. “Now that (the removal) has happened I have to go elsewhere and go further down Kingston Pike. It’s not too far, but it’s just an inconvenience.” Ripley, along with other students who use banks other than the three being placed in the airlock area, will have to pay ATM fines to use the machines. Katie Clark, junior in journalism and electronic media, believes the entire construction of the new Student Union is unnecessary. “I think the money wall does not need to be destroyed this year. I don’t even think the UC needs to be redone,” Clark said. “I think other buildings on campus need a lot more attention.” The entire reconstruction process for the new Student Union will cost $160 million. Maples said the complete details of a possible construction of a new money wall or a similar area is not known. Until then, Maples said the three ATMS in the airlock area will give students some solace for the removal. “What we want to do is to provide a good option for students,” Maples said. “Maybe it’s not what we had we’ve had to before, but it’s close.”
Francis Glynn • The Daily Beacon
Steven Lewandowski, sophomore in public relations, withdraws money from an ATM at the money wall on Nov. 10, 2011. The money wall, which once housed ATMs from a number of local and national banks, now has no ATMs available in preparation for demolition of the UC parking garage.
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while away. Actions like those invite bad behavior. “Pre-Spring Break, some students leave valuable items such as bicycles unsecured,” UTPD Lt. Emily Simerly said. “These are targets for thieves who may prey upon our students. Thieves realize when UT breaks such as Spring Break occur and take advantage that students may be distracted or not present to safeguard their property.” Once you have housekeeping items squared away, get to know your travel buddies. Alex Gaddy, a sophomore in political science, encourages all group members to exchange contact information before you leave Knoxville. “The most important part of Spring Break in terms of preparation is knowing everyone you’re going with and having their numbers,” Gaddy said. “Make sure you know how to get back to where you stay if you leave.” The open road calls, and the week of
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March 19-23 will have full roads of other excited college students heading off for Spring Break. Do not risk your life or others. Avoid driving under the influence of alcohol or other drugs while traveling. Police enforcement for speeding and other illegal behaviors will be higher than normal because of increased travel. Always remember to wear your seatbelt. Most of all, enjoy your drive and the carpool company. Carrying alcohol across state lines can be tricky. It is legal as long as the containers are sealed and out of reach of the occupants. The driver of the vehicle must be over 21 years of age. Also, double check the maximum carry allowed in each state you drive through. The Daily Beacon staff wants you to have fun and be responsible. See SPRING BREAK on Page 3
UT dedicates Min Kao building
George Richardson • The Daily Beacon
Min H. Kao accepts a digital image frame from College of Engineering Dean Wayne Davis, Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam and Chancellor Jimmy Cheek at the dedication of the Electrical Engineering and Computer Science building in Kao’s name on Wednesday. Kao, who received his M.S. and Ph.D. degrees from UT, donated a transformational gift of $17.5 million to the College of Engineering that was instrumental in raising the building that bears his name.
Preston Peeden Managing Editor On Wednesday, campus’ iconic Hill dedicated a new addition to its surroundings. This new landmark is the state-of-the-art Min H. Kao Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Building. The dedication was attended by namesake Min Kao, along with his wife Fan, Gov. Bill Haslam, Chancellor Jimmy Cheek, President Joe DiPietro and a host of other officials. The building, which cost over $37.5 million to construct — $12.5 million of which came from the Kaos — will serve to augment and hopefully advance the college. “The University of Tennessee opened its doors and offered me an opportunity to grow in my field,” said Kao is a press release from the university. “I hope the new facility will allow others to pursue their dreams and will further position UT as a gateway to great things in engineering and innovation.” Kao, a UT alumnus, donor and chairman, received his master’s and doctorate degrees from UT in 1977 in electrical engineering. From there, Kao went on to work in navigation systems before beginning a partnership with Gary Burrell. Burrell and Kao created Garmin, which has become one of the leading names in consumer, aviation and marine technologies for Global Positioning Systems. While Kao’s success with Garmin has taken him to high financial heights, he has always remained committed to his alma mater. In addition to the money donated for the building, he has also donated $5 million to create the Min H. Kao Scholars and Fellows endowments and the Kao Professorship. Through these gifts, he has been able to affect the lives of not only individual students but also an entire department. “Your generosity is going to be appreciated for as long as this building stands,” said Michael Pickelsimer, a graduate student in
electrical engineering and computer science, who was also a recipient of the Min H. Kao Fellowship and scholarship. “And your contributions have helped to provide a bright future for the department as well as students, and your gifts have made a difference for so many.” Kao’s contribution to the department was also reflected by DiPietro, who saw this building as a nice infusion of energy. “There is a special feel around a university when you move into new digs or a new building, and you can feel that in this place today,” he said. “And the best way to describe it is ‘Camelot’-like ... there is a spring in everybody’s step. There is a new sense of commitment to that enterprise around that college or in this case that department. It spills over.” The Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Department is one of the fastest-growing colleges on campus, and Kao’s numerous gifts will certainly play a part in its future growth. According to a UT press release, “During the past five years, undergraduate enrollment (in the college) increased by 27 percent, which is more than twice the national average. The number of doctoral students grew by 45 percent, which is more than four times the national average.” The new Min H. Kao Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Building will provide even more space for the college to grow as it centralized what had been a six-building college into a singular 150,000 square-foot building, with the ability for more and better interaction between faculty and students. Ultimately, this building and its construction reflect the administration’s current Top 25 Initiative, “Big Orange, Big Ideas,” which Cheek commented on. “Dr. and Mrs. Kao’s generous gift laid solid groundwork to begin our journey to the Top 25,” Cheek said in a release. “Their gift offers our students competitive education and research opportunities and provides much-needed infrastructure and resources as we continue to expand and enhance our institutional goals.”