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SARAH RAINEY Editor-in-Chief Hi there, Vol Parents!
As the Editor-in-Chief of The Daily Beacon, I am happy to offer you a warm welcome to Rocky Top. Your children have already survived an entire month of college, which is something to be immensely proud of. College can be hard, for parents and students alike. For many parents, this is the first time your child or children have been away from home for such an extended period of time. For several freshmen, they have never lived on their own until now. A lot comes with a student arriving to college for the first time. They are in a new environment where they will meet new people and have new experiences that could change their lives forever.
College classes are often entirely different from high school classes as well, and there is usually a heaping pile of assignments, readings, projects, quizzes and exams that students are left unprepared to face. However, for the parents of those students, this is a really difficult time of letting go. Perhaps your child still lives at home and is able to commute to campus, or maybe you live across the country and your child has traveled all the way to Knoxville, Tennessee, to embark on their college journey. No matter where your child comes from, they have all arrived here at the University of Tennessee. This campus has 30,000 students and hundreds of organizations to join, along with some fun, rigorous, exciting and challenging courses to take. Your child will discover new interests in their time here, and they will probably change their major at least once — or maybe four times. If I had to give you a piece of advice, though, I would suggest to not let this stress you out. College is a time to find yourself, and maybe your child needs to find themselves two or three times before they get it right. There is nothing wrong with making mistakes, and your child will probably have their fair share in college. Maybe they will skip a few classes they probably shouldn’t have skipped, or not study as hard as they could on an exam or even make some decisions that aren’t entirely ideal.
This is a part of growing up, maturing and figuring out the real world in general, and mistakes are necessary for them to learn from in order to do things differently in the future. Also, there are numerous amazing resources here at UT for your child. From the Center for Career Development if they are deciding whether to change their major one more time, to the Student Health Center if they are feeling unwell, to The Daily Beacon newspaper if they are wondering what is going on on campus or in Knoxville, to the numerous professors, advisors and mentors they will encounter that will offer them advice and guidance when they need it. I know that your child will have so many opportunities here at UT. Encourage your college student to try new things and to give their best effort in all that they do and to do what makes them happy. I promise that everything is going to be just fine. I hope you enjoy your time here on Rocky Top! Sarah Rainey
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Emergency resources for students on campus JAKE YODER Managing Editor
campus community. In case of a major emergency, information will be posted to the front page of utk.edu. Distressed Student Protocol
The world can be a scary place. While we’d like to avoid them, emergencies happen, and it can be frightening to send your child off into the world on their own. Luckily, UT has a ton of emergency resources meant to keep your child safe and to help give you a sound mind. UT Alert One of the most used emergency systems at UT is UT Alert. Whenever something that would classify as an “emergency” happens on or around campus, UT Alert sends out text and email alerts to all those signed up for alerts. UT Alerts are normally only used for very serious or pressing emergencies. Incidents such as shootings, assaults, robberies, inclement weather, fires, campus closures, utility outages and important COVID-19 updates have all been reported through UT Alert over the past few years. If you aren’t a member of the campus community, there are still a few ways that you can keep up with UT Alerts. Emergency messages from UT Alert will be posted to UT’s twitter account soon after the message is sent out to the
If a student on campus feels they or someone they know is distressed and have nowhere else to turn, UT’s Distressed Student Protocol might be for them. The protocol, which was created to foster student success and well-being, can be used by both students and faculty. Calling 974-4357 (974-HELP) will get students in contact with a case manager that will try to help them through whatever they are struggling with. According to UT’s emergency resources website, UT recommends reaching out to 974-HELP if a student is exhibiting excessive or inappropriate anger, behavioral or emotional change, withdrawal, change in hygiene or appearance, alcohol or drug abuse, expressing unusual thoughts, exhibiting unusual behaviors or a decline in academic performance. Faculty or staff may also reach out to the help line on a student’s behalf if they are feeling uncomfortable or uneasy, feeling alarmed or frightened, feeling that something is not right, are concern about a student’s ability to function or worry about a student’s comments or behavior.
Emergency Blue Phones If you’ve taken a tour around campus, you might have noticed all of the big white pillars with blue lights on top of them dotted around campus. These aren’t simply for show — they’re emergency phones designed to help students in distress. If a student happens to feel distressed at any point in the day, they can use the emergency phones to contact campus police or simply sound an alarm to scare off potential villains. UT also uses these emergency phones as speakers to notify those on campus in case of a large-scale emergency. UT Police Department The UT police department does far more than simply enforce the law on UT’s campus. They offer classes such as active shooter training and rape aggression defense for students and faculty in order to help those on campus protect themselves against assailants. The UTPD will also assist those on campus with vehicle troubles and will jump start your car in case of a dead battery at no additional cost. The UTPD can be contacted at 865-974-3111 for emergencies and 865-974-3114 for nonemergencies. Of course, if you or someone on campus is in a very serious situation, the best idea is still to call 911.
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Where to get your affordable Vols merchandise this weekend CALEIGH ROZMENOSKI Copy Chief Nothing can compare to the atmosphere of a college campus on game day. The tailgates, excitement and school spirit are something you can’t understand until you’ve experienced it. And in that experience, there is a strong desire to participate — regardless of your age or affiliation. What’s a better way to rep UT than to sport the colors of Rocky Top? But of course, the price of Vol merchandise can turn anyone away. Luckily, Knoxville is Vol Nation, and UT goods can be found just about anywhere — and usually at a reasonable price. Whether you and your student are looking for shirts, novelty cups, pompoms or home decor, you can find all of your Rocky Top needs for a significantly lower price than you would shopping at any UT affiliated store. Department stores A quick trip to any major retailer will demonstrate just how deep the Orange and White runs in Knoxville. Walmart, Target, TJ Maxx and more have UT merch for people of all ages — and even pets! T-shirts and pants with a plethora of UT logos and slogans in various
colors can be found for as low as $11. Baseball caps only cost around $15. Don’t forget UT has a clear bag policy for games, but at Walmart, you can purchase one for only $6.88. All of the goods are official, too. Convenience stores Looking for a key chain, koozie, license plate, hat or even a mug? Or, did you get stuck in traffic and need to grab something UTesque before the game? Rocky Top runs so deep in Knoxville that you can find a majority of these items and more at gas stations and convenience stores, like the Shell Station and Walgreens.
tives if you and your student are specifically looking for UT apparel. Although, this will cost more than a trip to the Goodwill.
joy. Just keep in mind, whatever you are about to buy on campus is probably only a 15 minute drive away for half the price.
Online retailers If shopping just isn’t for you or your student, ordering UT goods and apparel and having them delivered before Parents Weekend even starts is another alternative. However, the prices are higher than what is available in most Knoxville retail stores. Explore Knoxville and spend time with your new college student this weekend. Whether you are shopping for yourself or your student, there is something UT themed that you will en-
Second-hand / thrift stores If you have some extra time this weekend, make finding cheap, high quality UT merchandise with your student fun and explore any of the local thrift stores in Knoxville. Whether you choose to go to Goodwill, KARM or Ladies of Charity, it’s guaranteed you’ll see that oh-so familiar shade of orange on a shelf or a hanger. Usually, UT goods found at thrift stores are reasonably priced and can go for as low as only a few dollars. Places like Plato’s Closet are other alterna-
A�ordable UT merch found in a local Walmart store. Alexandra Ashmore / The Daily Beacon
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Student advice for parents: Maintaining relationships, appreciation
SARAH RAINEY Editor-in-Chief
MADELYN MUSCHEK City Editor
Find a balance between hovering over your child and letting go. It is really difficult for both students and parents when the student goes off to college, and you may want to call them every single hour to hear what new experiences they are having, who they are meeting and if they need your help. Or, you may want to leave them be and to keep your distance — after all, they are becoming an adult and are on their own now. However, the best thing to do is to find a balance. Whether that balance is calling once a day, FaceTiming once a week or just sending a “How are you?” text every couple of weeks, it is important to stay in contact with your child without smothering them or leaving them to fend for themselves.
As someone who came to UT all the way from California, I often felt disconnected from my family, being almost 2,000 miles away from them. My advice to parents of out-ofstate students, is to keep your students updated on what’s happening in their family and in their hometown. Although they’re away at college, they still want to feel like a part of their community back home. Giving them updates on local happenings makes them feel connected to you. Also, it really is the little things that matter. Sending them little reminders that you’re thinking of them means more than you will know — or more than they will ever admit. Remember that an elaborate care package isn’t necessary. Your students just want to know that you love them and are thinking of them, because they’re thinking about you too.
JAKE YODER Managing Editor College is the place where students figure out who they are. The person that your child is when they get to college might not be the same person they are when they graduate, and that’s okay. Be supportive of your children’s passions, interests and changes. Let them grow and mature into the person they want to be without trying to force them into the person you’d like them to be. You might not always get along with your children, but allowing them to be themselves in a loving, supportive manor is the best option to keep your relationship with each other healthy.
DANIEL DASSOW Campus Editor When students are just starting college, everything is new and even small accomplishments feel big. First college essays, first friend groups, first time doing laundry or grocery shopping and even the first time raising a hand in a lecture hall are all steps that a student is taking towards independence. That being said, it is important to acknowledge the work that your kid is doing and to encourage them in it whenever you can. Share with them in their passions. Read their work and attend their intramural games or performances, if you can. Above all, tell them often that you are proud of them, because college is difficult, and we can all use encouragement from our parents. Whenever my parents tell me that they are proud of me, what I always hear is “I love you,” and that means the world.
Parent advice for parents: Letting go, advising to focus on priorities
BARB AND AARON ROZMENOSKI Parents of Caleigh Rozmenoski
BRYAN AND DANA RAINEY Parents of Sarah Rainey
MATT AND CATHY YODER Parents of Jake Yoder
PAUL AND JEANIE Parents of Daniel Dassow
What advice did you give your kids when you sent them off to college? Be brave, take chances and enjoy the experience. Step out and do things that make you uncomfortable, because that is the only way you will grow.
Have fun. Study but make sure to go to bed early. Eat regularly. Always rent your textbooks, if you can. Have fun, seriously.
Have fun, but remember what you’re there for. Be smart in the decisions that you make. One bad decision can change the trajectory of your whole life.
We are proud of you, this is an important season of your life, we know you will do well and make good choices. Get active in a local church or campus ministry. Participate, try new things.
What advice would you give to parents sending their kid or kids off to college? Encourage your student to look for scholarship opportunities within his or her field of study. There are more available than you might realize. Also, tell your children to reach out to their professors if they are having trouble understanding the material — the sooner the better.
Don’t yell at or be upset with them when they get a bad grade — they already know. Send any kind of mail. They love it. Either hire a mover or buy everything in Knoxville and have it delivered. It is so much easier.
Have confidence that you can let go and trust your child to make their own decisions and take care of themselves. Be okay with the decisions they make as they grow into young adults even though it might not be what you’ve envisioned. Above all else, be supportive!
Know that if your kids function well without you, it means you have done your job! Try to get to know their friends. Use the time they return home to help them appreciate your family as you foster good memories of their growing up years. Balance reaching out to them versus waiting until they reach out to you. If you want to talk to them, text and ask them if it is a good time for them. Consider setting up a weekly call.
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How to avoid being overbearing BEN GOLDBERGER Opinions Editor
College is described as many different things: the best four years of your life, an expensive price to pay for a future job or a time of exploration and freedom. No matter what you call it, college is an extreme adjustment. Students go from living an extremely structured life at home with their family to a life where they have to decide everything for themselves without any supervisors. As much of an adjustment as it is for the students, it is also a big change for parents as well. When your kid goes off to college, it’s important that you support your student as they go through this difficult transition. It can be hard to be on your own for the first time, especially for a student far away from home. You can do this through little acts such as care packages and FaceTime calls or big acts like visits. But it is also important to make sure you respect your child’s boundaries and not veer into smothering territory. It can be hard to toe that line, especially if this is your first kid in college, but luckily there are a few tips to keep in mind to ensure that you can support your student without being overbearing. Agree on a schedule The best way to avoid smothering your kid is to mutually agree on a regular schedule for calls during the week or month. This way you get to talk with your student and stay up to date with what’s going on in their lives without overwhelming them. College students have a very busy schedule between classes, organizations and work, so you want to do everything that you can not to add too many things to an already packed schedule. Agreeing on a time to talk every week or two would be a great way to compromise between talking all the time and never talking, and it’s a surefire way to avoid smothering your student. Plan a visit or two Four months is a long time to go without seeing someone who you have lived with for the last 18 years, so planning a visit or two with your student is a great way to block off some times to see each other and make the semester a little less daunting. Also, having a visit to look forward to will
release some of the pressure your student may be feeling to take the initiative to stay in touch themselves. Knowing that you will see your student in the near future will make it easier to give your kid some space and let them enjoy their freedom in college. Keep in touch in unique ways Another great way to stay connected with your kid without taking up too much time is by keeping in touch through unconventional ways. This could mean playing each other in a multiplayer game on your phones or sending five-word check-ins throughout the week over text. Finding small ways to keep in touch with your child without taking too much time out of their day is a great way to stay up to date on your kid’s life without being there for every moment of it. Be patient, understanding and flexible Above all else, understand that your kid is a student first, and so much of college is just being present in a shared space with other college students. My parents tell me all the time that they made their friends in college by keeping their door open so people could walk in or sit in the hallway and chat with people as they pass. Students need to be able to live their own lives without being tied to their phone talking to their parents. This means that sometimes your planned calls might have to be pushed back a day or two depending on what events pop up, and while I know that it will be frustrating because you miss your kids, you should also be proud because that means they’re getting engaged at school and having a good time. Your student will reach out to you when they can, so avoid being overbearing by being patient, understanding and flexible with your child. College is a big adjustment for students and parents alike, and it can be hard to navigate this new environment. Utilize the many parent resources that are out there, especially the parent pages on social media sites. There’s a lot of great advice from parents who have been through this before with their kids who can help you make this new change a little easier. By following the guidelines above, you should be able to keep in touch with your kid without being an overbearing parent.
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Office of Sustainability celebrates growth of environmental programs, impact DANIEL DASSOW Campus News Editor
Though the Office of Sustainability is located two miles from the heart of campus in the Facilities Services Complex on Sutherland Avenue, the work the office does can be found nearly everywhere on campus. The sustainability program within the geography department offers both a major and a minor to students and, in partnership with the Office of Sustainability, has become one of the fastest growing programs on campus. Recycling bins in dorm rooms, dorm lobbies, dining halls and academic buildings are the result of years of infrastructure planning and compost bins after football games and academic events signal the office’s commitment to zero waste events. But there is also green infrastructure, like greenways, rain gardens and bike paths, and sustainable programs such as the Grow Lab, a new campus garden that educates students about food production, and the new permanent Free Store on campus, which provides free, lightly-used clothing, kitchenware and appliances to students.
The Grow Lab holds their ground opening on Oct. 3, 2018 at the corner of S. 21st St. and Terrace Ave. File / The Daily Beacon
All of these initiatives are quickly becoming part of the university’s national reputation, with UT designated as a 2021 Green Campus by the Princeton Review. Jay Price, sustainability manager for the Office of Sustainability, said that there is more to be done to cement UT’s status as a sustainable university. “We need to be leaders in this space,” Price said. “We’re an institution of higher education and we’ve got researchers, top notch researchers, top notch programs, and we need to do our part to allow that to continue sustainably into the future.” With over 30,000 enrolled students and thousands of faculty and staff on campus every day, the Office of Sustainability oversees the en-
vironmental impact of a community the size of a small city. “We make a big impact with our operations here on campus,” Price said. “We’ve got tons of commuters coming to campus, we’ve got huge buildings, you know, these use a lot of energy, we’re burning a lot of fossil fuels and it’s important for us to minimize our impact ... We all need to act. We’re in a climate crisis right now. We need to do our part.” Samantha Scalise, a senior recreational therapy major and a member of the office’s Zero Waste Team, didn’t realize until she interned with the office last year how many opportunities it has provided for students, staff and faculty to create less waste. “I didn’t really know how many things going on, on campus were to divert waste,” Scalise said. “There’s all these places on campus that collect different appliances or different plastic so that it doesn’t have to go to the landfill.” In addition to recycling in dorms and around campus and compost bins in select locations, there are cardboard bins outside dorms and a public recycling drop-off center on Stephenson Drive, where students can take more specialized items such as plastic bags or used appliances. Much of the work the Office of Sustainability does is a matter of sorting. Scalise, who lives off campus, has adopted some of these practices
into her personal life. “I have a bunch of bins at my house that I presort and once a week I drive over to the public drop off to take it because my complex doesn’t recycle,” Scalise said. After material is recycled and taken to the Facilities Services Complex, staff and interns like Scalise go through and sort the material based on its destination facility. “I didn’t actually realize how many different recycling plants you have to go to recycle every single type of material,” Scalise said. Since sorting waste requires a good deal of knowledge about what goes where, the Office of Sustainability has taken its role as an educator seriously. Outside of sustainability classes, the office hopes to host an upcoming conference on climate change and even has a sorting game on its website to help the UT community understand where different waste goes. “It is an education program as well as a physical program,” Scalise said. “We need to teach people how to correctly divert their waste away from the landfill for anything to change. I can recycle every day, but if my neighbor isn’t doing it, then I’m not really offsetting any of the waste.”
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Best photo spots in Knoxville
PHOTO CHECKLIST
JAKE YODER Managing Editor
As someone who has lived and worked in Knoxville for almost four years now, I’ve come to love the Scruffy City’s scenery. Knoxville is one of the most beautiful cities in the south and UT is one of the most beautiful college campuses in the world. Whether you are moving to Knoxville for good or simply passing through, here are some of the best places to get a memorable photo on campus and in the city. On campus UT’s campus is no stranger to beautiful scenery. Not only is UT home to tons of gorgeous greenery, it also has some picture perfect man-made features. Campus buildings such as Ayres Hall and Neyland Stadium are architectural marvels and are instantly recognizable. UT is also home to a number of statues such as the Torchbearer, the Smokey statues and the new Trailblazer statues were basically born for photo ops and are a must for your “I was at UT!” Instagram post. If you’re looking for something more emblematic of the current campus population, take a pic with The Rock. Somehting new is painted on The Rock everyday, ranging from funny memes to important political statements. In Knoxville Just like UT’s campus, Knoxville is full of spots begging to be photographed. From the iconic Sunsphere to the dazzling Tennessee Theatre sign, there’s a good photo waiting to be taken around every corner. If you’re looking for something a little more artsy, there’s always downtown’s “graffiti alley” and World’s Fair Park’s newly painted COVID-19 memorial mural. If you’re looking to get out of the city and into somewhere with a little more nature, Knoxville has you covered. Just a few minutes away from downtown like Ijams Nature Center and the Knoxville Botanical Gardens, both touting acres of photo spots ripe for the taking.
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IN KNOXVILLE
Ayres Hall
Sunsphere
Smokey Statues
Graffiti Murals
The Torchbearer
COVID-19 Memorial Mural
Neyland Stadium
Tennessee Theatre sign
UT Gardens
JFG Coffee Sign
Trailblazer Statues
Krutch Park Art Installations
University of Tennessee sign
Greetings from Knoxville
The Rock
Ijams Nature Center
The Seal
Knoxville Botanical Gardens
Staying in the know: Best UTK Instagram accounts to follow FRANCES SEITERS Contributor
nizes students and staff for their accomplishments and shares their experiences at the university. This account is definitely more broad about what their content is versus other accounts of specific organizations.
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, has a lively campus that never seems to die down during the school year. So many events and opportunities are always being presented, but many people wouldn’t know what any of these were if it weren’t for social media. There are Instagram accounts for every organization and club on campus. This is a perfect way to engage with students no matter where they are. Here are some accounts that can help you stay engaged with the university.
working on and where you can see them on campus. The organization is a foundation for student life at the university because organizations like these demonstrate how students can get more involved. The consistent posts give students easy access to information about any events they may be interested in.
@utkceb
@utknoxville The university has an official account that keeps everyone who’s interested in the school updated. The account consists of pictures of students living their everyday lives and posts that pertain to COVID-19 updates. The school mascot, Smokey, makes many appearances throughout the page, showing support for the university. When game day rolls around, photos are taken and posted to let the world know how Volunteers celebrate. The account also recog-
the sports at the university. They keep students updated about how successful the teams are in their season. Recently, the university had a couple students attend the Olympics and come out successful. This account showed support for those athletes and their accomplishments. To engage with fans of UT athletics, fans can share their favorite memories of Neyland and be featured in a fan story post. Since anyone can submit a story, there are stories from current students to alumni who graduated long ago.
Paul Finebaum gave Smokey a special treat during the live broadcasting of his sports talk show from Ayers Hall on Friday, Oct. 4, 2019. File / The Daily Beacon
@vol_sports Being a Southeastern Conference (SEC) school, athletics are taken very seriously at UTK. This account gives representation to all
This account is for the Campus Events Board (CEB) at UTK and is also where students can look for any information about an event happening on campus. They even give you a chance to be a part of the Board, so students can have a say in what events are happening. These events consist of live music, guest speakers, game nights and more. They consistently post reminders for every event as the day of the event approaches and have all information about it at easy access. Guest speakers make appearances consistently, such as influencer Todrick Hall and Olympian Aly Raisman. This account also shows what the Board is
Todrick Hall performs his song “Attention” in the Student Union Auditorium on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021. Sophia Liberatore / The Daily Beacon
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Think inside the box: Care packages for your college student CALEIGH ROZMENOSKI Copy Chief
There’s nothing a college student loves more than free stuff. It doesn’t matter how something is considered free — whether it’s from a tabling event, a friend or sent from home. Not spending money is the best feeling in the world. However, not all free things are created equal. You can only have so many phone wallets and lanyards before they lose their charm. But, there are some things that you can never get sick of. Snacks I’m sure you know from experience, but eating is a favorite pastime for a lot of collegeage students. You know your student best. Send them their favorites. However, keep in mind that Knoxville is still hot. Chocolate, gummies and other things prone to melting are better kept for winter. Besides snacks, nonperishable food items like ramen, mug cakes, granola bars and anything microwavable is always welcome.
Decorations More often than not, students focus more on necessities for dorm living and college classes than decorations to make their new home feel welcoming. Some string lights, a small poster, some UT memorabilia or anything you see that makes you think of your child is a great place to start. Although dorms are small and easily cluttered, feeling comfortable will help your student’s transition into college life go much more smoothly. Money While this one is pretty obvious, pocket change never hurts — especially for those living on their own for the first time. Budgeting is hard and a little extra wiggle room for groceries and outings is always nice. However, if you’re worried about sending cash, gift cards work too. Gift cards to a restaurant or even Starbucks are always welcome for your college student. Knick knacks The pressure to be cool and mature in high school is very real for a lot of people, and you
have probably seen that in your child. But, college is so different, and there is so much more room to enjoy yourself and the things you like. Include random little toys and knick knacks in your care packages for a fun surprise. Literally anything works — a mystery toy, a hot wheels a pack of stickers, a cool button for their backpack. Your student will appreciate and flaunt their new trinket. Usable goods Although your student may not immediately jump for joy at the sight, usable items are so important. Items like shirts, a microwave safe bowl, command strips or even a thermometer will always come in handy. It will not be forgotten either. The next time a poster falls or the dryer shrinks their last good sock, your child will remember they put that random tool set in the back of the drawer and be grateful. Sentimental gifts A handwritten note or card with a simple reminder that you are there and proud of them is always appreciated. We keep them all, too. It’s a great way to make your child feel cared for without getting too mushy.
Newly installed package lockers in the Presidential Court Building on Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2020. Sydney Goodsell / The Daily Beacon Ultimately, you know your student. And, all packages are care packages when you consider what they want and need. Don’t feel like you are required to include certain items or that your student won’t be thankful. All mail is welcome and will brighten your student’s day.
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A weekend in Knoxville: Outdoor, family-friendly ways to spend your time MADELYN MUSCHEK City News Editor
Here is a list of some of the best familyfriendly activities to explore all of Knoxville, while also enjoying the last fleeting moments of warm weather in the breathtaking outdoor scenery. Market Square farmer’s market
If you’re looking for something to do around campus before the Saturday football game, the farmer’s market in Market Square is a fun and family-friendly way to spend your time. From 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Saturday, the farmer’s market takes over Market Square and surrounding streets. Hosted by Nourish Knoxville, the market features local vendors and music, including fresh produce and artisanal goods, as well as popular Knoxville food trucks. Some vendors that will be there are Three Bears Coffee Company, SoKno Woodworking, Musick Mountain Farm and Extraterrestrial Fungi.
to feed and touch Madagascar Radiated and Aldabra Tortoises in this guided tour. Tortoise Trail runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and costs $5 per person. Ijams Nature Center
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The Farmer’s Market in downtown Knoxville’s Market Square offers fresh and local produce and crafts to the community. File / The Daily Beacon
Perfect for a Sunday family outing, Zoo Knoxville is fun for all ages. Located slightly east of downtown Knoxville, the zoo is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visitors can see red pandas, tigers, giraffes and elephants, to name a few of the zoo’s many animals. There are also activities available during the day. The Williams Family Giraffe Encounter, which runs from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the weekends, allows visitors to feed giraffes up close and personal for just $5. Tortoise Trail gives visitors the opportunity
tion Monthly Jam, where visitors can enjoy local bluegrass in the park. Ijams also has over 12 miles of hiking trails, a quarry for swimming or kayaking, mountain biking trails and also features animal ambassadors of local Knoxville wildlife.
Ijams is best known for its quarries used as recreational swimming holes. File / The Daily Beacon Ijams Nature Center is a great place to explore the outdoors and features family-friendly activities all weekend long. At 7 p.m. on Friday night, Ijams is showing “The Wizard of Oz” for $10 as part of their Movies Under the Stars series. From 3-6 p.m. on Sunday, Ijams is hosting the East Tennessee Bluegrass Associa-
Knoxville is home to thousands of acres of sprawling parks and greenways that take visitors through all the natural beauty that this city has to offer, without heading too far from campus. Lakeshore Park in West Knoxville has some of the best views in the city, especially of the Smoky Mountains and Fort Loudon Lake. With over 200 acres, this park features playgrounds, baseball fields and open space for picnics or sprawling out. The Neyland Greenway goes behind Neyland Stadium across the Tennessee River and curves around the backside of campus. This greenway allows for a great view of Neyland Stadium, the river and Thompson-Boling Arena as visitors ride, run or walk along it. Also, the James White Greenway is on the shoreline of the Tennessee River and gets visitors close to the water with a beautiful view of the riverbanks and surrounding scenic views.
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Knoxville’s extensive culinary variety KEENAN THOMAS Staff Writer
staple in the Knoxville community, and they continue to serve quality food. Downtown Grill & Brewery
Knoxville is home to a variety of restaurants, catering to just about every culinary desire. Whether you’re craving Mediterranean, Hispanic, Korean or Japanese food — you name it and Knoxville probably has it. However, there’s also an abundance of fastfood chains scattered all throughout the city, mostly on the Strip. At times, it can be hard to resist the urge to fall back on something that will be consistent forever, only offering brief enjoyment in the moment. In that light, this list offers several restaurants throughout Knoxville to satisfy just about any craving, whether that’s American or something more worldwide. If you’re hungry but don’t want McDonald’s for the third time this week, these restaurants are great alternatives. Zen Ramen House & Sushi Bar If you’re looking for some nearby Japanese cuisine, look no further than Zen Ramen House & Sushi Bar. Located at 1909 Cumberland Ave. on the Strip, Zen Ramen offers a variety of Japanese meals, as well as some Asian dishes too. Their menu includes several ramen bowls with beef, chicken or roast duck, along with pho noodles and other soups. They have an extensive sushi list with vegetarian options, along with specialty rolls that can only be found there. Zen Ramen is a great spot to get your fill of Japanese specialties. Yassin’s Falafel House
Downtown Grill & Brewery o�ers a draft sampler for beer enthusiasts. File / The Daily Beacon If you want a little bit of everything, Downtown Grill & Brewery can fulfill just about any craving you have. Located at 424 S. Gay St., Downtown Grill & Brewery has an extensive menu. From pasta to chicken to burgers, their menu covers just about anything someone might want. They also have a large alcohol menu, with beer that they brew in-house. Downtown Grill & Brewery has something for everyone. Taqueria La Herradura There are several Mexican restaurants throughout Knox County, and Taqueria La Herradura sticks out. With locations at 2625 N. Broadway and an express at 7063 Kingston Pike, Taqueria La Herradura offers a ton of food for a fairly affordable price. Some items cost less than $3 each, like their tacos and mulitas, whereas most of their food costs $7 or more. But you’ll find some excellent Mexican food, especially the burritos and plates. It’s a bit of a drive, but it’s worth it. Pete’s Restaurant
A falafel wrap from Yassin’s Falafel House. File / The Daily Beacon For Middle Eastern meals, Yassin’s Falafel House has a simple yet refined menu. Located at 706 Walnut St. as well as 159 N. Peters Rd., Yassin’s serves four main options: falafel, chicken, gyro and vegetable. The difference is the way they’re served. You can get everything as a sandwich, a salad or a plate in regular or spicy. There are also a variety of sides to order as well. Yassin’s Falafel House has become a
Finally, there’s nothing like an old-fashioned diner, and Pete’s Restaurant offers just that. Located at 540 Union Ave., Pete’s Restaurant is open for only a small part of the day from 6:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., so you’ve got to get there early. But what you’ll find is some excellent breakfast and lunch. For breakfast, the diner offers the classics: pancakes, omelets and signature dishes. For lunch, they have wraps, soups, burgers and platters. And that’s not to mention the daily specials! You really can’t go wrong at Pete’s.
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A look at the most important games in Tennessee history ETHAN STONE Assistant Sports Editor
Relevant football hasn’t been played in Neyland Stadium in over a decade. The Vols have been trying to live up to their past reputation as a national powerhouse since the departure of Phillip Fulmer and look to do so in the foreseeable future. Still, fossils of a bygone era show themselves every once in a while. Just a few weeks ago, Tennessee became the 10th program to reach 850 wins all-time. It will take several years before the bulk of Division I football reaches that milestone. Let’s take a break from the present and look back at some of Tennessee’s most notable games of the past 40 years.
1998 Fiesta Bowl Tennessee 23, Florida State 16
This one is a no-brainer for the Volunteer faithful. The inaugural run of the Bowl Championship Series (BCS) saw the National Champions clad in Big Orange. That 1998 run still stands as the greatest season in Tennessee football history. There were plenty of games from that year that could have made their way onto this list, but the finale is always the one that sticks in the memory of Vols fans. Florida State was stout that season, but
stumbled its way into a matchup against undefeated Tennessee. Star quarterback Chris Weinke — a future quarterbacks coach on Rocky Top — was injured heading into the matchup that required a Kansas State and UCLA loss to pair the Vols with the No. 2 Seminoles. The connection between Tee Martin and Peerless Price was too much for an unmatched Florida State squad, and the rest is history.
1998 Stoerner Stumble Tennessee 28, Arkansas 24
College football is the most unforgiving sport in America. Winning a championship, in most sports, is usually reserved for those with the most skill. In college football, the most skilled team always needs a little luck as well. Tennessee was the most talented team in 1998. The Vols had beaten Syracuse and Florida to start the year, two teams well within the top 25. Another big win against No. 7 Georgia put the Vols at No. 1 with a date against No. 10 Arkansas in Neyland Stadium. Tennessee’s No. 1 status was in jeopardy late in the fourth quarter. With the score at 24-22, Arkansas only needed one more first down to run out the clock and spoil the Vols undefeated season. That game, and likely the National Championship itself, wouldn’t have been a Tennessee victory without what happened next. Starting quarterback Clint Stoerner,
attempting to run clock, stumbled after the direct snap and fumbled, giving Tennessee the ball with under two minutes remaining and an excellent field position. Tennessee was in the end zone with a 9-0 record six plays later.
More than anything, it was a statement win for the Vols. Tennessee went on to beat Michigan in the Citrus Bowl later that season after dropping a heart-breaker to LSU in the SEC Championship.
Other notable games: 2001 Tennessee 34, Florida 32
1991-Miracle at South Bend: Tennessee 35, Notre Dame 34
1992 — Tennessee 31, Florida 14 Tennessee’s fourth top 5 matchup with Florida in ten years was another special one for the Vols. Steve Spurrier and the Gators had gotten the better of the Vols the two previous matchups, and Fulmer and the Vols were more than happy to send the “Head Ball Coach” out of Florida with one final parting gift. The Vols, sitting at No. 5 in the national poll, outdueled the Gators in Gainesville, effectively keeping the red-hot Gators out of the National Championship game later that season.
1982 — Tennessee 35, (2) Alabama 28
1986 — Sugar Bowl: Tennessee 35, Miami (FL) 7
2016 — Tennessee 34, Georgia 31
That 1998 run still stands as the greatest season in Tennessee football. ETHAN STONE ASSISTANT SPORTS EDITOR
File / The Daily Beacon Top Right: Touchdown against Florida. Middle Left: Running back return. Top Middle: Quarterback sack against Florida. Bottom Middle: Running against Alabama. Courtesy of UT Athletics Middle Right: Running against Oklahoma defense. Bottom Left: Attempted tackle against Georgia. Bottom Right: Running against Oklahoma defense.
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Tips for your first UT football game JOSH JOHNSON Contributor
Going to a Tennessee football game can be an incredibly fun and exciting time. If you’re not prepared, however, you can miss out on some of the best parts of the game day experience. Here is all you need to know before taking a trip to Neyland Stadium this fall. Parking and getting to the stadium Parking is undoubtedly the most stressful part of the game day experience. Be prepared to pay $40 or more to park anywhere. You’ll also want to be ready to either take one of the numerous Knoxville Area Transit (KAT) buses to the stadium or to walk well over a mile. There are many buses transporting fans from the Civic Coliseum, Old City and Market Square area of downtown for $10 a person round-trip, starting three hours before kickoff. There are also eight buses that run from Farragut High School to Neyland Stadium for $20 per person round-trip. Pregame festivities There are a few different pregame events that you’ll definitely want to check out. The Vol Walk is when the football team gets off their buses and walks to the stadium. It begins two hours and 15 minutes before kickoff. The team begins beside the Torchbearer statue, goes down Peyton Manning Pass and turns left on Philip Fulmer Way before heading into the stadium at Gate 21A. The Pride of the Southland Band begins its march to the stadium one hour and 40 minutes before kickoff. The Pride starts on Volunteer Boulevard and crosses the new Pedestrian Bridge. Next, they make their way to Philip Fulmer Way where they “Salute the Hill” before heading into the stadium at Gate 21.
The Volunteer Village is located in Circle Park and is open all day before every home game. It features live music, activities for all ages, food trucks and a great pregame atmosphere to get you ready for the game. It’s free for all fans with or without a ticket. Tickets and stadium entry Buying your tickets and entering the stadium are certainly some of the most important parts of the entire day. Tickets can be purchased online at allvols.com or from the university’s official third-party partner, vividseats.com. After you’ve purchased your online ticket, you need to simply open the PDF attachment from your email and the ushers will scan the QR code. You do not need to print off your mobile ticket to enter the stadium. If you wish to buy your ticket at the stadium, game day ticket sales open at Gate 21 four hours prior to kickoff and at Gate 11 and Gate 23 two hours prior to kickoff. When entering the stadium, you’ll want to go to the gate listed on your ticket to decrease the length of the lines. Gates open two hours prior to kickoff. Clear bag policy Neyland Stadium, as well as every other stadium and arena on campus, features a very strict clear bag policy. In order to get through stadium security, you must keep your things in a clear plastic bag no larger than 12 inches by 6 inches by 12 inches, or a one-gallon, clear plastic storage bag. You are only allowed one bag per person. You may also bring in a small clutch purse, but it must be no larger than 4.5 inches by 6.5 inches. You do not want to be the person that tries to bring their normal bag or purse inside the stadium, because they will turn you away. It happens every game and either requires an extremely long walk to the car and back right before kickoff, or leaving your purse behind a bush and hoping for the best.
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Vols hope for quarterback improvements against Tennessee Tech
JOSH LANE Sports Editor
Josh Heupel and the Tennessee football team look to bounce back from their first loss of the season Saturday at noon when in-state rival Tennessee Tech comes to Knoxville for the Vols’ final non-conference opponent before Southeastern Conference (SEC) play begins. The Vols (1-1) were about as inconsistent as it gets in last Saturday’s 41-34 loss to Pitt in the Johnny Majors Classic. They opened the game as strongly as possible, blocking a punt on Pitt’s first drive and turning it into seven points a play later, but under starting quarterback Joe Milton III, the offense soon stalled out. Milton came out of the game with an injury late in the second quarter, thrusting Virginia Tech transfer Hendon Hooker into the game. He led the Vols on three touchdown drives, tying the game at one point and bringing them within a score in the game’s final minutes. But with around five minutes left in the game, Hooker was picked off — a failure on his part to see the Pitt safety in midfield. Hooker’s second-half efforts impressed Heupel but not enough to name him the starter over the struggling Milton. Heupel said postgame he would still have to evaluate the decision day by day. The significance of Milton’s injury will be another factor in Heupel’s decision. “Hendon did a great job coming off the bench, competing, giving us a chance, making some plays with his feet and being decisive with the ball in his hands,” Heupel said. “There are things he would want to do better and do differently . . . but I thought our football team rallied around him, believed in him, and he went out there and competed.” Tennessee Tech (0-2) should present an excellent opportunity for the Vols to clean up the mistakes that cost them a winnable game and build up momentum heading into their first SEC game at Florida Sept. 25. Tech is about as tough an opponent as Bowling Green was. Tennessee could play the same game it did Saturday against Pitt and probably still knock off Tech easily, but this is a great opportunity to focus on technique and the small details that burned them.
Tennessee Tech has lost both its games to start the season by an average margin of 32 points — not particularly close. The Golden Eagles were blown out to open their season at Samford — a 52-14 loss — and then dropped their home-opener versus Furman in shutout fashion, 26-0.
I thought our football team rallied around him, believed in him, and he went out there and competed. JOSH HEUPEL HEAD COACH
Tech’s quarterback Davis Shanley has had an underwhelming start to his season, a key reason why Tech has struggled so much on offense. Shanley has completed 45.5% of his 55 pass attempts through two games, for 219 yards and a touchdown to four interceptions. Tennessee Tech’s offensive line is subpar as well — Shanley has been sacked four times already — a good sign for Tennessee’s banged up defensive front that’s eager to get after a struggling quarterback. On defense, the Golden Eagles have allowed 78 points in two games to a pair of Football Championship Subdivision (FCS) schools. In its annual matchup with a Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS) school, Tech likely won’t fare any better against Tennessee. Leading the way on Tech’s defense is junior linebacker Seth Carlisle, who leads the team in total tackles (17.0) and tackles per game (8.5). The Golden Eagles’ secondary doesn’t get much better. Whoever starts at quarterback for Tennessee Saturday has a chance to take hold of the starting job heading into conference play. Whether it’s a healthy Milton, or Hooker’s first start as a Vol, this game could go a long way in establishing the order of Heupel’s quarterback depth chart, something he wasn’t willing to do last Saturday. “We’re going to go back and look at the tape and evaluate everybody,” Heupel said. “We’ll evaluate the quarterback position as well, but we’ll evaluate everyone and how they played so that may be more opportunities for guys and some of it may just be cleaning up some things that they can control and be better at.”
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With five minutes left in the game Hooker is picked off by the midfield Pitt safety. Alexandra Ashmore / The Daily Beacon
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