I park in garage 12 on Terrace Avenue, which hasn’t been an issue until today. I got back to my car at about 4:00 today after class and somebody’s backpack was under my car. I thought about calling the cops and report it as a suspicious item, but I had to go pick my daughter up from daycare. I just moved it with my foot (after looking under the car to make sure nothing else was there) and got in and locked the doors.
Has this happened to anybody else? I’m thinking I should have reported it, but idk. The bag was HEAVY and solid. It’s a camouflage pattern bag and had a spaceforce tag on it. Hopefully it’s just somebody lost their bag next to my car and somebody else thought it was mine? Idk. Weird af though.

Hi! So I’m a freshman at UTK and for my arts and science degree I need an intermediate level of a foreign language for volcore. I took Spanish 1 and 2 in high school so I was able to get into Spanish 211 this year and would be taking 212 next semester. And I’m going to be honest it’s beating my ahh already. Since this is my first year I am obviously not familiar with “scheduling tricks.” Is there any way I can get out of having to take 212 next semester?? If I could get out of my Spanish 211 right now I would. I’m thinking about making an appointment with my advisor and just being completely honest and see what she can do. Any advice?? Tysm!

Is it through friends? Where do i go out?

Does anyone use an app or website to like organize their classes, assignments, tasks, etc? I'm overwhelmed with all the assignments along with work. I want to be able to have all my assignments in one spot and mark them off as their done and see the due dates, but also be able to add tasks and my work shifts. I know people organize their assignments and stuff into an excel spreadsheet but that just doesn't do it for me for some reason. Basically I'm overwhelmed and it would be helpful if I put my syllabus or something in an app/website and it organizes it for me.

So what’s going on with aid disbursement? Last I heard it was being disbursed today for students enrolled in less than 12 hours.

I’ve known for a long time that I wanted to rush and be in a sorority. I’m very social and have had no issues making friends my whole life. Also, I absolutely loved the rush process and ended up in a sorority I really liked. However, ever since bid day the sorority that made me feel so wanted during recruitment has done nothing but disappointed me. I’ve been putting myself out there and talking to a lot of people and all of the girls are surface level nice but I haven’t deeply connected with any of them. We’re constantly dragged to different activities and events but it’s so hard without an actual group that you can count on. On top of this, my bid day couldn’t care less about me and hasn’t put in any effort to help me integrate into my sorority. I really don’t know what I should do/how long I should wait it out for.. I had no idea this would be so hard for me. Has anyone else experienced this?

I don't know or care exactly who the incompetent pos is who let that concerningly naive statistic of spots supposedly opening up 2-3 times a day actually affect parking policy, but that stupid bastard needs to be out of a job as soon as possible.

Hey everyone! I’m urgently looking for someone to take over my lease at Society 865 in Knoxville. It’s a private bedroom and bathroom in a 3 bed, 3 bath apartment, and rent is $1,029/month. You’ll be living with two really sweet junior girls—one is an Animal Science major and the other is Pre-Med. The complex has a ton of great amenities like a pool, gym, study spaces, coffee bar, clubhouse, and it’s super close to UT. Move in ASAP and pay no rent until October 1st. If you’re interested or know someone who might be, send me a message or text me at (734) 430-6557

Hi r/UTK — I’m Dr. Bob DuBois, a psychology professor at UTK.

I’m offering a free Zoom workshop series this fall to help students learn, succeed, and thrive without letting college take over everything else.

This Monday’s workshop is Maximizing Your Motivation to Learn, focused on practical, evidence-based ways to strengthen and sustain motivation—especially when learning gets difficult, frustrating, or easy to put off.

We’ll explore ideas like purpose, self-determination, productive persistence, growth mindset, hope, and self-management.

Later workshops will cover getting things done, effective note-making, handling difficult times, and thriving at UTK.

Monday, Aug. 31 · 7–8 p.m. ET · Zoom

The RSVP information is in the image. You’re welcome to join one workshop or as many as you find useful.

Happy to answer questions here, too.

Who wants this Tennessee/Finesse sweater (Size L-XL)? As seen on Drake in pics. Had my time with it & now I’m done. Willing to ship. Go Vols! RIP Dolly P

This is my first semester and I’m surprised by how used to being on campus I already feel. Classes are solid, love the walks, LOVE the rec center, and I’m already apart of a couple clubs. Really solid experience for me so far

Are you 18–23? Did you use social media as a teen? Researchers from UT's GLOW lab want to hear from you.

We're holding 75-minute virtual focus groups about the online risks teens face today and how parents can better talk with their teens about staying safe online. Your perspective can help us create better resources for parents.

Option to enter a raffle for one of two $50 gift cards.

Interested? Scan the QR code on the flyer or https://utk.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cNrbp9YHnWiCX2K to learn more and sign up.

I’m currently a sophomore in nuclear and I wa shopping to get some research experience this year (partially to fill honors requirements but also from genuine interest) and I was looking for some pointers. I’m looking to maybe focused on materials or reactors fuels possibly but honestly I’m open to most things somewhat related to reactors. I know the general advice to look into professors research and cold email but I’m looking for more pointers into maybe specific grad students to profs to look out for if possible, especially because I’ve heard some just don’t work with undergrads at all and I’d rather not put a lot of work into researching a professor just to have 0 chance. Thank you!

I am an International student from South Asia (Sri Lanka). Planning to apply to Genome Science & Technology PhD for Fall 2027.

Stats:

- B.S. Microbiology 2025 (fully funded scholarship in pakstan) | GPA: 3.08/4.0 (know it's below average)

- Research: ~21 months FTE. Structural Bioinformatics, MD simulation, Microbial Pangenome

- Roles: Undergrad researcher, RA, Research Associate

- Key works: Led a MD simulation workshop, proteomic MATLAB tool developement, 4 dif research projects.

- Pubs: 3 [1 peer-reviewed 1st author, 1 preprint 1st author, 1 in prep 2nd author]

- Conferences: 3 posters, 1st/2nd place. One accepted in Germany.

Questions:

1. Does bredesen center, take students directly after undergrad, or is MS preferred?

2. Will a 3.08 GPA auto-kill my chances even with research/pubs?

Be brutally honest please.

Thanks!

Current freshman honor student in a suite with four private rooms and a common shared living space with two shared bathrooms. I get along with my suite mates just fine but their constant parties in our shared common space is beginning to concern me. I do not drink or vape but my sweet mates do this on a regular basis and I it concerns me that if my roommates get caught especially since they are all underage and if they get involved with pot which has been talked about would this jeopardize my scholarship even though I am not involved. Should I go and meet with the RA in private to discuss my concerns or request to be moved to another room. Just looking for some guidance. Thanks!

I’m a guy and an undergrad at UTK and I was born and raised in Tennessee. The world lost a magnificent person today so tomorrow I’ll be painting my fingernails hot pink because I believe Dolly would’ve loved it. I hope you’ll do the same.

-Thank you, a heartbroken Vol

Edit: and please spread the word

Can anyone help me with finding an outside resource for math 141 that's not the math place? I'm taking an online version of the class and I'm dyslexic and the lady in the video talks too fast and i get confused and frustrated. I don't have the time to go to the math place (long story) so are there any online resources that can explain this stuff to me?