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An ornament featuring Smokey surrounded by snow hangs on an evergreen tree
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Experience the Vol-iday Magic with UT

There’s no place like home for the holidays. Find out what home sweet home on Rocky Top has to offer for the season.
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Elf on the Shelf surrounded by lighted garland
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Carol Aebersold (’70) on Creating the Elf on the Shelf

Beloved Christmas phenomenon Elf on the Shelf was created by Carol Aebersold, who graduated from UT in 1970 with a degree in music education.
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Jim Sexton
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From Opportunity to Occupation: Jim Sexton’s (’81) Mentorship from Legendary “Voice of the Vols” 

Jim Sexton (’81) began college as an indifferent student, but that changed after a neighbor offered him the opportunity to work for John Ward on The Johnny Majors Show.
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Twice the Scholarships for Students From Military, First Responder Families

UT’s Vols of Honor Scholarship has doubled its number of awards in just two years, impacting 23 students this fall. The scholarship program began in 2022 and benefits students with a parent or spouse who was disabled or killed in the line of duty as a military service member or first responder.
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Volunteer Community Raises $2.5M for Big Orange Give

Vols poured out support for UT on Big Orange Give, our annual day of giving that directly supports students and initiatives. The 12th annual event raised more than $2.5 million — far exceeding the $1.5 million goal.
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Members of the 2024 Hall of Fame Class are Thomas L Sherbakoff; James C Mills; Mrs. Rene Johnson representing her husband, William; Christopher M Ford; and Justin Howe.
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UT Army ROTC Alumni Council Inducted Five New Members to Hall of Fame

The UT Army ROTC Alumni Council conducted its sixth Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and Dining-Out on Friday, November 1, 2024.
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Two Alumni Entrepreneurs Bring Local Flavors to Campus

Pierce LaMacchia (’12), founder of K Brew, and Joe Seiber (’07), originator of Status Dough, have partnered with Vol Dining to elevate the student dining experience through craft coffee and premium, small-batch doughnuts.
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We’re Bringing Rocky Top to You

All across the country, there are growing opportunities to meet fellow alumni, learn from university leadership, and cheer on the Vols. Whether you’re a recent grad or a long-time alum, we’re here to connect you with your Volunteer family!
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Where Dreams Meet Possibility

Kayla Hvozdovic (Class of 2024) is able to study public relations and pursue a career in the entertainment industry because of the generous support of UT donors.
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