We’re thrilled to introduce you to The T,” a free weekly newsletter all about the University of Tennessee at Knoxville launching Aug. 19. UT is home wherever you go. Keep up with campus and the Vols you love by signing up at knoxnews.com/newsletters.
Welcome to The T! Or rather, an example of what my Knox News newsletter all about the University of Tennessee at Knoxville will look like when it hits inboxes on Tuesdays. My name is Keenan Thomas, higher education reporter for Knox News, and I’ve spent the past three years understanding the ins and outs of the state’s flagship campus. There are so many stories to share about how UT is constantly evolving.
This opening section, which you’ll be greeted by every Tuesday, will cover the most compelling stories from on and around campus, from my recent reporting on new dorms and dining options to tips for tackling football season and getting the most out of campus as a student, parent or alumnus.
After a few opening paragraphs, I’ll spotlight some interesting folks and exciting events on campus.
Student media highlight: This section will focus on the important work created by students for Ablaze, The Daily Beacon, Land Grant Films and other publications. The Daily Beacon’s Caden Dyer, editor-in-chief of the student newspaper, recently wrote about the transition back to civilian life by UT student and military veteran Kevin Ho.
“I had never really anticipated myself being successful in a school environment again, primarily based off of the experience I had in high school,” Ho told The Daily Beacon. “But those skills I got in the military transferred over to higher ed.”
Important dates and upcoming events: Whether it’s Torch Night on Aug. 17, the first day of classes on Aug. 18, the first football game at Neyland Stadium on Sept. 6 or an important application deadline for parents or students, this is the section where I’ll share what’s coming up soon for UT.
Alumni or faculty spotlight: This section will put the spotlight on a UT alum or a faculty member you should know about. Dr. Amber Williams is doing transformational work in the Division for Student Success, for example, and you can read my my profile about her UT journey at knoxnews.com.
There will be a call to action at the end of each newsletter for you, the reader, to nominate alumni to be considered for the newsletter and to share your UT story ideas. If you want to get started, send me an email at keenan.thomas@knoxnews.com. Thanks for reading!
Keenan Thomas reports on higher education for the Knox News business growth and development team. You can reach him by email at keenan.thomas@knoxnews.com.
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