January 2009
Feature Stories
Coach Bruce PearlCoach Pat Summitt

Pearls of Wisdom
Bruce Pearl discusses his relationship with his children, his players, and his fans.
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Winning Down Pat
Pat Summitt brings her winning attitude to the court, and to life.
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Latest from UT

Photo of tuba playerHallowed Hill to Capitol Hill
The Pride of the Southland Marching Band will represent the university and the state of Tennessee at its 12th consecutive inaugural parade on Jan. 20.
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outlive tshirt designOUTLIVE Cancer
Bruce Pearl is calling on Vol fans to purchase OUTLIVE T-shirts to honor basketball great Chris Lofton and to support UT Medical Center’s Cancer Institute.
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Head of the Class
AAAS logo Ten UTK professors—more than from any other Southern school—have been named fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Sciences.
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Detail of book coverBig Orange Murder Mystery
Nashville is the scene of the crime in a new mystery novel by UTK journalism professor Jim Stovall.
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Open for BusinessJim Haslam cuts the ribbon
Just in time for spring semester classes, the new James A. Haslam II Business Building opened on Jan. 6.
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Giving Circle Gives Back
Photo of sisterhood retreat The Alliance of Women Philanthropists is supporting UT programs through a new giving initiative.
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Get all the news from UT at www.utk.edu/news and from UT Athletics at www.utsports.com and www.utladyvols.com.

Traveling Vols

Graphic of eye with worldSee the World
Check out all of the alumni travel options for 2009.
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Bookends

Stack of books AUThor!
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UThor!
Books by UT alumni.
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New alumni logo

We're Under Construction
  • etorch graphicAnd Now for Something
    Completely Different...

    In February, eTorch will debut a brand-new look that makes it easier to read, shares more relevant info with you, and connects with the printed version of Torchbearer you receive via postal mail. We look forward to sharing our new look with you next month!
What's up with Alumni
  • Graphic of televisionTV Viewing Parties
    Alumni chapters around the country get together for some Big Orange camaraderie on basketball game days!
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Young Alumni
  • Smokey at Big Orange EveningBig Orange Evening
    Alumni gathered prior to the Jan. 7 matchup against Gonzaga to cheer on the Vols!
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  • Photo of Coach KiffinSpring Young
    Alumni Weekend

    Save the date! April 17-18 will be a great weekend for Young Alumni, and will include a chance to see the football team led by new head coach Lane Kiffin.
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  • Runner feetTennessee in Training
    Get out your running shoes and join fellow alums to train for the 2009 Country Music Marathon and Half Marathon in Nashville!
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Campaign for Tennessee logo

As we embark on a new year, your support of the Campaign for Tennessee is even more important! The $1 billion campaign provides scholarships, professorships, facilities, and equipment throughout the university. The total raised for the campaign through Dec. 31, 2008, is $812,104,757.
Be part of UT’s future.

Lifelong Learning
  • Photo of Dr. Rob Heller“Living On”
    Dr. Rob Heller gave the first UT Lifelong Learning lecture about his work with Tennessee Holocaust survivors and liberators.
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  • Photo of Dr. BassBass Talks “Body
    Farm,” Forensics

    Forensic anthropology expert Dr. Bill Bass will talk about recent forensic cases and sign copies of his books on Jan. 14.
    [read more]


  • Photo of Dane BradshawDane Bradshaw’s
    Vertical Leap

    The former UT basketball star will speak and sign copies of his book before the UT vs. Memphis game Jan. 24.
    [read more]

talk to us

Photo of American flagInauguration Celebration
If you’re attending the presidential inauguration on Jan. 20, we’d like to hear your story and see your pictures of that historical event.


Photo of Vol BabyBaby Vols
You’re never too young to dress in orange and white. Share pictures of your little ones supporting the Vols.


Photo of new business buildingGlory Days of Glocker
As the new James A. Haslam II Business Building opens its doors,
alumni recall fond memories of the Glocker Building. Tell us yours!

Vol license platePlate It Up!
Some folks share their Volunteer spirit on their car. Send us a picture of your UT license plate.

Candy hearts“How We Got InVOLved”
Did you meet your true love at UT? Valentine’s Day is right around the corner…
Share your Vol love story!