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Tennessee WR Brandon Warren (#1) takes a pass in for a touchdown during the Orange and White Game.
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Tennessee head coach Lane Kiffin speaks at his introductory press conference.
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The car shown here is one of many that displayed the effects of the storm across the neighborhood in Murfreesboro, Tenn.
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After all the destruction, signs of life show the personalities of their displaced owners.
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The orange "X" is supposed to mean that everyone in the home is accounted for. The white "X" seems to mean the house is condemned by the building inspector.
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Some inspirational items were found already placed prominently by the storms.
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Many people placed inspirational finds in places for others to see.
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Volunteers walk on the remaining structure of a house at the corner of D'Ann Drive and Battleground Drive in Murfreesboro Saturday.
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Furniture and personal keepsakes were some of the few possessions many on D'Ann Drive could rescue.
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The street sign at this intersection shows onlookers more than just where they are in town...it tells of the powerful storms that passed through the day before.
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The most heavily-impacted area is located on the corner of D'Ann Drive and Battleground Drive in Murfreesboro, TN. Four houses are completely gone and countless others are damaged beyond repair.
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The wreckage at this location near the Sulphur Springs Road and Haynes Drive is where Kori and Olivia Bryant passed away Friday in Murfreesboro, Tenn.
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The residence that used to sit behind this missing mailbox is now in shambles along the treeline at the back of the lot.
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The calm after the storm shows signs of debris everywhere--like the bits of insulation in this tree.
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Cleanup crews wasted no time to begin picking up the rubble and cleaning up the tragedy.
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Electrical transformers can be found sitting on the curbs of many streets after the storms snapped the poles on which they were attached.
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A volunteer placed a decorative sign on a destroyed car hood encouraging the community to "PRA-" for those whose homes were completely destroyed.
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Media professionals from the local Knoxville area and around the country participated in the two-day event.
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The failed legislation that proposed to make the state capitol conduct business solely in English would have created new barriers to the American dream.
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Eric Berry is captain of the Vols football team.
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Owning exotic pets like the monkey displayed here is more dangerous than it appears.
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Listen to Car Nuts on Campus every Monday at 5:30 pm
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TNJN Radio presents "Sports Talk", airing every Friday at 4 p.m.
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TNJN Radio presents "Relationships with Kaley", airing every Thursday at noon.
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Do you have an opinion on this week's topic? Speak up and join the conversation!
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The International Year of Astronomy occurs this year, celebrating the history and future of astronomy all over the world.
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Lane Kiffin and his staff hope to garner many commitments from high school players Wednesday. Kiffin's staff has worked to right the ship after Philip Fulmer's firing.
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In a game of streaky scoring, the Lady Sooners bested the Lady Vols at the Ford Center in Oklahoma City to deny Tennessee head coach Pat Summitt her first attempt at attaining 1,000 victories in her head coaching career.
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After 35 years of coaching, Tennessee women's basketball head coach Pat Summitt continues to write the record books as she approaches uncharted territory for an NCAA basketball coach: 1,000 wins.
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Many people disagree on where the focus should be in meeting UT's budget for 2009-2010. This photo illustration shows that students who are already short on money may experience another burden to their financial woes.
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Panelist Lauren Spuhler discussed the continuously changing Web journalism industry Thursday during the ICONN founders' meeting.
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Many of the faculty members attended the Web journalism workshop Tuesday.
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Dr. Jim Stovall spoke about the importance of Web journalism in the future of UT's communication classes.
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UT's Journalism and Electronic Media faculty were curious about how to improve their classes through Web journalism.
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JEM professor Dwight Teeter recorded notes on Dr. Jim Stovall's Web presentation.
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Heller mentioned how his curiousity about the Holocaust was always strong when he was young, but that he had never met a Holocaust survivor until he began the project.
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UT Photography professor Robert Heller spoke about how the Holocaust has affected many Tennesseans he has worked with during the making of his "Living On" project.
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As offensive coordinator in 2005 for USC, Kiffin's Trojans led the nation in offense and featured Heisman Trophy winner Reggie Bush.
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During his tenure as recruiting coordinator at Southern California, Kiffin raked in the top recruiting classes in the nation.
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Kiffin met with returning players for 41 minutes on Sunday night to discuss the future of the program.
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Many UT football players were in attendance at the press conference.
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Hamilton entertains questions from the media after the press conference Monday. Hamilton said he received "unbelievable interest from great coaches" in the coaching search.
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(Left to right) Athletic director Mike Hamilton, Kiffin's wife Layla Reaves Kiffin, head coach Lane Kiffin and UT President John Petersen greeted the media together for the first time after Kiffin's press conference.
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Athletics director Mike Hamilton spoke about Kiffin's accomplishments before introducing him Monday afternoon.
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Lane Kiffin was introduced Monday as head football coach at the University of Tennessee in Neyland Stadium's Wolf-Kaplan Center.
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Lane Kiffin was introduced Monday as head football coach at the University of Tennessee in Neyland Stadium's Wolf-Kaplan Center.
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Athletics director Mike Hamilton (right) discusses "Phillip Fulmer Appreciation Day" during Fulmer's announcement that he will not return next season.
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One of Vincent Kanipe's jobs is to ensure the safety of Phillip Fulmer's wife, Vicky (left).
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Coach Fulmer was received with a standing ovation before the press conference.
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Tennessee clinches a victory over Kentucky after the final day of blood donations.
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Milan Clarke (11) was one of three seniors honored Sunday.
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Nikki Fowler finished with 15 kills Sunday.
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Phillip Fulmer begins the first of his final three regular-season games Saturday.
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Pat Summitt hopes to cut down the nets for her ninth championship this season.
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TNJN's coverage of the election as of 8:23 a.m. EST on Nov. 5, 2008.
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Kylee Rossi was named first team All-SEC.
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Tennessee safety Eric Berry said Fulmer was a role model and that Fulmer felt almost like an uncle to him.
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Vols' offensive tackle Ramon Foster said he had hoped Fulmer would have been allowed to leave on his own terms.
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When asked about beginning a coaching search, Hamilton said that Monday was solely a celebration of Fulmer's career.
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Athletic Director Mike Hamilton and Coach Fulmer both discussed the possibility of Fulmer returning in some capacity to help the university.
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Fulmer mentioned his love for the University of Tennessee and said he only wishes good things for UT.
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Tennessee Head Coach Phillip Fulmer announced Monday that he will not be leading the Vols in 2009.
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The Vols were dominated in Tuscaloosa last year.
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Kelsey Mahoney had 17 assists for the Lady Vols Friday night.
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Many news sources seem to discuss more than just the issues, and sometimes it appears that the election isn't about the candidates anymore.
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With UT's plethora of caffeine-infused products, are students drinking and eating their way to a heart attack?
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The Mafia huddles to call a play during their win over the Soup Nazis Monday night.
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Shake and Bake's quarterback points out a defensive matchup before the team executes a play.
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Hung Like A Jury escaped the threat of Shake and Bake with a late comeback victory Monday night.
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Kelsey Mahoney (17) had a team-high 21 assists Friday night against Ole Miss.
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Dane Bradshaw gave students many important tips to be successful after graduating.
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Kelsey Mahoney earned her third career double-double with 28 assists and 16 digs.
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The Tennessee Infrastructure Alliance has highlighted strengths in Tennessee's air infrastructure, but improvements in budgeting and planning are needed.
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LSU's Mo Isom sits dejectedly after Tennesse's victory Friday.
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Emily Shore (10) outruns an LSU defender during Friday's soccer match.
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Tennessee's Anna Fisher (7) and LSU's Katherine Lagow (21) converge on the ball during the second half of Tennessee's victory Friday.
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Tennessee midfielder Alissa VonderHaar aggressively moves the ball down the field to set up a play Friday night.
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A crowd of nearly 800 spectators gathered to watch the Lady Vols defeat LSU 2-1 Friday night.
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LSU midfielder Melissa Clarke (8) attempts to run by three Lady Vol defenders.
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Jaimel Johnson (1) stretches out to kick the ball downfield during the match against LSU. Johnson had five saves and only allowed one goal during the game.
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LSU goalkeeper Mo Isam (0) fields a shot during the Lady Vols win Friday night.
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Alissa VonderHaar (16) takes a shot at the goal during Tennessee's victory over LSU Friday night.
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Mick Imgram (12) plays keep away from two LSU defenders near the sideline in Friday's match.
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LSU's Veronica Godbolt (20) attempts to steal the ball from Emily Dowd (20) of Tennessee.
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A host of Lady Vols celebrate Kylee Rossi's game-winning goal in the second half against LSU Friday.
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Kylee Rossi (11) sets up the game winning goal against LSU Friday at Regal Stadium.
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The Lady Vols soccer team celebrates the first goal of the night, scored by Mick Imgram in the second half.
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Tennessee goalkeeper Jaimel Johnson launches the ball across the field as the sun sets in the background at Regal Stadium Friday night.
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Grace Cuenin (21) leaps to head the ball away from a group of LSU defenders. Cuenin played all 90 minutes of the game.
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Kylee Rossi (11) prepares to kick the ball early in the first half against LSU. Rossi scored her seventh goal of the season Friday.
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UT's College of Veterinary Medicine hopes to use the new $5 million dollar grant to increase food and animal safety, among other things.
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Ben Tate (No. 44) and the Auburn Tigers travel to Nashville to faceoff against Vanderbilt in the game of the week.
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The Bash at the Clash promises an extrememly accurate reproduction of Fort Sanders and an historically accurate re-enactment of the engagement.
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Arian Foster started his senior season with high expectations, yet hasn't scored in the first four games.
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Jonathan Crompton (No. 8) spent the week of practice trying to prove to coaches he should remain the starter.
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Eric Berry is tied for the team lead with two interceptions.
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The University's policies on education requirements can irritate the most passive student.
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Practicing safe sex will make it more pleasurable in the long run.
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A "friends with benefits" relationship can often lead to complications.
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UT's alcohol policy doesn't always translate to enforcement, but it does create issues.
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This is a screenshot of the SGA voting page displayed on http://votesga.utk.edu during the election.
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A photo illustration of the Joker playing a prank on the Queen of Hearts.
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MTV's Rachel Robinson talks to UT students about the impact people ages 18-24 can have on the presidential election.
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Angie Bjorkland waits for the ball in the first half during the 2008 SEC Championship game.
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Alexis Hornbuckle takes a shot during the game against LSU. Hornbuckle played 36 minutes during the game.
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Candace Parker smiles as she walks to the bench for the final time during Sunday night's game. Parker played all 40 minutes of the match.
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Alberta Auguste (33) plays keep-away from the Lady Tigers during the last minute of the game.
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A fan in the sea of orange shows their poster during the 2008 SEC Championship game. Candace Parker was the Tournament MVP.
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Vickie Baugh smiles as she cuts down her first net as a Lady Vol.
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Candace Parker cuts down the net after the Lady Vols captured the SEC Championship over the LSU Tigers in Nashville.
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Candace Parker (3) attempts to block Quianna Chaney (15) as she sets up to shoot the ball. Parker rejected three shots during the game.
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Coach Pat Summitt shares the SEC Championship net with the orange-clad fans in the Sommet Center on Sunday.
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Alberta Auguste (33), nicknamed "Bird", flies in the air as she is stripped by Quianna Chaney (15) of the Lady Tigers.
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Candace Parker (3) shoots the ball over Ashley Thomas (54) of LSU. Parker recorded six rebounds and a game-high three blocked shots Sunday night.
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Alexis Hornbuckle dribbles the ball down the court as the Lady Vols prepare to execute a play.
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Senior Alberta Auguste shoots a lay-up during the game on Sunday night. Auguste earned a spot in the starting lineup for the game, scoring eight points in 34 minutes.
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Shannon Bobbitt guards a Lady Tiger during the SEC Women's Basketball Championship game on Sunday night. Bobbitt was named to the All-Tournament Team.
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Candace Parker out-muscles Sylvia Fowles of LSU to get to the basket during the 2008 SEC Women's Basketball Championship game. Parker scored a game-high 28 points.
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Nikki Anosike (55) locks elbows with Sylvia Fowles (34) of LSU. Anosik snagged a game-high 11 rebounds, one more than Fowles.
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Candace Parker can't hold in her excitement while her teammates look to Coach Summitt for instructions.
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Assistant Coach Dean Lockwood celebrates the victory by displaying the victory net to the Lady Vol faithful Sunday night.
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Assistant Head Coach Holly Warlick shows off her piece of net after the game on Sunday night.
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Shannon Bobbitt celebrates the victory over LSU on Sunday night in Nashville. The Lady Vols captured the SEC Tournament Championship.
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Many of those in attendance for Dr. Nownes presentation were taking notes while others watched and listened.
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Dr. Anthony Nownes gives an informative lecture titled, "What is a lobbyist?" at the International House on Tuesday as part of the "Rock the Vote" series of events.
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MTV's "Rock the Vote" campaign to register students to vote made a stop at Tennessee on Wednesday night.
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Some UT students were taking notes on topics such as what parties stand for and the history of voting rights in America.
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Students were encouraged to share their opinions through a discussion during the "Rock the Vote" event in the UC Auditorium on Wednesday.
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MTV's Rachel Robinson talks to UT students about the impact people ages 18-24 can have on the presidential election.
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MTV's Alton Williams shares statistics about young voters with UT students on Wednesday.
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Rachel and Alton from MTV speak on the importance of youth voting during the "Rock the Vote" presentation on Wednesday in the UC Auditorium.
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Dr. Nownes stays after his lecture to discuss lobbyists and politics with students in the International House on Tuesday.
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A student asks a question to Dr. Nownes during his lecture about lobbyists on Tuesday.
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Taylor Ragan (left) is advised on how to fill out the voter registration form by Jaclyn Barnhart (right) at a "Rock the Vote" table set up outside the library on the pedestrian walkway on Monday.
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Alexis Hornbuckle sets up to shoot a three-pointer while other players look on. Hornbuckle went two-for-four from three-point range.
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Candace Parker makes a three-point shot against Vanderbilt Saturday night. Parker shot 50 percent from the field and 100 percent from the charity stripe.
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Alex Fuller (44) stares down Jence Rhoads (22) of Vanderbilt as the Lady Commodores set up a play.
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The Lady Vols huddle and Candace Parker gives instructions during the second half of the semifinal matchup.
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Freshman Vickie Baugh pulls down a rebound against Vanderbilt.
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Alexis Hornbuckle, Nikki Anosike and a Vanderbilt player fight for the ball during the Lady Vols matchup Saturday in the SEC Tournament.
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Shannon Bobbitt (00) guards Merideth Marsh (23) of Vanderbilt during the game Saturday night.
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Alexis Hornbuckle drives to the basket Saturday night at the Sommet Center. Hornbuckle recorded 14 points, seven rebounds and three steals.
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Alberta Auguste, Shannon Bobbitt and Sidney Smallbone celebrate a score during the Lady Vols win over Vanderbilt Saturday.
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Nikki Anosike attempts to shoot the ball while double teamed during the semifinal game against Vanderbilt. Anosike grabbed a game-high ten rebounds.
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Candace Parker lays the ball in the hoop as Alexis Hornbuckle watches Saturday night in Nashville. Parker had a game-high 25 points and four blocked shots.
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The Sommet Center in downtown Nashville is surrounded by heavy snowfall after the Lady Vols beat Florida inside the arena on Friday.
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Smokey cheers on the Lady Vols against Florida Friday afternoon in Nashville. Tennessee advanced to the semifinals to face Vanderbilt on Saturday night.
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Vickie Baugh lays the basketball into the goal against Florida on Friday. Baugh scored eight points and grabbed seven rebounds, to go along with two blocked shots during the game.
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Alberta Auguste plays defense against Florida Friday afternoon in Nashville. Auguste recorded eight points, four rebounds and a steal.
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The starting lineup for Tennessee huddles during their quarterfinal game in the SEC Tournament. The Lady Vols advanced by beating Florida 92-61 on Friday
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Senior Alexis Hornbuckle (14) waits on Sha Brooks (3) of Florida to set up a play. Hornbuckle scored 16 points and recorded three steals Friday afternoon.
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Angie Bjorkland (5) guards Brittaney Thomas (12) of Florida. Bjorkland recorded a game-high seven assists Friday.
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Nikki Anosike waits for a rebound. She had eight rebounds Friday, tied with Candace Parker for most during the game.
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Candace Parker takes a contested shot during Friday afternoon's game against Florida. Parker scored 26 points and played 26 minutes.
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Does this remind you of a significant other's animalistic instincts?
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The Tennessee cheerleaders perform a cheer in the Sommet Center in Nashville during the Lady Vols quarterfinals game against Florida on Friday.
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Shannon Bobbitt drives to the basket for a layup. Bobbitt ended the game with 22 points and six assists.
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Jean-Marc Hachey is excited to share his love for international culture with students.
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Jean-Marc Hachey speaks to students about international careers at the UC Auditorium on Tuesday.
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Apartment Residence Hall RA Raphael Onwuzuruigbo has enjoyed his first year as a Resident Assistant.
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Do you know what records are open according to Tennessee law?
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The Greater Warner Tabernacle AME Zion Church in Knoxville is said to have once been a stop on one of America's most famous secret societies: The Underground Railroad.
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The Tennessee Supreme Court building is peaceful on a cold night in downtown Knoxville.
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