TNJN - Angela Allen

Angela Allen

aallen26@tennessee.edu

Angela is a sophomore in Journalism and Electronic Media, with an emphasis in Visual Communication. She currently writes for the Arts and Culture section of the TNJN.com. In addition to reporting for the Tennessee Journalist, Angela is a member of the UTK Club Tennis Team.

Angela's hobbies include photography, music, and all sporting events. She also enjoys anything to do with the outdoors, especially hiking and climbing.

Angela was born and raised in Signal Mountain, a small town on the outskirts of Chattanooga, Tennessee. She graduated from Red Bank High School in 2007, where she led the newspaper staff as the editor-in-chief.

Reporter

September 11 2008 :: 10 Years makes stop in hometown

September 15 2008 :: Knoxville hosts Tennessee Arm Wrestling competition

October 03 2008 :: UTPD serves through cooperation

October 20 2008 :: Peter Frampton's stop at Tennessee Theatre

November 10 2008 :: Take a hike: Great Smoky Mountain National Park

November 11 2008 :: Take a hike: Chimney Tops

March 13 2009 :: UT Tennis Club receives national tournament bid

May 12 2009 :: GSMA offers relief from summer boredom

Photographer

Trees in the lower elevations on the Tennessee side of the park are still showing their famous fall colors. The higher elevations are past peak and are now mostly bare.

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Known as a hiker paradise, the GSM offers not only hundreds of miles of trails but offers fishing, picnicking and auto touring as well.

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The Great Smoky Mountains’ diverse environment has over 1,660 types of flowers, 700 miles of streams and 200 species of birds throughout the park.

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All months of the year, hikers can enjoy the breathtaking views and diverse wildlife of the Great Smoky Mountains.

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In addition to the white blazes on trees that mark the Appalachian Trail, signs next to junctions also keep hikers on the correct route

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Leafless trees allow a view of the Smokies for miles, however, ice can easily form under the snow and on rocks. Wear proper hiking boots and look for icy patches.

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The hike from Newfound Gap to the Boulevard Trail has a couple look offs but is mostly covered by forest

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White blazes on trees along the Appalachian Trail keep hikers moving in the right direction

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The A.T. passes directly through Newfound Gap in the Great Smoky Mountains, which crosses from Tennessee into North Carolina.

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With over 2,000 miles of stream, the GSM has one of the last wild trout habitats in the east. The park allows fishing year round with a valid fishing license or permit from either Tennessee of North Carolina.

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The view from the Chimney’s summit feels like the top of the world.

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Strong Hall’s architecture gives the Cumberland side of UT a unique atmosphere unlike any other part of campus.

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Joseph and Sophie’s original home on the property was built in 1804. It was the first home built in the city out of brick material.

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The UTPD has shown significant progress in diminishing the number of UT students involved in liquor violations, including public intoxication and underage drinking. In 2005, the UTPD reported 550 liquor law violations, but reduced it to only 370 violations in 2006.

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Located at 1101 Cumberland Avenue, The University of Tennessee Police Department enhances campus safety through a variety tasks such as, investigation of criminal activity, accident and fire response, and security for special events.

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Referee, Ray Preston sets opponents, Bill Kirk and Preston Wogtech's grip. If competitors are unable to decide on a grip before the 1 minute time limit, the referee must position the wrestlers grip.

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