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Former UT student shot in Fort Sanders | News

The Daily Beacon — Tue, 15 Jan 2013 03:00:00 -0500

Gunshots rang out in the Fort once again on Saturday morning at 5:30 a.m. when Turner Mull, age 22, was shot at 1623 Forest Ave. The shooting was originally reported to The Daily Beacon Monday afternoon by a concerned parent. No official UT Alert was issued by the ...

College life, leisure reading not compatible | Arts & Culture

The Daily Beacon — Tue, 15 Jan 2013 03:00:00 -0500

Reading is a hobby I very much enjoy. It’s a simple pleasure that not only broadens my mind, but also cultures me in ways that reality television can’t. A few of my favorite authors are J.D. Salinger (”Franny and Zooey” is a must-read) and Joseph Heller (”Catch-22 ...

Knoxville empties over break, businesses suffer | News

The Daily Beacon — Tue, 15 Jan 2013 03:00:00 -0500

The winter holidays are a welcome break for most UT students, but Knoxville area businesses dread the loss of their biggest customers.

"When the students aren't here, business is cut down by probably a quarter. We actually close every Christmas for 10 days because there's just no customer ...

Point guard problems: time for change | Sports

The Daily Beacon — Tue, 15 Jan 2013 03:00:00 -0500

Heading into Tuesday night's game against the Kentucky Wildcats in Rupp Arena, the Volunteers are stuck in a difficult situation with regard to who should be running the team on the floor.

Should the Vols stick with junior Trae Golden, opt for Josh Richardson, who has some experience at ...

Student business awarded grant | News

The Daily Beacon — Tue, 15 Jan 2013 03:00:00 -0500

If you had told Anthony Smith during his freshman year that a company he created would receive a $12,500 grant from UT to assist him in entrepreneurship, he actually would not have been too surprised.

In high school, Smith wanted to design his own website for free and began ...

Vols looking for win at Rupp Arena | Sports

The Daily Beacon — Tue, 15 Jan 2013 03:00:00 -0500

As the Tennessee Volunteers (8-6, 0-2 SEC) prepare to take on the Kentucky Wildcats (11-5, 1-1 SEC), there's a few obstacles in their way.

The Vols have gone 0-3 in their last three games and are currently 0-3 away. In the midst of getting the team back on track ...

InShort

The Daily Beacon — Tue, 15 Jan 2013 03:00:00 -0500

Dancers perform a hip-hop routine during rehearsals over the holiday break in preparation for the BOSS Dance Company Showcase. The showcase will be held at Clarence Brown Theatre Thurs.-Sat. at 7:30 p.m.

Opinion: New website helps track resolutions | Column

The Daily Beacon — Tue, 15 Jan 2013 03:00:00 -0500

As we leave the warm, embracing, and joyous atmosphere of our homes and families and begrudgingly head back to school in cramped buses and cars, full of items to prepare us for the rest of the freezing winter and bipolar spring seasons, we reminisce on the holiday memories and the ...

Opinion: Redefining masculinity for modern age | Column

The Daily Beacon — Tue, 15 Jan 2013 03:00:00 -0500

There are few advertising techniques more effective than appealing to the "disappearing" masculinity of the American male. Pissed off because your girlfriend made you go watch "Les Mis" instead of letting you watch the football game? Grab a Dr. Pepper 10 next time and tell her what the deal is ...

Your View: Construction, change good for UT | Letters

The Daily Beacon — Tue, 15 Jan 2013 03:00:00 -0500

Dear Editor,
We at Facilities Services read, with interest, the letter written by Darby Dickerson (Nov. 20, "Downsides to Campus Construction"). The letter raised good points. One of those points was the need for communication. We agree that better methods of reaching students with construction news and road closures would ...

Your View: Reflections on Obamacare, gun control | Letters

The Daily Beacon — Tue, 15 Jan 2013 03:00:00 -0500

Dear Editor,

I am writing to say that Republicans and some very conservative Democrats are on the wrong side of gun control and "Obamacare."

First, I know everyone has heard about the tragic killing of the grade school children and the adults in Connecticut. Even though the killer had two ...

Editorial by Wu | Cartoons

The Daily Beacon — Tue, 15 Jan 2013 03:00:00 -0500

Scrambled Eggs | Cartoons

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Southern Glamour | Cartoons

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