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Big Orange Finish Line 5/9-5/17

Big Orange Finish Line


May 9-17

Whether you’re a first-year or senior, we know Finals Week can be an incredibly stressful time. That’s why we’re happy to offer Big Orange Finish Line from May 9-17 as a way to help walk away from finals as stress-free as possible!

Check out the dropdown options below to find the locations, hours and events that will make up Big Orange Finish Line!

Big Orange Finish Line is made possible through a collaboration between the Dean of Students, Student Life, Student Success, the Student Union, and University Libraries.

Academic Success Center

8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Greve Hall, Room 330


Chem Tutorial Center

Hours Vary by Course. Click Here for Hours.
Buehler Hall, Room 513/Strong Hall, Room 303


Devine Music Library

Extended Hours until 11 p.m.
May 10-17


Language Resource Center

8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Alumni Memorial Building


Math Place

See Hours Below
Hodges Library, Room 220

  • May 9: Close at 3 p.m.
  • May 10 & 11: 3 p.m.-7 p.m.
  • May 12: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
  • May 13: CLOSED
  • May 14: 3 p.m. – 7 p.m.

Pendergrass Library

  • Monday-Thursday: 7:30 a.m. – 10 p.m.
  • Friday: 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.
  • Saturday: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
  • Sunday 1-10 p.m.

Physics Tutorial Center

Hours Vary by Course. Click Here for Hours.
Neilson, Room 512


Vol Study Center

8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Greve Hall, Room 330 & Hodges Library, Room 202K

Will relocate to Hodges Library, Room 209 on Wednesday, May 10 (Study Day).

Ayres Hall

1403 Circle Drive
Room 116 (Math Student Lounge) & Room 119 (Math Student Lounge)

Students can take advantage of Ayers to gain valuable Math tutoring throughout finals!

Hours

  • May 10-12: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • May 13-14: Closed
  • May 15: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Clyde M. York Veterinary Medicine Building

2407 River Drive
Pendergrass Library

Hours

  • May 10-11: 7:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.
  • May 12: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
  • May 13: Closed
  • May 14: 1 p.m. to 10 p.m.
  • May 15-17: 7:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.

Frieson Black Cultural Center

1800 Melrose Avenue
Frieson Black Cultural Center Library (BCC 113) & Lounge (BCC 115)

These spaces are open to any students and usually first-come, first-served.

Hours

  • May 10-11: 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.
  • May 12-13: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • May 14: Closed
  • May 15-17: 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.

HPER

1914 Andy Holt Avenue
Room 142

Students can take advantage of the HPER computer lounge to help them prepare for finals and final papers.

Hours

  • May 10-12: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
  • May 13-14: Closed
  • May 15-17: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Hodges Library

1015 Volunteer Boulevard

Hours

  • May 10-16: 24 Hours
  • May 17: 12 to 12 a.m.

Natalie L. Haslam Music Center

1714 Volunteer Boulevard
DeVine Music Library

Hours

  • May 10-17: 7:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Pride Center

1502 Cumberland Avenue
Student Union, Suite 373

Hours

  • May 10-17: 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Strong Hall

1621 West Cumberland Avenue
Rooms 102, 102A, 102B, 102C, 127, 128 & 246

Strong Hall offers students various areas to study including informal spaces scattered throughout the building as well as a dedicated resource center and small study room.

Hours
Available whenever the building is open.


Student Aquatic Center

2106 Andy Holt Avenue
Main Lobby

TRECS and The Student Aquatic Center not only offer students a place to exercise their bodies but also their minds. Take a break from working out and utilize a designated and informal study space to prepare for finals.

Hours

  • May 10: 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
  • May 11-12: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
  • May 13: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
  • May 14: 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.
  • May 15-17: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Student Union

1502 Cumberland Avenue
Main Lounges throughout Student Union and SU 270

Students can take advantage of the Student Union community spaces to study, connect and relax. Some interactive games (Giant Jenga, Connect 4, Checkers and more) will be available to release stress. SU 270 will also be set aside for quiet study.

Hours

  • May 10-11: 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.
  • May 12: 7 a.m. to 11 p.m.
  • May 13: 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.
  • May 14: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
  • May 15-17: 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.

TRECS

2111 Volunteer Boulevard
Room 108

TRECS and The Student Aquatic Center not only offer students a place to exercise their bodies but also their minds. Take a break from working out and utilize a designated and informal study space to prepare for finals.

Hours

  • May 10: 6 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
  • May 11-12: 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.
  • May 13: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
  • May 14: 12 p.m. to 8 p.m.
  • May 15-17: 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Zeanah Engineering Complex

863 Neyland Drive
Atrium, Room 258 (Tutorial Space for First-Year Engineering), Room 361 (Tutorial Space for Honors First-Year Engineering, and other Informal Seating throughout Complex.

Zeanah Engineering Complex offers students a great location to prepare for finals with informal and formal study spaces, as well as an Aramark POD on the first floor.

Hours

  • May 10-13: 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.
  • May 14: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
  • May 15-17: 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.


Big Orange Finish Line Events

Studying at Hodges

24 Hours
Hodges Library

Come in for a quiet place to get your finals studying done. Sponsored by University Libraries.


UTSA & VSC Finals Prep

5 – 7 p.m.
Student Union, Room 272

Learn tips and tricks to help your study habits for finals. Sponsored by the UT Success Academy and Vol Study Center. 


Multicultural Mentoring Program Late Night Breakfast

9 p.m. – 12 a.m.
Frieson Black Cultural Center

Join us for our annual late night breakfast to help students relax and enjoy a break from studying before final exams. Sponsored by Multicultural Student Life. 

Studying at Hodges

24 Hours
Hodges Library

Come in for a quiet place to get your finals studying done. Sponsored by University Libraries.


TRECS

6 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Tennessee Recreation Center for Students

Physical health is proven to help mental health! So, come out to TRECS to get a good workout in, de-stress and get your mind right for exams. Sponsored by TRECS.


DeVine Music Library – EXTENDED HOURS

7:30 a.m. – 11 p.m.
DeVine Music Library

Get in some additional studying as DeVine will be extending its hours until 11 p.m. through the end of finals! Sponsored by University Libraries.


Coffee, Coloring & Cookies

9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Jones Center for Leadership and Service

Come get some coffee and cookies to-go! Also, be sure to pick up some coloring books to help your de-stress. Sponsored by the Jones Center for Leadership and Service.


Coffee Break!

9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Student Union, Engagement Suite 174

Come to the Center for Student Engagement for a free coffee from the Starbucks Grab and Go Coffee Bar! Sponsored by the Center for Student Engagement.

To learn more, please click here.


Stories at the McClung Museum

9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
McClung Museum

Listen to stories about Appalachia as you wander the galleries, do some creative writing, and relax at the museum! Sponsored by the McClung Museum of Natural History & Culture.


Lift_ME Final Exam Snack Packs

9 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Frieson Black Cultural Center

Pick up a free curated snack pack to help you during your studying! Sponsored by Multicultural Student Life.


Virtual Writing Help

9:30 a.m. – 7 p.m.
utk.mywconline.com

Speak with someone virtually to get any help throughout the writing process. Sponsored by the Judith Anderson Herbert Writing Center.


Studying Resupply

10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Hodges Library, Rooms 209 & 220

Come enjoy some breakfast pastries, hot cocoa, and some activities as you study! Sponsored by the Vol Study Center, Writing Center, and Math Place.


In-Person Writing Help

10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Hodges Library, Room 213

Speak with someone in-person to get any help throughout the writing process. Sponsored by the Judith Anderson Herbert Writing Center.


UT Medication Take Back

10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Hodges Library

Safely dispose of any of your unwanted or expired medications – no questions asked. We will also have free medication lock boxes, DisposeRx packets, Narcan trainings, activities and prizes. Sponsored by the Metro Drug Coalition, the Center for Health Education & Wellness and the University of Tennessee Police Department.


Yoga & Meditation

1 – 1:30 p.m.
Hodges Library, Room 213

Get your brain and body reenergized with some yoga and meditation! Sponsored by the Vol Study Center and Hodges Library.


Hotcakes at Hodges

7 – 9 p.m.
Hodges Library

Chancellor Plowman invites all UT students to join her for a pancake supper on Wednesday, May 10. She and the vice chancellors will be serving pancakes and toppings, along with other breakfast foods, milk, and juice (while supplies last). Everything is free! Sponsored by the Office of the Chancellor.

For more information, please click here.


Exams Week Stay Well Cart

Take your mind off of exams for a little bit with some board games, cards, and coloring sheets! Sponsored by the Center for Health Education and Wellness. 

Destress for Success: Crafts & Activities

24 Hours
Hodges Library, Room 209

Hodges Library will offer a variety of board games and crafts for a relaxing break! Sponsored by University Libraries.


Destress for Success: Snacks

24 Hours
Hodges Library, Room 258 (Mary Greer Room)

Stop by and grab a snack on your way to study for finals! Sponsored by University Libraries.


Studying at Hodges

24 Hours
Hodges Library

Come in for a quiet place to get your finals studying done. Sponsored by University Libraries.


Group Fitness Classes

6:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
TRECS

  • HITT Class (6:30-7:15 a.m.) – TRECS Studio 7
  • Group Strength (8-8:45 a.m.) – TRECS Studio 11
  • Power Yoga (8:30-9:15 a.m.) – TRECS Studio 7
  • Bootcamp (9-9:45 a.m.) – TRECS Studio 11
  • Killer Core (11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m.) – TRECS Studio 9
  • Group Strength (12:30-1:15 p.m.) – TRECS Studio 9
  • Group Strength (2-2:45 p.m.) – TRECS Studio 7
  • Leg Day (2:30-3:15 p.m.) – TRECS Studio 9
  • Killer Core (3:30-4 p.m.) – TRECS Studio 9

TRECS

6 a.m. – 11 p.m.
Tennessee Recreation Center for Students

Physical health is proven to help mental health! So, come out to TRECS to get a good workout in, de-stress and get your mind right for exams. Sponsored by RecSports.


DeVine Music Library – EXTENDED HOURS

7:30 a.m. – 11 p.m.
DeVine Music Library

Get in some additional studying as DeVine will be extending its hours until 11 p.m. through the end of finals! Sponsored by University Libraries.


Coffee with the Vice Provost

9 – 10 a.m.
Hodges Library Starbucks

Enjoy a free coffee and chat with Vice Provost of Student Success Amber Williams about study and well-being tips to help you present your best self during finals! Sponsored by the Division of Student Success.


Virtual Writing Help

9:30 a.m. – 7 p.m.
utk.mywconline.com

Speak with someone virtually to get any help throughout the writing process. Sponsored by the Judith Anderson Herbert Writing Center.


Unwind in the Union

11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Student Union, Engagement Suite 174 (check-in)

Come Unwind in the Union! We’ll have a variety of snacks, games, and giveaways (while supplies last) all designed to help you relax during finals! Our main check-in will be in SU 174 but more stations will be displayed throughout the Union Sponsored by the Center for Student Engagement and the Student Union.

To learn more, please click here.


HPER Climbing Wall

4 – 8 p.m.
Health and Physical Education Building

Overcome your finals stress while you overcome the Vol Wall at HPER! Sponsored by RecSports.

Destress for Success: Crafts & Activities

24 Hours
Hodges Library, Room 209

Hodges Library will offer a variety of board games and crafts for a relaxing break! Sponsored by University Libraries.


Destress for Success: Snacks

24 Hours
Hodges Library, Room 258 (Mary Greer Room)

Stop by and grab a snack on your way to study for finals! Sponsored by University Libraries.


Studying at Hodges

12 a.m. – Close at Midnight
Hodges Library

Come in for a quiet place to get your finals studying done. Sponsored by University Libraries.


TRECS

6 a.m. – 11 p.m.
Tennessee Recreation Center for Students

Physical health is proven to help mental health! So, come out to TRECS to get a good workout in, de-stress and get your mind right for exams. Sponsored by RecSports.


DeVine Music Library – EXTENDED HOURS

7:30 a.m. – 11 p.m.
DeVine Music Library

Get in some additional studying as DeVine will be extending its hours until 11 p.m. through the end of finals! Sponsored by University Libraries.


Group Fitness Classes

8 a.m. – 5:45 p.m.
TRECS

  • Vinyasa Yoga (8-8:45 a.m) – TRECS Studio 11
  • Boot Camp (10-10:45 a.m.) – TRECS Studio 9
  • Cycle 45 (10:30-11:15 a.m.) – TRECS 227
  • HITT Class (3:30-4:15 p.m.) – TRECS Studio 7
  • Group Strength (4-4:45 p.m.) – TRECS Studio 9
  • Cardio Dance (5-5:45 p.m.) – TRECS Studio 11

Virtual Writing Help

9:30 a.m. – 7 p.m.
utk.mywconline.com

Speak with someone virtually to get any help throughout the writing process. Sponsored by the Judith Anderson Herbert Writing Center.


HPER Climbing Wall

4 – 8 p.m.
Health and Physical Education Building

Overcome your finals stress while you overcome the Vol Wall at HPER! Sponsored by RecSports.

Destress for Success: Crafts & Activities

24 Hours
Hodges Library, Room 209

Hodges Library will offer a variety of board games and crafts for a relaxing break! Sponsored by University Libraries.


Destress for Success: Snacks

24 Hours
Hodges Library, Room 258 (Mary Greer Room)

Stop by and grab a snack on your way to study for finals! Sponsored by University Libraries.


Studying at Hodges

10 a.m. – Close at Midnight
Hodges Library

Come in for a quiet place to get your finals studying done. Sponsored by University Libraries.


TRECS

12 – 8 p.m.
Tennessee Recreation Center for Students

Physical health is proven to help mental health! So, come out to TRECS to get a good workout in, de-stress and get your mind right for exams. Sponsored by RecSports.

Destress for Success: Crafts & Activities

24 Hours
Hodges Library, Room 209

Hodges Library will offer a variety of board games and crafts for a relaxing break! Sponsored by University Libraries.


Destress for Success: Snacks

24 Hours
Hodges Library, Room 258 (Mary Greer Room)

Stop by and grab a snack on your way to study for finals! Sponsored by University Libraries.


TRECS

12 – 8 p.m.
Tennessee Recreation Center for Students

Physical health is proven to help mental health! So, come out to TRECS to get a good workout in, de-stress and get your mind right for exams. Sponsored by RecSports.


Group Fitness Classes

3-4:45 p.m.
TRECS

  • Vinyasa Yoga (3-3:45 p.m.) – TRECS Studio 11
  • Mindfullness (4-4:45 p.m.) – TRECS Studio 9

Virtual Writing Help

4 – 7 p.m.
utk.mywconline.com

Speak with someone virtually to get any help throughout the writing process. Sponsored by the Judith Anderson Herbert Writing Center.

Destress for Success: Crafts & Activities

24 Hours
Hodges Library, Room 209

Hodges Library will offer a variety of board games and crafts for a relaxing break! Sponsored by University Libraries.


Destress for Success: Snacks

24 Hours
Hodges Library, Room 258 (Mary Greer Room)

Stop by and grab a snack on your way to study for finals! Sponsored by University Libraries.


Studying at Hodges

24 Hours
Hodges Library

Come in for a quiet place to get your finals studying done. Sponsored by University Libraries.


TRECS

6 a.m. – 11 p.m.
Tennessee Recreation Center for Students

Physical health is proven to help mental health! So, come out to TRECS to get a good workout in, de-stress and get your mind right for exams. Sponsored by RecSports.


Group Fitness Classes

6:30 a.m. – 8:45 p.m.
TRECS

  • Cycle 45 (6:30-7:15 a.m.) – TRECS 227
  • Flexibility (9-9:45 a.m.) – TRECS Studio 9
  • Group Strength (9-9:45 a.m.) – TRECS Studio 11
  • Zumba (12:30-1:15 p.m.) – TRECS Studio 11
  • HITT Class (6-6:45 p.m.) – TRECS Studio 11
  • Zumba (8-8:45 p.m.) – TRECS Studio 11

DeVine Music Library – EXTENDED HOURS

7:30 a.m. – 11 p.m.
DeVine Music Library

Get in some additional studying as DeVine will be extending its hours until 11 p.m. through the end of finals! Sponsored by University Libraries.


Virtual Writing Help

9:30 a.m. – 7 p.m.
utk.mywconline.com

Speak with someone virtually to get any help throughout the writing process. Sponsored by the Judith Anderson Herbert Writing Center.


Sew Your Stress Away!

2 p.m.
Hodges Library, Room 209

Take a break and create a felt carrot from scratch. Supplies will be provided – just bring yourself! This event will be first come, first served with limited availability. Sponsored by University Libraries.

To learn more, please click here.


HPER Climbing Wall

4 – 8 p.m.
Health and Physical Education Building

Overcome your finals stress while you overcome the Vol Wall at HPER! Sponsored by RecSports.

Destress for Success: Crafts & Activities

24 Hours
Hodges Library, Room 209

Hodges Library will offer a variety of board games and crafts for a relaxing break! Sponsored by University Libraries.


Destress for Success: Snacks

24 Hours
Hodges Library, Room 258 (Mary Greer Room)

Stop by and grab a snack on your way to study for finals! Sponsored by University Libraries.


Studying at Hodges

24 Hours
Hodges Library

Come in for a quiet place to get your finals studying done. Sponsored by University Libraries.


Group Fitness Classes

6:30 a.m. – 4:45 p.m.
TRECS

  • Cycle 45 (6:30-7:15 a.m.) – TRECS 227
  • Power Yoga (8-8:45 a.m.) – TRECS Studio 11
  • Flexibility (10-10:45 a.m.) – TRECS Studio 9
  • Barre (10-10:45 a.m.) – TRECS Studio 11
  • Group Strength (2-2:45 p.m.) – TRECS Studio 11
  • Bootcamp (3-3:45 p.m.) – TRECS Studio 7
  • Zumba (3:30-4:15 p.m.) – TRECS Studio 11
  • HITT Class (4-4:45 p.m.) – TRECS Studio 9

DeVine Music Library – EXTENDED HOURS

7:30 a.m. – 11 p.m.
DeVine Music Library

Get in some additional studying as DeVine will be extending its hours until 11 p.m. through the end of finals! Sponsored by University Libraries.


TRECS

6 a.m. – 11 p.m.
Tennessee Recreation Center for Students

Physical health is proven to help mental health! So, come out to TRECS to get a good workout in, de-stress and get your mind right for exams. Sponsored by RecSports.


Biscuits with Keith!

9-11 a.m.
Teaching and Learning Center (outside of Pendergrass)

Join UTIA Senior Vice Chancellor/Senior Vice President Keith Carver and the Pendergrass Library team for breakfast before you hit the books or head to your exams.  We’ll serve biscuits, coffee, and juice, with some words of encouragement on the side! Sponsored by University Libraries.

For more information, please click here.


Virtual Writing Help

9:30 a.m. – 7 p.m.
utk.mywconline.com

Speak with someone virtually to get any help throughout the writing process. Sponsored by the Judith Anderson Herbert Writing Center.


HPER Climbing Wall

4 – 8 p.m.
Health and Physical Education Building

Overcome your finals stress while you overcome the Vol Wall at HPER! Sponsored by RecSports.

Destress for Success: Crafts & Activities

24 Hours
Hodges Library, Room 209

Hodges Library will offer a variety of board games and crafts for a relaxing break! Sponsored by University Libraries.


Destress for Success: Snacks

24 Hours
Hodges Library, Room 258 (Mary Greer Room)

Stop by and grab a snack on your way to study for finals! Sponsored by University Libraries.


Studying at Hodges

12 a.m. – Close at Midnight
Hodges Library

Come in for a quiet place to get your finals studying done. Sponsored by University Libraries.


TRECS

6 a.m. – 11 p.m.
Tennessee Recreation Center for Students

Physical health is proven to help mental health! So, come out to TRECS to get a good workout in, de-stress and get your mind right for exams. Sponsored by RecSports.


Group Fitness Classes

6:30 a.m. – 6:45 p.m.
TRECS

  • Bootcamp (6:30-7:15 a.m.) – TRECS Studio 9
  • Vinyasa Yoga (8-8:45 a.m.) – TRECS Studio 11
  • Bootcamp (11-11:45 a.m.) – TRECS Studio 9
  • Cardio Dance (3-3:45 p.m.) – TRECS Studio 11
  • Flexibility (6-6:45 p.m.) – TRECS Studio 11

DeVine Music Library – EXTENDED HOURS

7:30 a.m. – 11 p.m.
DeVine Music Library

Get in some additional studying as DeVine will be extending its hours until 11 p.m. through the end of finals! Sponsored by University Libraries.


Virtual Writing Help

9:30 a.m. – 7 p.m.
utk.mywconline.com

Speak with someone virtually to get any help throughout the writing process. Sponsored by the Judith Anderson Herbert Writing Center.


HPER Climbing Wall

4 – 8 p.m.
Health and Physical Education Building

Overcome your finals stress while you overcome the Vol Wall at HPER! Sponsored by RecSports.


Torch Night: A Farewell to Thee

8 p.m.
Ayers Lawn

Ceremony for graduating seniors and graduate students to receive the Torch of Service. Sponsored by the Office of the Chancellor.