February 27 – March 3
Join us for Vol Success Week, a week-long event for students to engage with academic resources to enhance their success and prepare for mid-terms. Held from February 27 – March 3!
The week will offer transformative opportunities for students to learn resource awareness, academic resilience, and well-being while participating in signature events, including our daily kickoffs with free Keoke Coffee and VIP guests.
Attendees are encouraged to use the “Big Orange Welcome” guide within the Vol Life app to stay up to date on Vol Success Week events.
Keoke Coffee Kickoff
9 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Hess Hall
Join us outside of Hess Hall for coffee, resource handouts, on-the-spot academic coaching, and VIP guests. The Keoke Coffee Bar food truck will be serving a free limited menu for students, while supplies last.
Vol Study Center
Times and Locations Vary
Check into the Vol Study Center at least three times during Vol Success Week to win a free meal swipe!
You can find the Vol Study Center at the following locations and times on this day: Greve 330 from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., Hodges Library 220K from 11 a.m. – 9 p.m., Pendergrass Library from 2 p.m. – 5 p.m., and Frieson Black Cultural Center from 4 p.m. – 9 p.m.
First-Gen: De-Stress for Success
12 p.m. – 1 p.m.
Hodges Library, 2nd Floor
Join First-Generation Initiatives in an activity to destress during Vol Success Week. Make your own stress ball or goal dry erase board.
Build-Your-Own Study Kit @ Herbert
12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Pendergrass Library
Come build a study kit as you prep for midterms.
Free Professional Headshots
1 p.m. – 2 p.m.
Center for Career Development & Academic Exploration, 201 Student Union
Come get career ready by visiting the Center for Career Development & Academic Exploration for a free professional headshot.
First-Year Programs: De-Stress for Success
1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Student Union, Room 362 B/C
Tap into well-being by taking care of your mind and body during midterms week. Come engage in a few relaxation activities such as meditation and yoga. A representative from CHEW and Student Counseling Center will be on site to provide information and resources as well. *Food will be provided.*
Coffee and Coaching
9 a.m. – 10 a.m.
Circle Park
Join us in Circle Park for coffee, resource handouts, on-the-spot academic coaching, and VIP guests. The Keoke Coffee Bar food truck will be serving a free limited menu for students, while supplies last.
Vol Study Center
Times and Locations Vary
Check into the Vol Study Center at least three times during Vol Success Week to win a free meal swipe!
You can find the Vol Study Center at the following locations and times on this day: Greve 330 from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., Hodges Library 220K from 11 a.m. – 9 p.m., and Frieson Black Cultural Center from 4 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Free Professional Headshot
11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Center for Career Development & Academic Exploration
Come get career ready by visiting the Center for Career Development & Academic Exploration for a free professional headshot.
Flag 4 Swag with the VSC
12 p.m. – 1 p.m.
UT Campus
Check the Veterans Success Center Instagram (@utk_veterans) for the “Flag 4 Swag” route across UT campus. Find the VSC team member with the American Flag on their backpack and say hello! First ones to find the backpacker get free VSC swag.
Academic Coaching Popup
12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Rocky Top Dining Hall
Academic coaches will offer pop-up coaching opportunities in Rocky Top Dining Hall!
Fulbright Information Session
4 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Hodges Library, Room 213
The Fulbright Fellowship is a year-long abroad opportunity to promote mutual understanding through cultural exchange and immersion. Fulbrights are able to teach English, attend universities, or work with researchers from all over the world.
Commuter Coffee & Coaching
4 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Vienna Coffee, 212 College St., Suite B, Maryville, TN 37804
The Vol Study Center is coming to you! Get some free coffee and pop-up academic coaching support for midterms at the Vienna Coffee Company in Maryville.
Vol to Vol: Choose Your Major Edition
5 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Student Union, Room 262
Vol to Vol is a casual networking event connecting exploring students with major representatives across colleges. Connect with current students who love their majors to identify majors that align with your interests, strengths, and values. You will be able to ask questions about classes, experiences, and instructors to learn how to succeed. Spots are limited so be sure to RSVP on Handshake. Contact Aiola Gill at agill14@utk.edu with any questions
Ready for the World Group Coaching (Honors & Scholars Programs)
5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Zoom
Back by popular demand! Chancellor’s Honors Program students can learn different non-study abroad options and strategies for fulfilling their RFW requirement. This year’s session features actual projects completed by current and former students, as well as a Q&A session with the presenter.
Coffee and Coaching
9 a.m. – 10 a.m.
Fred D. Brown Jr. Residence Hall
Join us outside Fred Brown for coffee, resource handouts, on the spot academic coaching, and VIP guests. The Keoke Coffee Bar food truck will be serving a free limited menu for students, while supplies last.
Vol Study Center
Times and Locations Vary
Check into the Vol Study Center at least three times during Vol Success Week to win a free meal swipe!
You can find the Vol Study Center at the following locations and times on this day: Greve 330 from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., Hodges Library 220K from 11a.m. – 9 p.m., Pendergrass Library from 2 p.m. – 5 p.m., and Frieson Black Cultural Center from 4 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Speed Fellowships Advising
9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Pedestrian Walkway
This “speed advising” tabling session will engage students about their academic and professional goals. Learn how fellowships (and research) can advance you to those goals.
We Care About Your “SOCK”sess
11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Hodges Library Atrium
The Academic Success Center believes that their success is in you finding success within your journey at UT! Come join the ASC in Hodges Library to tell us about your achievements while at UT and receive a pair of checkerboard socks. Let’s celebrate all you have and will accomplished!
Honors Care Packages
12 p.m. – 1 p.m.
Howard Baker Center, Room 118
As you prepare for midterms, drop by the Honors office to make a care package and take time to take care of yourself. Well-being is just as important to success as academic preparation.
Coffee and Coaching
9 a.m. – 10 a.m.
Engineering Quad – Science and Engineering Research Facility
Join us by the Science and Engineering Research Facility in the Engineering Quad for coffee, resource handouts, on-the-spot academic coaching, and VIP guests. The Keoke Coffee Bar food truck will be serving a free limited menu for students, while supplies last.
Vol Study Center
Times and Locations Vary
Check into the Vol Study Center at least three times during Vol Success Week to win a free meal swipe!
You can find the Vol Study Center at the following locations and times on this day: Greve 330 from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., Hodges Library 220K from 11 a.m. – 9 p.m., Pendergrass Library from 12 p.m. – 5 p.m., and Frieson Black Cultural Center from 4 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Build Your Own Study Kit
1 p.m. – 2 p.m.
Hodges Library
Come build a study kit as you prep for midterms!
“Mission Accomplished” with VSC
1 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Veterans Success Center
All student veterans are encouraged to stop by to meet Kianna, the veteran academic coach, and receive a personalized academic mission plan and a sweet treat!
Test Taking Strategies Workshop
3 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Greve Hall, Room 318 or Zoom
Come learn about different strategies to better your test taking skills.
Getting Started Research Seminar
4 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Melrose Hall, Room E102 or via Zoom
Attend this information session to learn more about Undergraduate Research & Fellowships, opportunities for research experiences, and strategies for contacting faculty research mentors.
Coffee and Coaching
9 a.m. – 10 a.m.
Burchfiel Plaza
Join us outside Burchfiel Geography Building for coffee, resource handouts, on the spot academic coaching, and VIP guests. The Keoke Coffee Bar food truck will be serving a free limited menu for students, while supplies last.
Vol Study Center
Times and Locations Vary
Check into the Vol Study Center at least three times during Vol Success Week to win a free meal swipe!
You can find the Vol Study Center at the following locations and times on this day: Greve 330 from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., Hodges Library 220K from 11 a.m. – 9 p.m., and Frieson Black Cultural Center from 4 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Free Professional Headshots
10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Center for Career Development & Academic Exploration
Come get career ready by visiting the Center for Career Development & Academic Exploration for a free professional headshot!
VolTrek: Exploring Careers in Library Systems
2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Hodges Library
This VolTrek is designed for students interested in exploring careers within the library field. Different career pathways include Instruction and Subject Librarians, Special Collections and Archives, Technical Services, Community Outreach, and Administration. The VolTrek will include a tour of Hodges Library, a discussion with a variety of library professionals, and a Q&A session for you to learn more. Students must register for this event on Handshake.