Issue 01, Volume 123
Friday, May 31, 2013
New charity begins at farmers market Victoria Wright Editor-in-Chief Most patrons circling the UT Farmers Market are on the hunt to buy fresh produce, but a new initiative is hoping visitors will bring food with them during their next visit. With their tent pitched to shield the afternoon heat Wednesday, The University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture began promotion of their new campaign “Grow More Give More,” a charity aiming to give fresh produce to those in need. Partnering with Society of St. Andrew, a national, ecumenical organization that provides fresh produce to food shelters, the two are hoping to reach multiple food shelters in the Knoxville area. Spearheading the project are Jean Husley, assistant director of UTIA marketing and communications, and Amy Caponetti, human resources coordinator with UT AgResearch, who decided to start the program after realizing a void for summer charity projects. “We do a toy drive in the winter time and I thought we needed to do something in the summer that would help our community,” Caponetti said. Caponetti said she noticed a large need among food banks and food shelters in the area for fresh produce and said as as a representative of the Ag Campus, the ability to help was right up their alley. Starting Wednesday, June 5, “Grow More, Give More” will take fresh produce donations. The fruits and veggies will travel through Society of St. Andrews, where the food will be distributed to food bank and shelters including Wesley House Community Center, Knoxville Area Rescue Mission and the Love Kitchen. The project follows a “no waste” policy, and any food not consumable by humans will be donated to the zoo. Capinetti and Husley don’t have a set goal for donations, but the two hope their first numbers at the end of the program will be high. Plant seeds were distributed to visitors to encourage people to grow extra produce in their
gardens in hopes that the surplus will be donated to those in need. Though the seeds planted this summer would not sprout in time to be given towards the project, Husley said the message the action spreads is more important. “In addition to trying to grow our fruits and vegetables, we’re also trying to grow an awareness of the need in this community,” Husley said. Most donations to food banks and shelters are dried, packaged food. While these do feed those in need, Husley said they are not the healthiest options. “It’s (the project) good because there is such a real need,” Husley said. “I have a 9-year-old son and I know that if I wasn’t able to give him fruits and veggies it would be a source of concern for me. ”A lot of these food banks do have a lot of dry goods donated and a lot of highly processed foods, but as far as fruits and veggies, that’s a real need.” Mike Smith, volunteer for Society of St. Andrews, has served with the nonprofit organization for about six years. In the last year, Society of St. Andrews has delivered 9 million pounds of produce. Smith said while there is still a need for fresh produce donations, he said there has been a steady rise in numbers. ”Most people don’t have it (fresh produce), but that’s why we’re getting farmers involved,” he said. “This year we’re picking up not only from the farm, but we’ve also picked up from several other vendors from the Farmers Market. Things like this make people more aware of what we’re doing.” Husley said that no amount of produce is too small to donate. Whether a donor comes with a crate of squash or a handful of apples, she said all help is needed. ”We definitely have a potential in the future to grow outside of our campus and outside of Knoxville to across the state.” The group will take donations at the UT Farmers Market on Neyland Drive beginning at 4 p.m. Wednesday, June 5.
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Timothy Rogers, retiring vice chancellor of student life, enjoys a formal meal at a luncheon in 2010.
Vice Chancellor steps down Provost Martin to serve interim role during the search for his replacement Staff Report Vice Chancellor for Student Life Tim Rogers is retiring from UT after more than 38 years at the school. His retirement comes after a year of surprises in the Department of Student Life. In late September, a UT student who ended up in the hospital with an extremely dangerous blood alcohol content made national headlines when authorities suggested he had been using an alcohol enema. The student’s fraternity, Pi Kappa Alpha, was subsequently removed from campus and Rogers faced questions from a myriad of news outlets, includ-
ing CNN. In his official press release, the student, Alexander Broughton, accused Rogers of knowingly disregarding the truth. On the heels of scandal came more national attention over April’s ‘Sex Week,’ which was stripped of some Student Activity funds after Tennessee legislators questioned the university budget on the Capitol floor. The week was still held, but UT popped up on national media and was questioned for its sudden change of heart on the controversial program. Early May posed another scandal for Rogers’ reign as Vice Chancellor, when Jenny Wright, the director of student judicial affairs, was removed from her post after allegations of sexual relations with student-athletes, including departing Volunteer point guard Trae Golden.
Rogers promoted her to director two years ago. On May 23, the Knoxville News Sentinel reported that emails between Rogers and Chancellor Jimmy Cheek included a reference to an “intolerable situation.” The emails also contained Rogers’ intent to retire, and on June 30 he will fulfill that intent. Despite the scandalous year for his department, Rogers’ legacy as vice chancellor spanned nearly a decade and included involvement in the new RecSports Fields on Sutherland Avenue, Sorority Village, the new Student Health Building, and the planning for the new Student Union and Fred D. Brown Residence Hall. He became vice chancellor of student life after previously serving as interim vice chancellor and dean of students, and
has served at the position for nearly a decade. In a university press release, the chancellor was quoted as saying that “Tim is a dedicated advocate for our students and has worked tirelessly to make their UT experience even better. We appreciate his leadership of several large-scale efforts that will benefit UT students for many years to come.” “Along with leading significant change, Tim always took great care in listening to our students and making sure their interests and concerns were considered,” Cheek said. Administration plans to begin a nationwide search for a new vice chancellor for the Division of Student Life. Until a new vice chancellor is hired, Provost and Senior Vice Chancellor Susan Martin will assume responsibilities at the vacant position.
New store adds college appeal to Market Square Melodi Erdogan Arts & Culture Editor
Victoria Wright Editor-in-Chief
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Urban Outfitters opened on Thursday, May 2 at the corner of Market Square.
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When word spread last fall of Urban Outfitters opening at a Market Square location, it made news. Located in the southern corner of the square in the 1906 Arnstein Building, Urban Outfitters opened its doors to customers of May 2, and since then has only added to the positive atmosphere of downtown Knoxville. “When we open a new store we have to be confident that we’re a good fit for the city,” said Justin VanLaeken, district manager for Urban Outfitters. “The large student population certainly factored into the decision making process. Knoxville is the right city, we found the right space, and it was the right time.
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“The stars were aligned on this one.” Urban Outfitters typically appeals to the young crowd, with trendy clothing and exclusive brands. The store currently sells some of summer’s coolest styles, including camo prints and graphic shirts, along with their BDG jean collection. The store hosted a grand opening on May 11, offering shopping customers free beer from Saw Works and providing music with three performing DJs, including Washed Out, Torres and Jackson Scott. VanLaeken said the culture Urban Outfitters provides reflects their customer – selfexpressive and creative. “We are committed to being invested in the local community and have a strong history
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