Already have an undergraduate research position on-campus this summer? (It can be volunteer, paid, or for academic credit.) Register with our office to learn about research-focused events and activities on campus during the summer. The Summer Research Scholars Program provides a full program of professional development opportunities and social activities throughout the summer. All UTK students and those visiting from other schools engaged in undergraduate research activities and creative works are eligible to become Summer Research Scholars — regardless of funding source or formal program affiliation.
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Summer Research Scholars Calendar 2019
| Summer Dates | Events | Location | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 3, 11-1pm | Welcome Luncheon and Stadium Tour | Lauricella Room, Neyland Stadium | |
| June 11, 9-10am | Cross-Cultural Mentoring Seminar | Mossman 102 | Dr. Ernest Brothers, Associate Dean, The Graduate School |
| June 13, 5-6pm | House Cup Challenge: Photo Scavenger Hunt | Vol Hall | |
| June 15, 2pm & 3pm | Planetarium Visit | Nielsen Physics Building | |
| June 25, 9-11am | Responsible Conduct of Research Seminar | Mossman 102 | Dr. Sarah Pruett, Research Integrity Compliance & Dr. Holly Mercer, Associate Dean for Scholarly Communication & Research Services |
| June 27, 9-10am | How to Create an Effective Research Poster Seminar | Mossman 102 | Dr. Virginia Stormer, Assistant Director, Honors & Scholars |
| June 29, all day | Dollywood Day | Pigeon Forge, TN | |
| July 2, all day | ORNL Tour | Oak Ridge National Lab, Oak Ridge, TN | |
| July 9, 9-10am | Graduate School Applications and Funding Seminar | Mossman 102 | Dr. Ernest Brothers, Associate Dean, The Graduate School |
| July 11, 6-7pm | Graduate School Ice Cream Social | Vol Hall | |
| July 16, 9-10am | How to apply for the NSF GRFP Seminar | Mossman 102 | Dr. Andrew Seidler, Director, Office of National Scholarships & Fellowships |
| July 18, 5-6pm | House Cup Challenge: Field Goal Challenge | Neyland Stadium | |
| July 23, 10-12pm | Poster Session | Mossman Atrium |
To Do Around Knoxville
From out of town? Welcome to Knoxville! There is something here for everyone.
Downtown
UT campus is located blocks from downtown Knoxville. Check out what’s going on close by. Parking is FREE on nights and weekends.
Outdoors
Knoxville is an outdoor city! Here are some of the ways you can explore.
- Great Smoky Mountains National Park
- Ijams Nature Center
- Urban Wilderness
- Outdoors Knoxville (resource for all things outdoors)
- Pace Bike Rentals
- Climbing, paddling, cycling
Nearby Attractions
We’re located minutes from some of the southeast’s biggest attractions.
- Gatlinburg – A mountain town and gateway to the Great Smoky Mountains. Nightlife, food, entertainment, and more
- Sevierville/Pigeon Forge – Shopping, Stage Shows, Outlet Malls, Go-Karts, Laser Tag, pancake houses and more
- Dollywood – Amusement Park near the Great Smoky Mountains
Other activities
- Trivia – Knox Trivia Guys, Knoxville Trivia
- Live Music
- Bowling – Maple Hall, Fountain Lanes, Family Bowl
- Arcade Games – Main Event, Token Game Tavern, Harrogate’s Lounge, Escape Game Knoxville
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