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Lands for All Time
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Lands for All Time

If you could look at mountains and seashores and think I saved that, wouldn't you nearly pop with pride? Paul Pritchard can say that.

Butterflies, the Big Bopper, and Other News
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Butterflies, the Big Bopper, and Other News

A book about butterflies, solving the mystery of The Big Bopper's death, a fat camp for pets, and other stories.

The Other Phil Fulmer
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The Other Phil Fulmer

For 8 years, Phillip Fulmer has dedicated time and effort to curbing teen suicide, working with the Jason Foundation.

King of 'Shrooms
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King of ‘Shrooms

Dennis Desjardin had quite a surprise when realized that some of the leaves he was kneeling in were actually a pair of copperheads.

"Performing" Surgery
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“Performing” Surgery

Appreciation for the arts and cutting-edge surgery skills seem worlds apart, but Dr. David LaVelle easily connects the dots.

Keeping the Lid on in Korea
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Keeping the Lid on in Korea

When 4-star general Burwell Bell came to UT to speak, he was--for a time--just "B.B.," a friend, relative, and diehard Vols fan.

To Do the Right Thing
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To Do the Right Thing

Fall 2006 commencement at UT Knoxville seemed a fitting homecoming for civil rights pioneer Rita Sanders Geier.

Fueling Change
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Fueling Change

As gasoline prices continue to fluctuate, nearly everyone has an opinion about fuel production and consumption.

Rehabilition Goes to the Dogs
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Rehabilition Goes to the Dogs

Although she was only 10 years old, Maggie Carlin suffered excruciating pain from arthritis in both knees.

To Protect and Serve
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To Protect and Serve

Jim Hammond is hopeful that the hundreds of cadets he has trained to be Iraqi police officers will make a difference.

In the Line of Fire
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In the Line of Fire

"There's no front line in Iraq. Everywhere we stayed was the front line," said Dr. Joan Sullivan, a member of the National Guard.

UT's Public Service Connection
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UT’s Public Service Connection

The UT Institute for Public Service puts the knowledge of UT faculty and consultants to use solving real-world problems.

They Didn't Forget
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They Didn’t Forget

Eddie Rowe says he'd be "digging ditches today" if it weren't for the kindness of former UT pharmacy dean Seldom Feurt.

Honor Thy Father
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Honor Thy Father

Enjoying the role of underdog can help level the playing field for all who play the game of life. Larry Pratt can relate.

Changing Tomorrow Today
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Changing Tomorrow Today

UT's statewide marketing effort is keyed to the "fUTure" and includes billboards, a new television commercial, and print advertising.

Miss Tennessee, An Emmy Winner, and a Katrina Update
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Miss Tennessee, An Emmy Winner, and a Katrina Update

Blair Pancake won the Miss Tennessee title, and UT Chattanooga alumnus Leslie Jordan won an Emmy.

A President's Eye View
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A President’s Eye View

President John Petersen is in his third year at the UT helm, and he's making his mark on several fronts.

Doan Heads GSA
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Doan Heads GSA

Lurita Doan is a top government administrator, a technology company founder, and a scholar of Renaissance literature.

No Smoking
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No Smoking

Each year almost 10,000 Tennesseans die as a direct result of cigarette smoking. Yet 28 percent continue to smoke.

Fuel from the Fields
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Fuel from the Fields

Agricultural production has traditionally focused on food and fiber, but a third F has entered the picture. Fuel.

Biodiesel Comes Full Circle
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Biodiesel Comes Full Circle

When you hear Scott Curran talk about "creating a model for campus sustainability," it's hard not to get caught up in his enthusiasm.

Mays Pursues a Workable Fuel Cell
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Mays Pursues a Workable Fuel Cell

Jimmy Mays's polymer research has put him on the leading edge of a new clean-energy research initiative.

Fueling Tomorrow
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Fueling Tomorrow

Gas-guzzling cars and congested highways -- our transportation culture is ripe for change, but can we hope for anything better?