Issue 119.11
Thursday January 26, 2012
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Photo courtesy of bermudaonion.net

Pamela Schoenewaldt, far right, meets with fellow author Heather Newton and a fan, Kathy, during a book signing on Sunday, Feb. 27, 2011. Schoenewaldt, author of "When We Were Strangers," recently read from her novel at the Writers in the Library event in Hodges Library.

Author, UT alumna shares writings
Taylor Mcelroy, Staff Writer

“Don’t die alone Erma,” was one of the first sentences uttered for UT’s own former creative writing teacher-turned-novelist, Pamela Schoenewaldt. The audience’s eyes never left her as she coaxed their ears with a story of an Italian immigrant experience.
    
On Monday Jan. 23, Schoenewaldt presented and read excerpts from her book, “When We Were Strangers.” Immediately following her reading, accompanied by Marina Maccari-Clayton, she led a quick question-and-answer portion where she discussed her writing process, the most difficult aspects of the book and most importantly, the socio-economic importance that comes from immigrants.
    
Her novel kicked off this ...

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Photo courtesy of Noah Stewart

BCC brings back opera series to campus
Juilliard-trained male opera singers bring their talents to town, series to continue until April
Jasmine Green, Staff Writer

On Jan. 21, the Black Cultural Center and The Knoxville Opera hosted African American Voices. The series gives the public the opportunity to personally meet three of the most famous African-American males in the opera industry.

The artists sang two songs that were followed by a discussion of their journey to fame, along with a question-and-answer session. The first African American Voices program was held last semester in October.

The first artist to kick off the series was Kevin Thompson. Noah Stewart, the second featured host, highlighted the event on Saturday.

Both Stewart and Thompson are graduates of the Juilliard ...

News

I-House focuses on Saudi Arabian culture this week
Kelsey Ray, Staff Writer

Mohammed Alkohaiz, a student through the English Language Institute and native of Saudi Arabia, shared an important aspect of his culture surrounding Arabic coffee with students and faculty on Tuesday evening in the International House Great Room.

“In my country ...

Health society seeks new members
Andi Overby, Staff Writer

Alpha Epsilon Delta Pre-Health Honor Society, the world’s largest organization committed to premedical scholarship, is seeking new members for spring semester.

UT’s Beta chapter is now one of 171 branches that brings students together who are pursuing careers ...

Students walk in the UC 1-26
George Richardson • The Daily Beacon

InShort

Students ascend stairs lit by the bright, sunny day in the University Center on Wednesday, Jan 25.

Sports
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No. 9 softball preparing for season
Anthony Elias, Staff Writer

The Tennessee Lady Vols softball team practiced at Sherri Parker Lee Stadium this week.

The team, ranked No. 9 preseason by ESPN, worked on pitching, as well as working in some of its incoming freshman, such as Cheyanne Tarango.

“I ...

Opinion

Randomness permeates daily life
Preston Peeden, Managing Editor

I woke up 20 minutes late yesterday. I jumped out of bed, grabbed a quick shower, scarfed down a Pop-Tart and ran out the door. I had to double back once I reached the elevator to grab my keys. By ...

Pilot Light’s got problems, potential
Lindsay Lee, Columnist

 Do you like obscure music, being really confused and feeling totally out of place? Then Knoxville’s Pilot Light is the place for you.

The Pilot Light is this little hole-in-the-wall music venue and bar on East Jackson Avenue in ...