Issue 121.17
Friday September 14, 2012
Fraternity Row 9-14
Tara Sripunvoraskul • The Daily Beacon

UTPD will begin enforcing the no alcohol campus policy in Fraternity houses in Fraternity Park.

GREEKS TOLD TO SOBER UP
RJ Vogt, News Editor

The presidents of 16 fraternities met with Dean of Students Maxine Davis on Wednesday night to discuss the recent spike in alcohol-related reports that has left at least three students hospitalized.

"It is really time for a change in the culture," Davis said.

In the first three weekends of school this semester, UTPD has received numerous reports of fraternities serving alcohol in frat houses, including to minors. Just last weekend, three different fraternity houses (Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Sigma Chi and Sigma Nu) produced ten underage consumption of alcohol citations and two arrests for underage consumption of alcohol.

"We almost had ...

Grizzly Bears 9-14
Photo courtesy of musicstack.com

Music purists choose vinyl over digital
Brandon Swinford, Staff Writer and Morgan McConnell, Staff Writer

Ever thought the music coming from your iPod sounds a little flat? Ever wondered why you don't get goosebumps from listening to your favorite music after a while? It could be a case of "L.O.V.", or lack of vinyl, as audiophiles call it. This column just might be the cure for what ails your ears. But why should one listen to a format invented in the 19th century that sound nerds claim to be far superior to all of our fancy new technology? Let us break it down for you:

First, vinyl's quiet. Silence on a ...

News

Students organize fan’s memorial
David Cobb, Assistant News Editor

An otherwise festive weekend on Rocky Top will have a somber beginning.

A candlelight vigil will be held at the torchbearer statue Friday to honor Issac Grubb, the 20-year-old UT fan who fell to his death at the Georgia Dome ...

Students learn about UC at open house
Graham Gibson, Staff Writer

The University Center gave away prizes Wednesday as it held an open house from 2:00 p.m to 4:30 p.m.

In addition to the daily hustle and bustle of the UC, the open house was held with ...

Arts & Culture
Dale Dickey 9-14

Actress, alumna finds success

Preston Peeden, Associate Editor

Dale Dickey has worn a lot of faces.

She's been a werewolf, a member of the Missouri backwoods' criminal empire, a murderous baker and a daytime hooker. All of these faces she has donned have led Dickey to one ...

TN Valley Fair

Fair offers popular attractions
Rebecca Butcher, Staff Writer

As the reality of a new school year settles in for students, they can look forward to an event cherished by millions of people across the country.

The Tennessee Valley Fair is officially in full swing for its 93rd year ...

Yelawolf 9-14

Alabama rapper to play show at Valarium
Kevin McNelis, Staff Writer

Close your eyes and picture a rap artist. Now picture a rap artist who is white, his skin covered with tattoos. Now open your eyes and think of somebody other than Eminem. That somebody is Yelawolf and he will perform ...

Sports
Chamique Holdsclaw 9-14

Holdsclaw inspires students
Lauren Kittrell, Sports Editor

"You need to know there are people around you who can help you live life."

Chamique Holdsclaw, former Lady Vol basketball and WNBA star, spoke to students at the University Center Wednesday, telling her life story and encouraging them to ...

Curt Maggitt from UT 9-14

Tennessee looks to end losing streak

Corbin Taylor, Staff Writer

The University of Tennessee has come down with a case of football fever. Campus is buzzing while the anticipation builds for the Vols' matchup this weekend against the Florida Gators.

Currently ranked among the top 25 teams in the Associated ...

Omar Hunter from Florida 9-14

Gators confident, ready to face Vols
Patrick MacCoon, Staff Writer

With the third Saturday in September just a day away, final preparations are underway for the No. 18 Florida Gators (2-0, 1-0), who head into Knoxville looking to extend their series-winning streak to eight games over the No. 23 Tennessee ...

Opinion

Use reasoning in presidential choice
Preston Peeden, Associate Editor

With less than sixty days remaining until the presidential election, I feel compelled to ask one simple question. No, I don't go around asking who my friends are voting for, but rather I ask them "why are you voting ...