Stories, Tales and Adventures – The Appalachian Way - Bring a sack lunch and join Bill Landry for a day of adventure and learning about our southern Appalachian heritage. Sort out old sayings, stories and tales, in a backcountry setting where nature abounds. We’ll find an old rock wall or cabin porch to sit upon or walk and talk down a quiet path, probably both. April 21, June 2 & August 4

Early Settlers – Their Heritage and Dialect - Journey back to the days of early cove and hillside settlement with award-winning author and columnist, Sam Venable in a session on mountain ways, traditions and southern Appalachian dialect. This talented speaker and writer will share his view of a past way of life as you sharpen your skills in expressing your perspective of the culture and traditions of the southern highlands. May 12 & June 16

Early Settler Mountain Cooking - Join Walter Lambert and friends for a fun day of southern Appalachian style cooking in the midst of the Great Smokies. Chef Walter will share his knowledge of ‘old-timey delights’ with participants as he cooks with a Dutch oven and a blackened iron skillet or two. June 23 & September 8

Naturalist Workshop and Day Hike - Join thirty-year veteran Field School instructors, Joel and Kathy Zachry, for a day (morning workshop followed by hike) packed with stories, information and examples of the diversity of nature found within our Smokies. After learning about intriguing plants and animal life and how to avoid dangerous encounters, we’ll head outside and put the newly-learned skills to good use. We’ll search for overturned rocks and logs, tracks, scat piles and other evidence of who lives among these mountains while we exchange ideas on gear and our favorite trails. June 16

Wilderness First Aid - Whether you’re hiking, biking, camping, fishing or just generally enjoying the great outdoors, accidents can happen. This class is designed to provide basic first aid procedures to handle many field emergencies. In addition to learning first aid treatment for the most common backcountry emergencies found in wilderness and remote areas, learn leadership skills in how to manage a backcountry emergency incident.  May 19

Bears and Hogs of South Cherokee - Learn the biology, life history, management objectives and the challenges of managing black bears and wild hogs on the south Cherokee Wildlife Management Area.
April 21 & May 12

Learn how to capture those special idiosyncrasies with Caricatures Made Easy. Caricaturist Mr. Ollie will teach the tricks of the trade for creating fun and quick caricatures.

Find your inner Schultz or Watterson with Cartooning. Learn the secret methods and techniques used by professional cartoonists.

Learn a new technique with Playing with Copper. Create unique jewelry while learning copper smithing techniques. All tools and materials are included, plus no prior experience is necessary.

Express yourself with Still Life Painting in Oil, Acrylic and/or Watercolor. Grow as an artist and learn how to make a simple still life dynamic.

Make something beautiful with Wire Jewelry Making. Learn techniques to create stunning pieces using chainmaille, Viking knit and crochet wire.

Persian/Iranian Cuisine
Iran has been a melting pot of civilizations between Asia and Europe or more than three thousand years. The nation’s culture has developed rich and diverse philosophical, artistic, scientific, religious and culinary traditions. Come enjoy learning the culture, with an introduction to cooking its cuisine. The class will be instructed by Chef Donna Parang from Bella Luna, skilled in the art of Persian and Iranian foods.

French Cuisine
Delve in the richness of French Cuisine. Experience the geography of the country, traditions, special holidays, food and dishes native to France. Enjoy an introduction to the French style of cooking by preparing an authentic meal. The class will be instructed by chef Deron Little from Seasons Cafe, skilled in the art of French cuisine.

Korean Cuisine
Truly Authentic Korean cooking taught by our own Dr. Youn-Kyung Kim. Learn Korean culture, be introduced to the traditional culinary style and prepare an ethnic centered meal.

Italian Cuisine
Learn the culture as well as the cuisine with the preparation of an ethnic centered meal. The class will be instructed by Chef Christin Love from Bella Luna, skilled in the art of Italian cuisine.

Irish Cuisine
Special guest, Chef Garrett Scanlan, will be teaching the skills of cooking with Irish flair.  Come learn Irish culture; be introduced to the art of Irish cooking and prepare an authentic meal. Garrett Scanlan is a European trained Master Chef who has worked in top restaurants and hotels in Ireland, Britain, France, Switzerland and the Bahamas before immigrating to the United States.  A lifelong member of the ACF and AAC, Chef Scanlan is also a former member of the Irish Culinary Olympic Team.  Chef Scanlan is currently the host and presenter of the hit PBS series ’90 Miles with Chef Garrett’ and owner of ‘Garrett’s Downtown Deli’ with two locations in the Knoxville area.

Liberian Cuisine
Situated on the west coast of Africa, Liberian cooking is steeped in local traditions. Palavah Hut’s lead chef, skilled in Liberian cuisine, will teach the class.

Japanese (sushi) Experience the rich sushi culture of Japan while mastering unique culinary techniques. Learn to make sushi from a chef of one of Knoxville’s leading sushi restaurants, Nama. The class will cover three types of sushi prepared in the traditional manner.

German Cuisine
Rich hearty German cooking brought to you by Chef Edgar Herrmann, once executive Chef at Legends Country Club. Chef Herrmann brings his expertise to the culinary classroom. Learn German culture and cuisine while preparing a traditional meal.

All classes are $99 and taught at the Culinary Institute at University of Tennessee. Classes meet on Saturdays from January through March.

Register to start your journey today!

One of these programs is the Phlebotomy Technician Program. This program teaches collection of blood specimens from clients for the purpose of laboratory analysis.

See what recent students have had to say about the class and the instructor John Ritter:

I highly recommend this program for anyone who is interested in Phlebotomy. The instructor, John Ritter was very knowledgeable and through in class. It was well worth the drive just to attend.

P. Huffman-Browning, Kingsport, TN

It’s worth the Money!

Instructor was very helpful, and a fountain of knowledge pertaining to Phlebotomy.

I really enjoyed it. John is the best teacher I have ever had.

R. McCarter, Newport, TN

John was the best teacher I have ever had. He has made me want to do better for myself. Couldn’t have asked for a better teacher or programs.

I feel completely confident going out into the work field of phlebotomy. After taking the phlebotomy course at UT, I know I will do my job correctly.

B. Humphrey, Knoxville, TN

I feel confident in all the procedures dealing with blood. The phlebotomy tech program at UT was a really helpful and a success. I can’t wait to take all I learned and put it into action out in the work force.

T. Lambdin, Knoxville, TN

This course with Mr. Ritter was so much fun, totally exceeded my expectations, and I wish I could take it over and over again!

The phlebotomy class instructed by John Ritter was a wonderful class. He had knowledge that surpassed my expectations!

P. Daniels, Cocke County

Find out more about this class and the Professional Development’s other Health Care Certificate Programs at information sessions; Thursday, January 5 and Tuesday, January 10. E-mail utnoncredit@utk.edu or call (865) 974-0150 for more information.

First Place went to Genna Seller’s photo Two Close to Home:

Two Close to Home - Genna Sellers

Second place was also taken by Genna Sellers with her photo Dock in the Bay:

Dock in the Bay - Genna Sellers

Third place was  Rick Elliot’s Shots on the Bar:

Shots on the Bar - Rick Elliot

Honorable Mention goes to Tommy Botello with Beaty in Light:

Beauty in Light - Tommy Botello

Don’t forget to check out the Photography Certificate Program’s Facebook Group where current/former students and instructors keep the photography conversation going.

The University of Tennessee has had a close relationship with Appalachian Bear Rescue since its inception in the early 1990s.  University staff and graduates have served as board members and advisers and the School of Veterinary Medicine has provided veterinary care for numerous bears, offering student veterinarians a rare and valuable opportunity to practice their skills and learn from these wild animals.

ABR operating as a 501 © 3 non-profit organization takes in orphaned and injured black bear cubs for rehabilitation.  Eligible bears are released back into the wild as soon as they are in good health and in accordance with guidelines established by the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency.  Many of the regional wildlife officers and Smokies park staff who transport the bears to and from the operation are also graduates of the university.  A record number of bear cubs (23) have been housed at the facility this fall due to a failure in the mast or food crop.

You have a unique opportunity to support our relationship with ABR by voting for their opportunity to acquire up to $100,000 through the Chase Community Giving program.  They need every vote possible as the program comes to a close tomorrow, Tuesday, November 22^nd at Noon EST, so time is of the essence.

The contest is on Facebook and sponsored by Chase Community Giving. (You have to accept a Chase app in order to vote - it’s easy!)

PLEASE TAKE A MINUTE TO GO TO THIS LINK AND PLACE YOUR VOTE.
Click HERE

Please share this email with anyone that will vote and help these magnificent symbols of wilderness continue to thrive!  Thank You Very Much.

- Joel and Kathy Zachry, Program Managers, Smoky Mountain Field School

Meeting Professionals International (MPI), the meeting and event industry’s most vibrant global community, helps its members thrive by providing human connections to knowledge and ideas, relationships, and marketplaces. MPI membership is comprised of more than 23,000 members belonging to 71 chapters and clubs worldwide. The vision of MPI is to build a rich global meeting industry community and their mission is to make our members successful by building human connections through Knowledge/Ideas, Relationships, Marketplaces. MPI:TN is much more than “just another membership,” MPI:TN is your #1 resource for growing you and your profession! With over 300 members, MPI:TN’s mission is to make our members successful. For more information about MPI: TN, meetings and networking opportunities visit their website.

Our next meeting and event planning classes start in January.

Who should attend?

• This program will be helpful to individuals working at resorts, hotel management, corporations, hospitals, nonprofit organizations and meeting venues.

• Individuals working with convention and conferences, weddings, fundraisers, sporting events, fairs and social functions.

• Anyone seeking a comprehensive introduction to the field of meeting and event planning.

• Individuals working in related fields such as catering, hospitality, lighting and audio/visual sound.

Required Courses

Meeting & Event Planning (10-week course)

Contracts for Event Planners (6 classroom hours)

Meeting and Event Planning Budgeting (6 classroom hours)

Electives (choose two)

Food & Beverage (6 classroom hours)

Site Selection (6 classroom hours)

Certified Meeting Planner (CMP)

Preparation Course (6 classroom hours)

Dr. Al Hazari was recently on WBIR Channel 10’s Live at Five at Four program demonstrating a little of what to expect at the show.

The show is this Tuesday, October 18 from 7-8pm at 555 Dabney-Buefhler Hall. Admission is free, however in recognition of the theme, “Chemistry—Our Health, Our Future!” a donation of a bar of soap for those in need is requested. For more information call 865-974-1065.

This past summer Dr. Al Hazari taught Fun With Forensics: Adventures In Chemistry for KidsU.  The class became investigators by exploring scientific and chemical principles and techniques used to detect criminal acts. This winter Dr. Al Hazari will also a teach a Forensic Chemistry class for adults this winter. Check back with Personal Development for registration.

National Chemistry Week (NCW) is a community-based annual event that unites ACS local sections, businesses, schools, and individuals in communicating the importance of chemistry to our quality of life.

A recent study at the University of South Carolina has shown that regular exercise also strengthens the brain. A workout isn’t just for your muscles, but also for brain cells. This strengthening could possibly buffer against Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s Diseases.

Not only does exercise physically strengthen your brain it also has a positive role on mental health. Regular physical activity has been shown to increase feelings of wellbeing, reduce stress and improve sleep.

To help reach these benefits that exercise affords, Personal Development has several exercise and fitness classes starting over the next several weeks. Those interested in learning a new dance can choose from East Coast Swing Dancing or Latin Dance. If the martial arts are of interest there is Karate or Satori-Ryu-Iaido. For children interested in the martial arts this is Karate for Kids and Junior Samurai Sword. For people interested in gaining a well-rounded understanding of fitness and exercise there is Nutrition for Fitness and Sport and Introduction to the Yoga of Relationships.

Find the right exercise for you and improved your mind and body.