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The Central Program Council is the primary source for student programming at the University of Tennessee. As a leader in campus programming, we seek to provide dynamic and purposeful co-curricular programs that promote the educational, cultural, recreational, and personal development of all students. CPC is an important part of campus life and the Knoxville community, drawing thousands of people to our numerous events throughout the year. From politics to ballet, blockbuster films to fine art, CPC brings interesting pundits and performers from around the globe. Also, CPC is responsible for carrying on some of UT's oldest traditions, such as All-Sing and Homecoming.

Student InVOLvement Fair

In conjunction with WELCOME WEEK 2008- “Come One, Come Vol”, the Student InVOLvement Fair will be held on Friday, August 22nd from 10am-2pm on the Humanities Pedestrian Walkway.

Sponsored by the Office of Student Activities- Student InVOLvement Fair is an excellent opportunity for student organizations to get the word out about who they are and what they do on campus, as well as distribute information and recruit new members. Don’t miss this opportunity to reach out to new and returning students and help others become active members of the UT community!

To reserve a table at this year’s Student InVOLvement Fair:

  • Send an email to kerri@utk.edu by Wednesday, August 13th. In the email, please include:
    • Student Organization Name
    • Contact Person/ Representative
    • Email Address
    • Phone Number
  • Gather materials and create a creative display of your organization’s events and activities for your table at the fair!

Each student organization registered for this event will receive 1 table and 2-3 chairs. Access to electricity will not be provided. On the day of the fair- Friday, August 22nd, check-in for student organizations will begin at 9:45am. Upon arrival, organizations will be directed to their randomly assigned table.

For more information and/or questions, please contact the Office of Student Activities at 974-5455 or kerri@utk.edu.

Posted by Exec. - Monday, Jul. 14, 2008

Battle of the Bands Application Released

Applications for the 22nd Annual Battle of the Bands are now avaliable online. The competition will take place Thursday, August 21st, 2008 from 6:00-8:00 in the Humanities Ampitheatre. To be elligible for competition, at least half of each band must be enroled as full-time UT students, and each band is also required to play some original material. Applications are due Friday, August 1st at 5pm and should be turned in to the Office of Student Activites, 305 University Center. Selections will be announced by Friday, August 8th.

Posted by CEB - Tuesday, Jul. 1, 2008

Zakir Hussain and the Masters of Percussion Moved to Tennessee Theatre

Due to a sudden unavoidable conflict in Cox Auditorium, the performance by Zakir Hussain and the Masters of Percussion has been moved to the beautiful Tennessee Theatre.

The Tennessee Theatre is located in downtown Knoxville at 604 South Gay Street. Free parking will be available after 6pm in the State Street Garage located behind the Tennessee Theatre. Your current tickets will be accepted at the door. However, seating will be on a “first come, general admission” basis.

If you have special seating requirements or preferences, please call Ashleigh Moyer at (865) 974-5455. The Cultural Attractions Committee is very thankful for your support of their cultural and performing arts events. Please accept our apologies for any inconvenience this change in venue may cause. We continue to look forward to this incredible show and to seeing you there.

Posted by CAC - Wednesday, Apr. 2, 2008

CPC Present's MTV's Rock the Vote

It’s time for the UT campus to rock…the vote that is. On the week of March 10-12 , MTV’s Rock the Vote is coming to UT.

Since 1990, MTV’s Rock the Vote program has been encouraging young voters to participate in the political process and exercise their right to vote. The Central Program Council, the Howard Baker Center for Public Policy, CPC Issues Committee, CPC Women’s Coordinating Council, CPC Film Committee, Honors Council, Student Senate, Student Government Association, Political Science Department, College Republicans and College Democrats are working together to sponsor “Rock the Vote” Week.

On Tuesday, students will have to chance to voice their opinions about the political process and the upcoming election during a Speak OUT on the Pedestrian Walkway from 11:00-1:30. In the afternoon, Dr. Anthony Nownes will lead a session on “So, What is a Lobbyist Anyway?” in the I-House Great Room at 3:30. That night, the College Republicans will show the film Mr. Conservative: Goldwater on Goldwater in the UC Room 221.

The week will conclude on Wednesday with the MTV Rock the Vote program “The Impact and Importance of the Youth Vote” at the UC Auditorium at 5:00. The program will go in-depth into the make-up of democracy and highlight the importance of the college aged vote. This one-hour, non-partisan program is hosted by MTV “Real World” and “Road Rules” stars. Throughout the week, there will be voter registration tables on the Pedestrian Walkway, the UC Plaza and in Presidential Courtyard.

For more information on any of the events during “Rock the Vote” week, please contact Ashley Moyer at amoyer@utk.edu, Gavin Luter at dluter@utk.edu or Courtney Warden at cwarden@utk.edu.

Posted by Exec. - Monday, Mar. 10, 2008

Issues Membership Drive Extended

The Issues Committee has extended the deadline for it's membership applications to February 22nd.

Posted by Issues - Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2008

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Contact CPC

Student Activities Office
305 University Center
1502 Cumberland Avenue
Knoxville, Tennessee 37996
Email: cpc1@utk.edu

Advisor: Anton Reece
Email: areece@utk.edu