"Stomp Out Stigma"
Free Concert supporting College Mental Health Awareness
Tuesday, October 6th, 2009
4pm - 9pm
Presidential Courtyard
FEATURED ACT:
JAYSTORM (voted Best of Knoxville 2008 by MetroPulse)
in concert with JACKSON MOHR.
PLUS: "Stroll-Off Competition" performed by the UT Chapter of the National Pan-Hellenic Council, Inc.
Schedule:
4:00pm – 4:15pm Welcome and Announcements - Introduction of Jaystorm
4:15pm – 5:30pm Jaystorm performs
5:30pm – 6:00pm Announcements - Remarks from Shawn Turner (NPHC)
Shawn will present check to NAMI (Rebecca Gill)
6:00pm – 7:00pm Scroll Competition – All groups (Shawn Turner to introduce)
7:00pm – 7:10pm Announcements – ODS and Counseling Center
7:10pm – 7:55pm Jaystorm performs
7:55pm – 9:00pm Announce money raised from stroll competition
Closing Announcements and Breakdown
*As of 10/5/09
Stomp Out Stigma promotes college student mental health awarness and provides an opportunity for students to enjoy music, vote for their favorite UT stroll group, learn about resources in the community, relax and have fun. The event is free. Stop by for the music, performances, door prizes, and giveaways!
The STOMP OUT STIGMA Free Concert for College Mental Health Awareness will bring several hundred students to Presidential Court for an outstanding evening of fine music, shopping, dining, contests, door prizes and free goodies. With your support, we can spread the word about avoiding common stressors, recognizing triggers, and finding help to stay healthy!
Parking:
We will be using the Staff Lot 28 near Presidential Court for parking. It is located behind the Office of Equity and Diversity. You can go to the link to the campus map at: http://www.utk.edu/maps/buildings/. Click on the button for “Presidential Court” under Residential then hit the “display” button; when you find Presidential Court, look to the right of the building to see Equity and Diversity then Staff Lot 28. There will be a $5 fee per car to park.
Sponsored by the Knoxville Chapter of the Alliance on Mental Illness along with event partners VolAware, UT Office of Disability Services, and the UT Chapter of the National Pan-Hellenic Council, Inc.