Diversity

"UTK's mock trial team isn't just an organisation that accepts diversity; here, we celebrate it. UTMT is a place where people of all majors, races, faiths, sexual orientations, and gender identities can come together to learn about the law, and about each other."

-Isabella King, junior

Leadership

Being treasurer this past semester made me realize how passionate I am about serving this organization and our members. Without mock trial, I wouldn't have many of the skills I consider to be essential to my every day success. I am honored to be leading our organization this year as president. I can't wait to see where this takes me."

​-Andres Lozano, Junior

Friendship

During my 3 years in mock trial at UT, I have met dozens of amazingly gifted and outrageously funny friends who have now become family. As my senior season is upon me, it saddens me to know my time arguing imaginary court cases will soon come to a close, however I can rest assured that the relationships I have made within this organization will outlive even the fondest memories of destroying an opposing council's cross. I am incredibly blessed."

-Taylor Massey, Junior

Challenge

Mock trial prepares you for the real world. Time management, having people count on you - you learn all of that, and you have to learn it fast. But once you do, you never forget it." 

-Alec Coffman, Freshman

Meaningful Work

One of my top personal values is meaningful work. The things we do in mock trial perfectly embody meaningful work because as we work on cases, we develop our sense of self, creativity, personal knowledge, confidence, and communication skills. The skills I am gaining through mock trial will benefit me for the rest of my life and I couldn't be more thankful for that."

​-Kennedy Elaine Sanders, freshman

InVOLvement

"UT mock trial has not only given me the opportunity to meet some incredible people on campus, but it has given me the skills I need to get involved in other organizations on campus. Since mock trial is a public speaking competition, I have become more comfortable speaking in front of others. This skill set has translated into opportunities such as serving in leadership roles in my sorority, as well as running for SGA Vice President on the Banks-Marsh campaign. The public speaking skills and knowledge of the law I have gained through mock trial outweighs any class, and I'm so grateful for the opportunity to be involved in this organization."

-Kiersten Marsh, Sophomore