University of Tennessee
Materials Science & Engineering Department


Powerpoint Karaoke
Knoxville, TN, May 5, 2025





Undergraduate and graduate students, faculty and friends gathered at IAMM for a round of powerpoint Karaoke.


Kyle kicked things off with a compelling argument for ice cream, part color, part invincible super hero


Becan elaborated on the resemble between the symbol for radioactive waste and fidget spinners, noting the synergistic qualities that arise when the two meet.


Findley wowed the audience with his convincing description of a worldwide conspiracy in which rats have already begun their conquest of mankind. For his dedication to exposing this insidious plot, Findley was awarded "Best PPT Karaoke Presenter".


Jakob alerted those gathered to the oft-overlooked fact that bastions of existentialist thought are not limited to the traditional voices of old.


Alfredo joyously announced that our beloved Prof. Peter Liaw had finally won the Nobel Prize for Chemistry, for work that included subjecting the Holy Grail to structural analysis at the Spallation Neutron Source.


Megan perfected the "short answer" style as a critical element of information control in her advocacy for her favored candidate for the office of UNiCorn Vice President, whatever that is.


Ronan demonstrated a variety of hissing techniques. In the Q&A portion of his presentation, he shared the hypnotic dance that best accompanies successful hissing. For this performance, Ronan was awarded "Most Enthusiastic PPT Karaoke Presenter".


Long time friend of the department, Dr. Bryan Chakoumakos waxed eloquent on the many unique qualities that he could bring to the papal office.


Jocelyn pulled back the curtain on the secret forces behind MSE Brain Rot. This amazing slide by Alfredo was rightly awarded "Best PPT Karaoke Slide".


Nathan conjured visions of ways to improve the aerodynamic shape of the cybertruck by adding lobster claws to it. Look for it on the streets of Knoxville soon.


Dr. Rawn made an impassioned plea for students to consider the emotional impacts of the pranks they play on their devoted faculty advisors.


Rebecca concluded the event with a moving paean to Emma, the most bestest, most fluffiest, most amazing, most goodiest, most beautiful, fluffiest and perfect babygirl puppy dog ever!

Thanks to all who attended for making the Materials Science and Engineering Department at the University of Tennessee a special community.

More photos on the Keffer research group site.