Week Zero
Overview of Programming
Dr. Cate Denial
Monday, August 14th and Tuesday, August 15th
Exploring a Pedagogy of Kindness
Monday, August 14th
10:00 am - 11:15 am: Keynote and Q&A
University Center, Auditorium
1:30 pm - 2:30 pm: Syllabus Workshop
University Center, Chickamauga Room
Tuesday, August 15th
Further conversations regarding Cate’s work on Pedagogy of Kindness are scheduled today with targeted groups.
Wednesday, August 16th
Story Exchange Debrief
Summer 2023 freshmen orientations featured story exchanges to foster student connection. This debrief will provide orientation leaders a chance to discuss this experience.
All faculty and staff are welcome, and lunch will be provided. Registration is required.
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Southern Writer's Room, UTC Library
Thursday, August 17th
Walker Center Open House
Drop by the Walker Center this afternoon for snacks, coffee, and conversation. Meet our new staff members, hear about new initiatives, and refamiliarize yourself with the wonderful resources we have available to for all UTC instructors. No registration required.
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Walker Center for Teaching and Learning, Library 433
Friday, August 18th
Faculty Hike at Lula Lake
Come out for some pre-semester self-care and enjoy a walk in the woods of a local natural treasure along with other UTC Faculty. This is open to all UTC Faculty (including faculty new in Fall of 2023).
Bring water and comfortable shoes, and the Walker Center will provide the trail mix! Please email [email protected] or [email protected] to sign up by no later than Wednesday, August 16th, at 3:00 pm.
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Lula Lake
Walker Center Week Zero Support
The Walker Center is always here to help you get your new semester started off right! Feel free to call, email, or drop by our office during our normal business hours of 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Monday - Friday.
Library, Room 433
[email protected]
423-425-4188
EXTENDED HOURS SUPPORT FOR WEEK ZERO:
During the hours of 10:00 am - 4:00 pm on Saturday, August 19th, or Sunday, August 20th, the Walker Center will offer extended support. If you need assistance, please send an email to [email protected]. We can set up a time to call or Zoom if needed.