Residential Curriculum

Learning Goals and Objectives (WSE Pillars) 

Wellness 

For many students, living on campus for the first time offers them the first opportunities to independently take personal responsibility for their actions and decision-making. We are committed to helping students develop the skills to live independently in manner that is safe, healthy, and supportive of their ongoing growth and development. 

Wellness Objectives 

• Residents shall be able to identify resources on campus that can assist with their personal well-being.  
• Residents shall develop skills to help them engage in conflict resolution. 
• Residents shall be able to understand the importance of responsible decision making and shall hold themselves accountable for the actions they make. 
• Identify best practices for personal development (Independent Living) both currently and in the future.
• Develop a basic understanding of financial literacy.
• Connect with resources to support their holistic wellbeing.

Scholarship 

In conjunction with the Academic Mission of the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, we believe fostering academic success in the residence halls will lead to greater student retention and persistence to graduation. Effective scholarship starts by successfully navigating the transition from high school to college and continues as students explore their chosen course of study and potential career opportunities. 

Scholarship Objectives              

• Residents shall be able to identify resources on campus that can help them succeed academically.
• Residents shall be able to make a personal connection with at least 1 faculty member during their time living on campus. 
• Residents shall develop skills and engage with resources on campus that will help them in major exploration and in the post-graduation career. 
• Participate in deeper exploration into their own academic programs.
• Begin to explore opportunities to prepare oneself for their post-undergraduate career (ex: Jobs, internships, etc.).
• Connect with resources to help support their academic persistence.   

Engagement 

Students do not have to go through college alone. The on-campus experience poses many opportunities for students to engage with their Resident Assistant, their peers, the campus community, and greater Chattanooga community. 

Engagement Objectives 

• Residents shall be able to identify who their RA is and what their role in the community is. 
• Residents shall attend at least one event in the residence hall each semester that allows them to connect with other residents in the community. 
• Residents shall develop a sense of belonging to the UTC community by attending events happening in the greater campus community and getting involved in student organizations. 
• Residents shall be given opportunities to go off-campus and engage with the local Chattanooga community as well as the Greater East Tennessee community. 
• Connect with their Peer Advocate and Resident Assistant, who serve as a resource, mentor, and source of support for them. 
• Develop the confidence and skills to increase their involvement on-campus.
• Participate in opportunities to give back to the Greater Chattanooga community through service-learning.