Welcome Week
Welcome Week 2024 (Aug 18-24)
Welcome Mocs! Whether you are joining us for the first time or returning to campus, we are excited to welcome you to the Fall 2024 semester with a fun-filled week of events and activities! Campus Departments and Student Organizations are still finalizing our Welcome Week calendar, so check back soon for an exciting list of events! Follow the Office of Student and Family Engagement on instagram @utc_engage to stay connected or email Laura Petrus at [email protected] with any questions.
Events are open to ALL currently enrolled UTC students and are FREE unless otherwise noted. If you need accommodations to participate in an event, please reach out to the event contact listed for each event.
*Pre-registration may be required for some events. Please check the event description for more information.
Sunday, Aug 18
- Wesley Worship and Lunch at First Centenary/The Vine, 10:45 a.m.-1 p.m.
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You're invited to join the congregation of First Centenary UMC for worship followed by a free lunch for all college students. Meet up at the corner of Oak and Houston Streets, across from the Johnson Obear apartments. You've even got two opportunities, because they're doing it again on the 25th! First Centenary is one of the United Methodist Churches in Chattanooga who support the Wesley Center as a part of their outreach.
Location: First Centenary UMC/The Vine: Oak and Houston Street
Contact: Rev. Keith Moore, [email protected]
Sponsor: The Wesley Center
- Sweet Tea with Sherese: Soul Food Brunch, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
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Welcome to UTC and welcome to the Sweet Tea with Sherese Soul Food Brunch! Join students from all over campus as we help to kick off Welcome Week with good food, fellowship, and making new friends! During this time, you will get to meet and eat with UTC faculty, staff, and students. The time will be filled with networking and games. Free gifts while supplies last!
Location: Lupton Hall First Floor
Contact: Tara Mathis, [email protected]
Sponsor: Office of Multicultural Affairs
- Transfer Meet Up, 6:30-7 p.m.
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Did you transfer this semester? Meet up with other transfer students and go to Oak Street Roast together!
Location: Top of Cardiac Hill/ Outside Pfeiffer Hall
Contact: Crystal Edenfield, [email protected]
Sponsor: Student Success Programs
- Mass and Dinner, 6:30-8 p.m.
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Every Sunday and Wednesday evening at 6:30 pm at the Catholic Student Center we welcome any and all students to join us for Catholic Mass, where we seek to encounter Jesus in scripture, prayer, and the Eucharist. Following Mass we also invite students to join us for a free meal. It is here that our community is brought together by sacramental unity.
Location: 514 Palmetto St.
Contact: Jack Kaley, [email protected]
Sponsor: UTC Catholic
- Oak Street Roast, 7-9 p.m.
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Join us for one of UTC's longest standing traditions: Oak Street Roast! This Welcome Week kickoff event is a big campus block party with food, fun, games, music, and more! This is an event you won't want to miss!
Location: Chamberlain Field
Contact: Laura Petrus, [email protected]
Monday, Aug 19
- The Hub Space at The House, 8 a.m.-10 p.m.
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The Hub is a gathering space in the middle of campus completely dedicated for college students to study, hang out, play games, and enjoy free coffee and snacks. The House is a Christian ministry on campus dedicated to bringing college students a deeper love and knowledge of Jesus
Location: 650 McCallie Ave
Contact: Kirsten Hyde, [email protected]
Sponsor: The House
- First Day of School Photo Booth, 8:30-10:30 a.m.
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Come take a first day of school photo to send to your family! We’ll have coffee and refreshments available too.
Location: BCM Building - 540 Vine Street
Contact: Steven Johnston, 423-645-4027
Sponsor: Baptist Collegiate Ministry
- Learn How to Print, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
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Drop by for a few minutes to learn all about printing in the library and across campus. Printing experts will be available between 9:00am and 5:00pm to help you when you need it!
Location: Library First Floor
Contact: Nora Ketron, [email protected]
Sponsor: UTC Library
- Learn About the Library and Recommend your Favorite Reads! 10 a.m-12 p.m.
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What books do you want to see at the UTC Library? We want to hear from you! Librarians will be on hand to take your suggestions and answer any questions you may have about what the UTC Library has to offer. We can even get you connected to over 4,000 audiobooks, e-books, and magazines on the spot!
Stop by the Chamberlain Field entrance to the UTC Library to learn how to access all of our amazing content.
Location: Library First Floor, Chamberlain Entrance
Contact: Al Salatka, [email protected]
Sponsor: UTC Library
- Wesley Welcome, 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m.
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Your friends at Wesley want to welcome you back to campus, so stop by the Wesley Center on your way to or from class on Monday the 19th for some free food and something cold to drink! You can also sign up for our email list, and register to win one of our door prizes that evening at Wesley's open house and shrimp boil (drawing begins at 8pm, and you must be present to win).
Location: The Wesley Center: 607 Douglas Street
Contact: Rev. Keith Moore, [email protected]
Sponsor: The Wesley Center
- Snowcones on the Lawn, 1-3 p.m.
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Celebrate your first day with a FREE snowcone at the BCM
Location: BCM Building - 540 Vine Street
Contact: Steven Johnston, 423-645-4027
Sponsor: Baptist Collegiate Ministry
Connect with this event in MocSync
- Clumpies Ice Cream Social, 1 p.m.-4 p.m.
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If you're on the west side of campus on the first day of class, even if you're not, you should head over to First Centenary UMC / The Vine and grab some Clumpies ice cream from the truck! They'll be in front of The Vine on Oak Street. It's really a perfect deal. you can hit up the Wesley Center for a free hot dog, and then go to the Vine for some dessert!
Location: First Centenary UMC/The Vine: Oak and Houston Street
Contact: Rev. Keith Moore, [email protected]
Sponsor: The Wesley Center
- Tour the UTC Library, 2-2:45 p.m.
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Take a tour of the UTC Library to learn about all the Library has to offer. Find your favorite study spot, discover the resources available to you, and get to know our services that will support you throughout your time at UTC. Tours will meet near the Library entrance at the Check Out desk.
Location: Meet at the Library Check Out Desk (1st Floor)
Contact: Bo Baker, [email protected]
Sponsor: UTC Library
- Tour the UTC Library, 5-5:45 p.m.
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Take a tour of the UTC Library to learn about all the Library has to offer. Find your favorite study spot, discover the resources available to you, and get to know our services that will support you throughout your time at UTC. Tours will meet near the Library entrance at the Check Out desk.
Location: Meet at the Library Check Out Desk (1st Floor)
Contact: Bo Baker, [email protected]
Sponsor: UTC Library
- Men's Burger Night, 5-7 p.m.
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New students come Join us for a home cooked burger and plenty of games.
Location: 947 Vine Street
Contact: Jason Morris, [email protected]
Sponsor: Cru
- Women's Tacos and Trivia, 5-7 p.m.
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Ladies, join us at the First Pres Student Center right behind the Johson O'Bear apartments for a night of Tacos and Trivia.
Location: 535 McCallie Avenue
Contact: Jason Morris, [email protected]
Sponsor: Cru
- Wesley's Open House and Shrimp Boil, 6-8:30 p.m.
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To kick off the semester, we're having our second annual open house and shrimp boil! We'll have a delicious low country boil with shrimp, taters, corn, and sausage. Be sure to register to win one of our door prizes when you arrive, or earlier during the day when you stop by our Wesley Welcome to grab a hot dog and some sweet tea! The drawing begins at 8, and students must be present to win.
Location: The Wesley Center: 607 Douglas Street
Contact: Rev. Keith Moore, [email protected]
Sponsor: The Wesley Center
- The Well, 7-8 p.m.
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Our first gathering of the semester. We’ll meet to worship, learn from the Word, and fellowship. We’ll follow up the night with some Late Night Bowling together.
Location: BCM Building - 540 Vine Street
Contact: Steven Johnston, 423-645-4027
Sponsor: Baptist Collegiate Ministry
- Soundwaves Pool Party, 7-9:30 p.m.
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Join us for our annual Welcome Week pool party! Our talented DJ will be making waves in this once-a-year event. Swim, float, and slide into darkened waters with a laser light show and neon lights illuminating the night. Free pizza, drinks, and swag! All students are welcome! Free! No registration required! All students must have a valid Mocs card to enter.
Location: ARC Pool
Contact: Chelsey Voigt, [email protected]
Sponsor: Campus Recreation
- UTC Men's Ultimate 2024-2025 Inagural Practice, 8-10 p.m.
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Please join UTC Men's Ultimate as we kick off our 2024 season! This first practice will be a great chance to meet the team, learn the sport, and discover what makes UTC Swamp so awesome! NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED!
Location: UTC IM Complex (499 Oneal Street)
Contact: Jared Beazley, 615-516-6657
Sponsor: Utc Men's Ultimate
Tuesday, Aug 20
- Coffee and Donuts with Wesley, 7:30-9 a.m.
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Look for us in front of the building Tuesday morning, August the 20th, and have a quick breakfast on us! We’ll have coffee, tea, and hot chocolate.
Location: The Wesley Center: 607 Douglas Street
Contact: Rev. Keith Moore, [email protected]
Sponsor: The Wesley Center
- The Hub Space at The House, 8 a.m. - 10 p.m.
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The Hub is a gathering space in the middle of campus completely dedicated for college students to study, hang out, play games, and enjoy free coffee and snacks. The House is a Christian ministry on campus dedicated to bringing college students a deeper love and knowledge of Jesus
Location: 650 McCallie Ave
Contact: Kirsten Hyde, [email protected]
Sponsor: The House
- Veteran and Military Affairs (VMA) Open House and Supply Drop, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
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Veteran and Military Affairs (VMA) would like to take the opportunity to welcome you back to campus! Come join in the celebration and grab a bite to eat (Lunch), pick up an Enrichment Package courtesy of Scrappy's Cupboard, and get those much-needed school supplies donated by our partners at The Infinite Warrior Foundation on Tuesday, August 20, 2024!
The VMA Open House & Supply Drop will be available between the hours of 9am-3pm in our office (Hoper Hall 102). While you are here meet our VMA Student Ambassadors, get a tour of the military-connected spaces, socialize, check-out your Tech For Vets technology for the new term, and grab those free school supplies and snacks!
Pizza will be promptly served around noon so grab a slice while it's hot (first come, first served).
Location: Hooper Hall 102
Contact: Robert Dorsett, [email protected] or 423-425-4663
Sponsor: Veteran and Military Affairs
- Learn How to Print, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
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Drop by for a few minutes to learn all about printing in the library and across campus. Printing experts will be available between 9:00am and 5:00pm to help you when you need it!
Location: Library First Floor
Contact: Nora Ketron, [email protected]
Sponsor: UTC Library
- Learn About the Library and Recommend your Favorite Reads! 10 a.m-12 p.m.
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What books do you want to see at the UTC Library? We want to hear from you! Librarians will be on hand to take your suggestions and answer any questions you may have about what the UTC Library has to offer. We can even get you connected to over 4,000 audiobooks, e-books, and magazines on the spot!
Stop by the Chamberlain Field entrance to the UTC Library to learn how to access all of our amazing content.
Location: Library First Floor, Chamberlain Entrance
Contact: Al Salatka, [email protected]
Sponsor: UTC Library
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- Tour the UTC Library, 11-11:45 a.m.
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Take a tour of the UTC Library to learn about all the Library has to offer. Find your favorite study spot, discover the resources available to you, and get to know our services that will support you throughout your time at UTC. Tours will meet near the Library entrance at the Check Out desk.
Location: Meet at the Library Check Out Desk (1st Floor)
Contact: Bo Baker, [email protected]
Sponsor: UTC Library
- Chattanooga Sports Welcome Bash, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
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Get ready for an epic welcome back party, UTC students! Your very own Mocs Athletics, in partnership with the Chattanooga Lookouts (Double-A affiliate of the Cincinnati Reds), and the Chattanooga Football Club (MLS Next Pro member), are throwing a campus bash you won't want to miss! Dive into exciting games, meet your favorite athletes, and join us for a day packed with fun and excitement!
Location: Chamberlain Field
Contact: Hannah Mitchell, [email protected]
Sponsor: Athletics
- Taco Tuesday, 12-3 p.m.
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Take a break from class and grab a fresh taco from the folks at First Centenary UMC! They'll be out on the Corner of Oak and Houston Streets (across from the Johnson Obear apartments) from noon 'til 3pm on Tuesday, August 20th.
Location: First Centenary UMC/The Vine: Oak and Houston Street
Contact: Rev. Keith Moore, [email protected]
Sponsor: The Wesley Center
- Tech Petting Zoo, 1-3 p.m.
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Visit the 3rd floor of the Library to discover the cool gear available to you at the Studio. All Mocs are welcome, regardless of major, status, or experience-level. Even if you’ve never 3D-printed or used A/V equipment before, that's no problem - this is the event for you! Studio staff will be available to answer any questions about how to use the tech, how to make consultation appointments, how to reserve the recording suites, and any other questions you may have.
Location: Library Third Floor Atrium
Contact: Sarah Kantor, [email protected]
Sponsor: UTC Library
- Transfer Tee Shirt Give-A-Way, 2-3 p.m.
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Grab your tee shirt exclusively for Transfer Mocs!
Location: Top of Cardiac Hill/ Outside Pfeiffer Hall
Contact: Crystal Edenfield, [email protected]
Sponsor: Student Success Programs
- Pop in on SSS, 2-4 p.m.
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We want to give you a taste of what SSS* is all about! Open to all UTC students! If you are a part of SSS, we look forward to seeing you again! If you are new to us, we look forward to meeting you! Either way, come grab a snack and play a game! *SSS is a program designed to serve low-income students (receiving Pell as part of their financial aid), first-generation college students (neither parent has a 4-year degree), and students with disabilities.*
Location: 739 McCallie Ave
Contact: Melissa Laseter, [email protected]
Sponsor: Student Support Services
- Tour the UTC Library, 3-3:45 p.m.
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Take a tour of the UTC Library to learn about all the Library has to offer. Find your favorite study spot, discover the resources available to you, and get to know our services that will support you throughout your time at UTC. Tours will meet near the Library entrance at the Check Out desk.
Location: Meet at the Library Check Out Desk (1st Floor)
Contact: Bo Baker, [email protected]
Sponsor: UTC Library
- International Tea Time, 3-4:30 p.m.
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Join the UTC Center for Global Education for tea, cookies, games, and good company! Come meet international and domestic students and learn about upcoming Center for Global Education events this semester.
Location: Lupton Hall First Floor
Contact: Kelsey Simoni, [email protected]
Sponsor: Center for Global Education
- RUF Large Group, 7:45-9 p.m.
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RUF is a place where students can come with questions, find fellowship with others, worship God, serve others, and grow in their knowledge of Jesus and His love for them. Join us and see what RUF is about!
Location: 535 McCallie Ave
Contact: Davis Mooney, 423-255-6862; [email protected]
Sponsor: Reformed University Fellowship (RUF)
- The House Worship, 8-9:30 p.m.
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Gather with your peers in the heart of campus each Tuesday night for a worship service designed for you. The House is a Christian ministry on campus dedicated to bringing college students a deeper love and knowledge of Jesus.
Location: 650 McCallie Ave
Contact: Kirsten Hyde, [email protected]
Sponsor: The House
- Club Lupton, 8-10 p.m.
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Get to know the offices on the first floor of Lupton Hall with games, food, and music!
Location: Lupton Hall First Floor
Contact: Chris Bridgers, [email protected]
Sponsors: Student and Family Engagement, Office of Multicultural Affairs, Center for Women & Gender Equity, Center for Global Education, Prism Center
Wednesday, Aug. 21
- The Hub Space at The House, 8 a.m-10 p.m.
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The Hub is a gathering space in the middle of campus completely dedicated for college students to study, hang out, play games, and enjoy free coffee and snacks. The House is a Christian ministry on campus dedicated to bringing college students a deeper love and knowledge of Jesus
Location: 650 McCallie Ave
Contact: Kirsten Hyde, [email protected]
Sponsor: The House
- Learn How to Print, 9 a.m - 5 p.m.
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Drop by for a few minutes to learn all about printing in the library and across campus. Printing experts will be available between 9:00am and 5:00pm to help you when you need it!
Location: Library First Floor
Contact: Nora Ketron, [email protected]
Sponsor: UTC Library
- Good S'morning at the Wesley Center, 9:30-11 a.m.
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Start your day off right, With S'mores! Stop by Wesley on your way to class and make an ooey gooey s'more. the folks from First Centenary UMC will have everything you need to start your day in the most delightfully messy way.
Location: The Wesley Center: 607 Douglas Street
Contact: Rev. Keith Moore, [email protected]
Sponsor: The Wesley Center
- Learn About the Library and Recommend your Favorite Reads! 10 a.m-12 p.m.
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What books do you want to see at the UTC Library? We want to hear from you! Librarians will be on hand to take your suggestions and answer any questions you may have about what the UTC Library has to offer. We can even get you connected to over 4,000 audiobooks, e-books, and magazines on the spot!
Stop by the Chamberlain Field entrance to the UTC Library to learn how to access all of our amazing content.
Location: Library First Floor, Chamberlain Entrance
Contact: Al Salatka, [email protected]
Sponsor: UTC Library
- Goat Yoga, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
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The Center for Wellbeing and the Office of Student and Family Engagement are bringing GOAT YOGA to UTC! Goat Yoga is exactly how it sounds- yoga with goats! Join us, and these sweet little goats, on Chamberlain Field to de-stress with this fun, refreshing and energizing experience. We hope to see you there! Sign-up will be required for participation. Check back soon for the sign-up link!
Location: Chamberlain Field
Contact: Megan McKnight, [email protected]
Sponsor: Center for Wellbeing
- Free Welcome Bag with Registration at the Writing & Communication Center (WCC), 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
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Drop by the Writing and Communication Center (Library room 118) to register for a free account and learn how you can get online or in-person writing help. Bonus: the first 50 registrants will receive a small gift bag with snacks and swag!
Location: Library 118
Contact: Beth Leahy, [email protected]
Sponsor: UTC Library
- BCM Wednesday Lunch, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
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Each Wednesday, we enjoy a home cooked meal sponsored by a local church. Your first time is free…only $2 after that!
Location: BCM Building - 540 Vine Street
Contact: Steven Johnston, 423-645-4027
Sponsor: Baptist Collegiate Ministry
- Tour the UTC Library, 11-11:45 a.m.
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Take a tour of the UTC Library to learn about all the Library has to offer. Find your favorite study spot, discover the resources available to you, and get to know our services that will support you throughout your time at UTC. Tours will meet near the Library entrance at the Check Out desk.
Location: Meet at the Library Check Out Desk (1st Floor)
Contact: Bo Baker, [email protected]
Sponsor: UTC Library
- Title IX Confidence, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
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Join the Office of Title IX Compliance to test your knowledge and play Title IX Confidence during Welcome Week. Title IX Confidence tests your knowledge about consent, sexual misconduct, gender based violence, stalking, as well as support and resources offered by the university. Play the game by spinning the wheel to answer a question and win a snow cone from Pelican's. The first 300 people will receive a snow cone and a swag bag. Find us outside at the Power C in between the University Center and Brock Hall.
Location: Power C in front of the University Center
Contact: Hannah Jacky, [email protected]
Sponsor: Title IX
- Counseling Center Open House, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
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UTC's Counseling Center is hosting an Open House Event for all students on Wednesday, August 21st from 11:00AM to 1:00PM! Join us on the 3rd floor of the University Center for FREE food, games, prizes, and goodies! Get to know our staff, learn about what services we offer, and tour the center. Students will also have an opportunity to have their voices heard by providing suggestions and feedback for the center.
Location: University Center Room 338
Contact: Sara Broom, [email protected]
Sponsor: UTC Counseling Center
- Wesley's Burgers on Demand, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
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Who say's there's no free lunch?! Not us, that's for sure. Take a break from your first week of classes to enjoy a hot fresh burger cooked on the Wesley Center's massive charcoal grill. we'll be serving up lunch from 11:30-1pm.
Location: The Wesley Center: 607 Douglas Street
Contact: Rev. Keith Moore, [email protected]
Sponsor: The Wesley Center
- Connect with Health Services: Free Care Kits with Thermometers, Snacks, and More, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
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Visit University Health Services (UHS) to connect with your providers and nurses, explore our services, and enjoy some free goodies. You can find us in Maclellan Gym Room 205 across Terrell Owens Way when you exit the University Center by the Mocs One Center. Stop by to pick up a care kit with tissues, a thermometer, and tips for treating viruses at home, and don't miss out on our free snacks!
Location: University Health Services, Maclellan Gym Room 205
Contact: Yasmine Key, [email protected]
Sponsor: University Health Services (UHS)
- URaCE Welcome Week Social, 12-1:30 p.m.
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Join the Office for URaCE at our Welcome Week event! Enjoy refreshments, learn about undergraduate research opportunities, get free SWAG, and make new friends.
Location: Chamberlain Pavilion
Contact: Kate Devore, [email protected]
Sponsor: Office for Undergraduate Research and Creative Endeavor (URaCE)
- Scrappy's Market, 12-2 p.m.
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Welcome Back UTC Community! Returning once again is our bi-weekly, fresh produce market: Scrappy's Market. Please visit us for our first event of the semester on Wednesday August 21, 2024 from 2 - 4 pm on Vine Street for free, fresh produce. Scrappy's Market is UTC's FREE, bi-weekly, fresh produce market! Markets will be hosted every other week, with alternating days of the week and times. Most events will take place in the UC except during Welcome Week and Homecoming. Event is available to students, faculty, and staff. Students with financial concerns can connect with Student Outreach and Support ([email protected]; 423-425-2299) for additional resources.
Location: Vine Street
Contact: Latisha Hubbard, [email protected]
Sponsor: Scrappy's Cupboard, Mocs Dining
- 360 Photo Booth, 12-3 p.m.
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Bring a friend and enjoy a UTC 360 video experience! We will have props on hand to ensure you get the most lively video possible. Guests will receive a digital copy of their experience to share across all social media platforms. 360 degree Academic Support starts with CASA!
Location: Chamberlain Plaza (near Starbucks)
Contact: Brad Bond, [email protected]
- Geology Open House, 5-7 p.m.
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The Geology Program is hosting their annual open house on the 2nd floor of Grote Hall. Stop by and learn about the Geology Club, get your hands dirty with fun activities, and put you rname in for a door prize! See more details on MocSync about the fun and free activities!
Location: 2nd floor of Grote Hall
Contact: Amy Brock-Hon, [email protected]
Sponsor: Geology Program (Department of Biology, Geology, and Environmental Science); UTC Geology Club
- Tour the UTC Library, 6-6:45 p.m.
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Take a tour of the UTC Library to learn about all the Library has to offer. Find your favorite study spot, discover the resources available to you, and get to know our services that will support you throughout your time at UTC. Tours will meet near the Library entrance at the Check Out desk.
Location: Meet at the Library Check Out Desk (1st Floor)
Contact: Bo Baker, [email protected]
Sponsor: UTC Library
- Wesley's Potting Party, 6-8 p.m.
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Wesley's Potting Party - plant a friend for your dorm room! Stop by and take home your own little piece of the Wesley Center's giant jade plant to keep you company while you study and relax in your dorm room this year. Last year we were caught off guard by the demand, so we've got at least twice as many ready to go this year! We'll have everything you need to pick out your succulent little friend, decorate its home, and get it potted up.
Location: The Wesley Center: 607 Douglas Street
Contact: Rev. Keith Moore, [email protected]
Sponsor: The Wesley Center
- Men's Soccer Club Tryouts, 6-8 p.m.
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Join UTC's Men's Soccer Club is excited to announce tryouts for the upcoming season! We invite all interested players to showcase their skills and join our dynamic team. Tryouts will be held on August 21 and 23. There is a $10 fee to try out.
Whether you're a seasoned player or looking to make your mark, this is your chance to become part of UTC's soccer family. Please arrive at least 15 minutes early to complete registration and warm up. Bring your A-game, your enthusiasm, and be ready to compete!
We look forward to seeing you on the field!
Location: UTC Intramural Fields: 1101 Oak St, Chattanooga TN.
Contact: Justice Cardenas, [email protected]
Sponsor: Men's Club Soccer
- Mock Trial, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
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Want to gain skills for your future career while making friends and traveling? Then join us to find more information on UTC Mock Trial. Do you like to publicly speak or would like to learn? We are the club for you! Do you like to act? We are the club for you! This event will explain all the need-to-know information to join mock trial!
Location: University Center
Contact: Nikki Maneiro, [email protected] or 931-259-1659
Sponsor: UTC Moc Trial Team
- Mass and Dinner, 6:30-8 p.m.
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Every Sunday and Wednesday evening at 6:30 pm at the Catholic Student Center we welcome any and all students to join us for Catholic Mass, where we seek to encounter Jesus in scripture, prayer, and the Eucharist. Following Mass we also invite students to join us for a free meal. It is here that our community is brought together by sacramental unity.
Location: 514 Palmetto St.
Contact: Jack Kaley, [email protected]
Sponsor: UTC Catholic
- Headphone Dance Party, 8-10 p.m.
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Dance like no one is watching in a sensory-friendly environment at Headphone Dance Party!
Upon arrival, participants will sign in, retrieve a pair of event headphones, choose between different music stations provided by our live DJs, and party on! It is going to be the loudest party that can’t be heard!
Location: Chamberlain Field
Contact: Erica Hausler, [email protected]; Hayleigh Weissenbach, [email protected]
Sponsor: Disability Resource Center, Mosiac Program
Thursday, Aug 22
- The Hub Space at The House, 8 a.m.-10 p.m.
The Hub is a gathering space in the middle of campus completely dedicated for college students to study, hang out, play games, and enjoy free coffee and snacks. The House is a Christian ministry on campus dedicated to bringing college students a deeper love and knowledge of Jesus
Location: 650 McCallie Ave
Contact: Kirsten Hyde, [email protected]
Sponsor: The House
- Learn How to Print, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Drop by for a few minutes to learn all about printing in the library and across campus. Printing experts will be available between 9:00am and 5:00pm to help you when you need it!
Location: Library First Floor
Contact: Nora Ketron, [email protected]
Sponsor: UTC Library
- Learn About the Library and Recommend your Favorite Reads! 10 a.m-12 p.m.
What books do you want to see at the UTC Library? We want to hear from you! Librarians will be on hand to take your suggestions and answer any questions you may have about what the UTC Library has to offer. We can even get you connected to over 4,000 audiobooks, e-books, and magazines on the spot!
Stop by the Chamberlain Field entrance to the UTC Library to learn how to access all of our amazing content.
Location: Library First Floor, Chamberlain Entrance
Contact: Al Salatka, [email protected]
Sponsor: UTC Library
- Free Welcome Bag with Registration at the Writing & Communication Center (WCC), 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Drop by the Writing and Communication Center (Library room 118) to register for a free account and learn how you can get online or in-person writing help. Bonus: the first 50 registrants will receive a small gift bag with snacks and swag!
Location: Library 118
Contact: Beth Leahy, [email protected]
Sponsor: UTC Library
- Tye Dye Thursday with CASA, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
Pop in to CASA to learn about our services, have tasty popcorn and ice cream, and create a one of a kind tie dye bag while supplies last!
Location: Chamberlain Plaza (outside of Starbucks) and Library 335
Contact: Amy Beal, [email protected]
- Crossroads Cookout, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Have lunch at Crossroads for our cookout! There will be games, prizes, and more! You must have a meal plan to enter or you can pay the door rate for lunch at $9.75.
Location: Crossroads
Contact: Jayli Harris, [email protected]
Sponsor: Mocs Dining
- Souper Thursday, 12-2 p.m.
Join us this Thursday for our weekly free lunch - Souper Thursday! We start serving at noon, and we keep it out until we run out (or 5PM rolls around, whichever comes first). This week's menu: August 22nd, Chicken and Rice. We'll also have bread, salad, and free iced tea and coffee on hand.
Location: The Wesley Center: 607 Douglas Street
Contact: Rev. Keith Moore, [email protected]
Sponsor: The Wesley Center
- Live On Resource Fair, 1-3 p.m.
The beginning of the year can be very hectic! Our Campus has lots of resources out there available to student's that they don't always utilize until something happens. This resource fair is to provide students with what they have access to as a student and help them navigate the different challenges they may experience while living on campus or while attending UTC.
Location: Heritage Plaza
Contact: Sabrina Sims, [email protected]
Sponsor: Housing and Residence Life
- Tour the UTC Library, 2-2:45 p.m.
Take a tour of the UTC Library to learn about all the Library has to offer. Find your favorite study spot, discover the resources available to you, and get to know our services that will support you throughout your time at UTC. Tours will meet near the Library entrance at the Check Out desk.
Location: Meet at the Library Check Out Desk (1st Floor)
Contact: Bo Baker, [email protected]
Sponsor: UTC Library
- Student Coalition Open Event for Sustainable Activism, 2:30-3:30 p.m.
Open meet of Student Coalition interested in Climate Activism and Urban Development projects on Campus
Location: UC Building 353 Chickamauga Room
Contact: Dr. Susan Eckelmann, [email protected]
- Games Galore, 3-5 p.m.
Stop by LIB Room 101 to decompress from first-week stress by playing your favorite board or card game. We will highlight the library's expanded game collection (available to borrow with your Mocs card!) and introduce you to your new favorite pastime.
Location: Library 101
Contact: Nora Ketron, [email protected]
Sponsor: UTC Library
- Pre-Health Block Party, 3-5 p.m.
Help us kick off the semester with a block party. Pre-Health advising will be hosting a block party with some great summer treats as well as a chance to meet ALL the pre-health clubs at UTC:
- Pre-Medical Society
- Pre-Dental Society
- Pre-Veterinary Society
- Pre-PA Club
- Pre-Optometry Club
- OPT (Occupational and Physical Therapy) Club
- AFG (Advovates for Graduates)
- RAM (Remote Area Medical) Club
We will also have the Erlanger Service Learning Program as our special guests. Not only can you meet new friends and reconnect with old friends, but you can learn how to gain clinical experiences at UTC!
Location: Heritage Plaza
Contact: Theresa Blackman, [email protected]
Sponsor: Pre-Health Professions Advising
- Tour the UTC Library, 5-5:45 p.m.
Take a tour of the UTC Library to learn about all the Library has to offer. Find your favorite study spot, discover the resources available to you, and get to know our services that will support you throughout your time at UTC. Tours will meet near the Library entrance at the Check Out desk.
Location: Meet at the Library Check Out Desk (1st Floor)
Contact: Bo Baker, [email protected]
Sponsor: UTC Library
- Cupcake Bar and Tie Dye, 6-9 p.m.
We've got cupcakes and all the toppings along with free T-shirts and all the tie-dye supplies you'll need to create a masterpiece. All you have to bring is your imagination!
Location: The Wesley Center: 607 Douglas Street
Contact: Rev. Keith Moore, [email protected]
Sponsor: The Wesley Center
- Mock Trial, 7:30-8:30 p.m.
Want to gain skills for your future career while making friends and traveling? Then join us to find more information on UTC Mock Trial. Do you like to publicly speak or would like to learn? We are the club for you! Do you like to act? We are the club for you! This event will explain all the need-to-know information to join mock trial!
Location: University Center
Contact: Nikki Maneiro, [email protected] or 931-259-1659
Sponsor: UTC Moc Trial Team
- Cru Weekly Meeting, 7-8:15 p.m.
The weekly gathering of Cru is kicking off! Join us for worship, teaching, and community.
Location: EMCS Building Benwood Auditorium
Contact: Jason Morris, [email protected]
Sponsor: Cru
- Bonfire with UTC Catholic, 7:30-10 p.m.
Join us for a warm and welcoming start to the new school year with our Welcome Week Bonfire! The UTC Newman Center invites all students, regardless of faith or religious outlook, to come together for an evening of fun, food, and community.
Location: 514 Palmetto St.
Contact: Jack Kaley, [email protected]
Sponsor: UTC Catholic
- Welcome Back Cookout, 8-10 p.m.
Welcome back to campus! Join us for an interactive cookout with great music and great food!
Location: Chamberlain Field
Contact: Christopher Stokes, [email protected]
Sponsor: Office of Multicultural Affairs
Friday, Aug 23
- The Hub Space at The House, 8 a.m.-10 p.m.
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The Hub is a gathering space in the middle of campus completely dedicated for college students to study, hang out, play games, and enjoy free coffee and snacks. The House is a Christian ministry on campus dedicated to bringing college students a deeper love and knowledge of Jesus
Location: 650 McCallie Ave
Contact: Kirsten Hyde, [email protected]
Sponsor: The House
- Learn How to Print, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
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Drop by for a few minutes to learn all about printing in the library and across campus. Printing experts will be available between 9:00am and 5:00pm to help you when you need it!
Location: Library First Floor
Contact: Nora Ketron, [email protected]
Sponsor: UTC Library
- RUF Free Coffee Friday, 9:30-11:30 a.m.
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Bring a friend and come get some free coffee with us! Walk over to Cadence Coffee (11 E 7th St - A 5 min walk from campus) anytime from 9:30-11:30am, order a drink, and let them know to put it on the RUF tab! See you there!
Location: Cadence Coffee: 11 E. 7th St
Contact: Davis Mooney, 423-255-6862; [email protected]
Sponsor: Reformed University Fellowship (RUF)
- Tour the UTC Library, 10-10:45 a.m.
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Take a tour of the UTC Library to learn about all the Library has to offer. Find your favorite study spot, discover the resources available to you, and get to know our services that will support you throughout your time at UTC. Tours will meet near the Library entrance at the Check Out desk.
Location: Meet at the Library Check Out Desk (1st Floor)
Contact: Bo Baker, [email protected]
Sponsor: UTC Library
- Learn About the Library and Recommend your Favorite Reads! 10 a.m-12 p.m.
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What books do you want to see at the UTC Library? We want to hear from you! Librarians will be on hand to take your suggestions and answer any questions you may have about what the UTC Library has to offer. We can even get you connected to over 4,000 audiobooks, e-books, and magazines on the spot!
Stop by the Chamberlain Field entrance to the UTC Library to learn how to access all of our amazing content.
Location: Library First Floor, Chamberlain Entrance
Contact: Al Salatka, [email protected]
Sponsor: UTC Library
- Free Welcome Bag with Registration at the Writing & Communication Center (WCC), 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
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Drop by the Writing and Communication Center (Library room 118) to register for a free account and learn how you can get online or in-person writing help. Bonus: the first 50 registrants will receive a small gift bag with snacks and swag!
Location: Library 118
Contact: Beth Leahy, [email protected]
Sponsor: UTC Library
- Outdoor Chattanooga Networking Event and Mesa de Español, 12-1 p.m.
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For this first meeting of the "Mesa de Español", we will have a guest speaker from Outdoor Chattanooga, who will talk to us about their programming, internship and volunteer opportunities, especially for Spanish speakers. The meeting will be held primarily in Spanish, but if you want to learn more about Outdoor Chattanooga and don't speak Spanish, please do still attend and we will have interpreters present! Free pizza while supplies last!
Location: Lupton 239 (MCLL Language Lab)
Contact: Hilary Browder-Terry / Brandee Strickland, [email protected] or [email protected]
Sponsor: Modern & Classical Languages and Literatures, Life Out Loud
- Tour the UTC Library, 2-2:45 p.m.
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Take a tour of the UTC Library to learn about all the Library has to offer. Find your favorite study spot, discover the resources available to you, and get to know our services that will support you throughout your time at UTC. Tours will meet near the Library entrance at the Check Out desk.
Location: Meet at the Library Check Out Desk (1st Floor)
Contact: Bo Baker, [email protected]
Sponsor: UTC Library
- Bento Sushi Grand Opening, 2-4 p.m.
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Head to the UC Food Court to sample our new location. First 50 orders between 2pm - 4pm will recive Mocs Dining chopsticks!
Location: UC Food Court
Contact: Jayli Harris, [email protected]
Sponsor: Mocs Dining
- CAS Welcome Bash!, 2-4 p.m.
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If your major is in the College of Arts and Sciences, come get to know your department over some FREE Clumpies ice cream!
Location: Lupton 120 (the large open space on the first floor of Lupton Hall)
Contact: Mckenzi Marlow, [email protected]
Sponsor: The College of Arts and Sciences
- Pop in on SSS, 2-4 p.m.
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We want to give you a taste of what SSS* is all about! Open to all UTC students! If you are a part of SSS, we look forward to seeing you again! If you are new to us, we look forward to meeting you! Either way, come grab a snack and play a game! *SSS is a program designed to serve low-income students (receiving Pell as part of their financial aid), first-generation college students (neither parent has a 4-year degree), and students with disabilities.*
Location: 739 McCallie Ave
Contact: Melissa Laseter, [email protected]
Sponsor: Student Support Services
- Wings and Things, 6-8 p.m.
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Wrap up Welcome Week with free chicken WINGS and a whole lotta THINGS to do. Meet new friends, eat good food, participate in some fly activities. The House is a Christian ministry on campus dedicated to bringing college students a deeper love and knowledge of Jesus.
Location: 650 McCallie Ave
Contact: Kirsten Hyde, [email protected]
Sponsor: The House
- Men's Soccer Club Tryouts, 6-8 p.m.
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Join UTC's Men's Soccer Club is excited to announce tryouts for the upcoming season! We invite all interested players to showcase their skills and join our dynamic team. Tryouts will be held on August 21 and 23. There is a $10 fee to try out.
Whether you're a seasoned player or looking to make your mark, this is your chance to become part of UTC's soccer family. Please arrive at least 15 minutes early to complete registration and warm up. Bring your A-game, your enthusiasm, and be ready to compete!
We look forward to seeing you on the field!
Location: UTC Intramural Fields: 1101 Oak St, Chattanooga TN.
Contact: Justice Cardenas, [email protected]
Sponsor: Men's Club Soccer
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- Glow-In-One, 8-10 p.m.
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Join RHA for glow-in-the-dark mini golf! We will have a variety of yard games, snacks, and music for you to celebrate the completion of week one. Games will begin at 8 p.m., Signs Up to Play will start at 7:45 p.m.
Location: University Center Tennessee Room
Contact: Jay McCue, [email protected]
Sponsor: Residence Hall Association
Saturday, Aug 24
- The Hub Space at The House, 8 a.m.-10 p.m.
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The Hub is a gathering space in the middle of campus completely dedicated for college students to study, hang out, play games, and enjoy free coffee and snacks. The House is a Christian ministry on campus dedicated to bringing college students a deeper love and knowledge of Jesus
Location: 650 McCallie Ave
Contact: Kirsten Hyde, [email protected]
Sponsor: The House
- RUF Pancake Breakfast, 9-10:30 a.m.
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Bring a friend, come eat some pancakes (and other breakfast foods), meet other students, and hear more about RUF! Stop by 535 McCallie Ave (A 3 min walk from the UTC Library) anytime from 9-10:30am. See you there!
Location: 535 McCallie Ave
Contact: Davis Mooney, 423-255-6862; [email protected]
Sponsor: Reformed University Fellowship (RUF)
- Trivia Night, 7-9 p.m.
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Join us for fun, friends and lots of trivia! Do you have what it takes to top the leaderboard?
Location: University Center Tennessee Room
Contact: Chris Bridgers, [email protected]
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