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Welcome Week
Welcome Mocs! Whether you are joining us for the first time or returning to campus, we are excited to welcome you to the Fall 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, August 17, 2025
- Soul Food Brunch, 12-2 p.m.
Join the Office of Multicultural Affairs and enjoy good food and fellowship! Network and play games with UTC faculty, staff, and students.
Location: First Floor of Lupton Hall
MocSync Event:
Sponsor: Office of Multicultural Affairs
Event Contact: Christopher Stokes, [email protected]
- Oak Street Roast, 7-9 p.m.
Monday, August 18, 2025
- Welcome Tables, 8-11:30 a.m.
Welcome to the start of the Fall 2025 semester! We're so glad you're here! Stop by one of our Welcome Tables on the way to class and meet some UTC faculty and staff, learn information about Welcome Week, get help navigating campus, and grab a bottle of water and some snacks!
Locations: Top of Cardiac Hill at Oak Street, Heritage Plaza, Vine Street by Library
Sponsor: Office of Student and Family Engagement
Event Contact: Laura Petrus, [email protected]
- Psychology Welcome Week Drop In, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Hello Psych students! Start your semester off right by swinging by the Psychology Department on the 3rd floor of 540MC during the 1st week of classes for free (yes, free!) coffee, bagels, donuts, and popcorn throughout the day. No pressure, no lectures — just chill vibes, snacks, and a chance to meet your profs outside the classroom.
Come for the snacks – stay for the fun activities, including a daily raffle for “meaningful” prizes. It’s a great chance to meet the people behind the syllabi, learn more about the Department, and connect with fellow students.
Let’s kick off the semester with caffeine, carbs, and connections! We look forward to seeing you! #UTCPsychIsAwesome
Location: 540MC Third Floor
Sponsor: Psychology
Event Contact: Judy Gallagher, [email protected]
- Student Meet and Greet with Chancellor Bruce, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Students are invited to a special event to kick off the first day of classes! Joins us on Chamberlain Field for an opportunity to meet our esteemed Chancellor Bruce and enjoy some delicious pizza. This is a fantastic chance to connect while enjoying a casual atmosphere filled with fun and camaraderie. Don't miss out on this exciting occasion. We look forward to seeing you there and making unforgettable memories together at UTC!
Location: Chamberlain Field
MocSync Event: https://mocsyncorgs.utc.edu/event/11358719
Sponsor: Office of the Chancellor
Event Contact: Tonya Love, [email protected]
- Men's Homemade Burger Night, 5-7 p.m.
Men, come grab a burger, play some games, and learn more about Cru on campus.
Location: 947 Vine Street
MocSync Event: https://mocsyncorgs.utc.edu/event/11355227
Sponsor: Cru
Event Contact: Jason Morris, [email protected]
- Women's Taco Night, 5-7 p.m.
Ladies, join us for this fun event to kick off the school year at the First Pres Youth Building.
Location: 554 McCallie Ave
MocSync Event: https://mocsyncorgs.utc.edu/event/11355217
Sponsor: Cru
Event Contact: Savannah Merritt, [email protected]
- Soundwaves Pool Party, 7-10 p.m.
Join Campus Recreation during our annual Welcome Week pool party! Float in the lazy river or take a ride down the water slide! There will be a DJ, food, drinks and more!
Location: Aquatic and Recreation Center Pool
MocSync Event:
Sponsor: Campus Recreation
Event Contact: Kate Dennis, [email protected]
Tuesday, August 19, 2025
- Welcome Tables, 8-11:30 a.m.
Welcome to the start of the Fall 2025 semester! We're so glad you're here! Stop by one of our Welcome Tables on the way to class and meet some UTC faculty and staff, learn information about Welcome Week, get help navigating campus, and grab a bottle of water and some snacks!
Locations: Top of Cardiac Hill at Oak Street, Heritage Plaza, Vine Street by Library
Sponsor: Office of Student and Family Engagement
Event Contact: Laura Petrus, [email protected]
- Veteran & Military Affairs (VMA) Open House & Supply Drop, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
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 community partners Tuesday, August 19, 2025!
Location: Hooper Hall 102
MocSync Event: https://mocsyncorgs.utc.edu/event/11346188
Sponsor: Veteran and Military Affairs
Event Contact: Robert Dorsett, [email protected]
- Psychology Welcome Week Drop In, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Hello Psych students! Start your semester off right by swinging by the Psychology Department on the 3rd floor of 540MC during the 1st week of classes for free (yes, free!) coffee, bagels, donuts, and popcorn throughout the day. No pressure, no lectures — just chill vibes, snacks, and a chance to meet your profs outside the classroom.
Come for the snacks – stay for the fun activities, including a daily raffle for “meaningful” prizes. It’s a great chance to meet the people behind the syllabi, learn more about the Department, and connect with fellow students.
Let’s kick off the semester with caffeine, carbs, and connections! We look forward to seeing you! #UTCPsychIsAwesome
Location: 540MC Third Floor
Sponsor: Psychology
Event Contact: Judy Gallagher, [email protected]
- SnoCone Social, 1:30-3:30 p.m.
Join Mocs Recovery for a sweet start to the semester! Enjoy free ✨🍧 snocones 🍧✨ (limited to the first 100 students) and explore the Mocs Recovery Lounge — a welcoming space for relaxing, socializing, and studying. Whether you're in recovery, supporting someone who is, or just curious, everyone is welcome. Bring a friend and come say hi!
Location: Mocs Recovery Lounge at Stacy Town Center
MocSync Event: https://mocsyncorgs.utc.edu/event/11352836
Sponsor: Mocs Recovery
Event Contact: Kat James, [email protected]
- International Tea Time and International Student Welcome Reception, 3-4:30 p.m.
Join the UTC Center for Global Education and the Office of Multicultural Affairs as they team up to welcome International students to campus in an joint event for Welcome Week. This event is welcome to ALL of the UTC community not just international students.
Location: First Floor of Lupton Hall
MocSync Event: https://mocsyncorgs.utc.edu/event/11321752
Sponsor: Center for Global Education
Event Contact: Kelsey Simoni, [email protected]
- Club Lupton, 7-9 p.m.
Join the Center for Global Education, Center for Women and Gender Equity, Office of Multicultural Affairs, Office of Student and Family Engagement, and the Prism Center for a fun-filled night of music, dancing, and snacks!
Location: First Floor of Lupton Hall
MocSync Event:
Sponsors: Center for Global Education, Center for Women and Gender Equity, Office of Multicultural Affairs, Office of Student and Family Engagement, and the Prism Center
Event Contact: Kidron Bullock, [email protected]
Wednesday, August 20, 2025
- Goat Yoga, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. *Pre-registration Required
The Center for Wellbeing and 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, to de-stress with this fun, refreshing and energizing experience. We hope to see you there! Pre-registration is required and will open soon.
Location: Chamberlain Field
Registration: Coming soon!
Sponsor: Center for Wellbeing
Event Contact: Megan McKnight, [email protected]
- Psychology Welcome Week Drop In, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Hello Psych students! Start your semester off right by swinging by the Psychology Department on the 3rd floor of 540MC during the 1st week of classes for free (yes, free!) coffee, bagels, donuts, and popcorn throughout the day. No pressure, no lectures — just chill vibes, snacks, and a chance to meet your profs outside the classroom.
Come for the snacks – stay for the fun activities, including a daily raffle for “meaningful” prizes. It’s a great chance to meet the people behind the syllabi, learn more about the Department, and connect with fellow students.
Let’s kick off the semester with caffeine, carbs, and connections! We look forward to seeing you! #UTCPsychIsAwesome
Location: 540MC Third Floor
Sponsor: Psychology
Event Contact: Judy Gallagher, [email protected]
- URaCE Welcome Week Social, 12-1:30 p.m.
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 Plaza Library Courtyard
MocSync Event: https://mocsyncorgs.utc.edu/event/11346833
Sponsor: Office for Undergraduate Research and Creative Endeavor
Event Contact: Kate Devore, [email protected]
- Scrappy's Market, 2-4 p.m.
Kick off the semester with FREE produce. Sponsered by MOCs Dining and Scrappy's Cupboard, returning this fall is everyone's favorite, Scrappy's Market! Scrappy's Market is UTC's Free, Fresh Produce Market. Events will be hosted every two weeks and take place on Vine Street; rain locations and dates listed on MocSync.
Location: Vine Street
MocSync Event: https://mocsyncorgs.utc.edu/event/11333725
Sponsors: Scrappy's Cupboard, Mocs Dining, Student Outreach and Support
Event Contact: Tish Hubbard, [email protected]
- Tea and Cake with Project Canterbury, 3-5 p.m.
From 3 to 5 PM, Project Canterbury will be hosting a free tea and cake event to kick off the new semester. Pop in for a minute, stay for a while, meet new people, and feel refreshed after a long day of first classes. Project Canterbury is a student ministry on campus associated with Christ Church Episcopal, serving students in the Chattanooga region. Whether you are new to the faith or a long-time member, we are an affirming ministry that welcomes all!
Location: 663 Douglas St, Christ Church Episcopal Garden
MocSync Event: https://mocsyncorgs.utc.edu/event/11362021
Sponsor: Project Canterbury
Event Contact: Brandon Pruitt, [email protected]
- Headphone Dance Party, 8-10 p.m.
Dance like no one is watching in this sensory-friendly environment! Attendees will borrow a pair of event headphones and choose between different music stations provided by live DJs and party on! Glow items and snacks available while supplies last!
Location: Chamberlain Field
MocSync Event:
Sponsors: Disability Resource Center, Mosaic Program, Office of Student and Family Engagement
Event Contact: Erica Hausler, [email protected]
Thursday, August 21, 2025
- Psychology Welcome Week Drop In, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Hello Psych students! Start your semester off right by swinging by the Psychology Department on the 3rd floor of 540MC during the 1st week of classes for free (yes, free!) coffee, bagels, donuts, and popcorn throughout the day. No pressure, no lectures — just chill vibes, snacks, and a chance to meet your profs outside the classroom.
Come for the snacks – stay for the fun activities, including a daily raffle for “meaningful” prizes. It’s a great chance to meet the people behind the syllabi, learn more about the Department, and connect with fellow students.
Let’s kick off the semester with caffeine, carbs, and connections! We look forward to seeing you! #UTCPsychIsAwesome
Location: 540MC Third Floor
Sponsor: Psychology
Event Contact: Judy Gallagher, [email protected]
- Consent-a-thon, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Join the consensual conversation on the lawn! We'll be out on Chamberlain Circle with interactive activities to learn about consent and win great PRIZES and free food! Together, we can make talking about consent the norm at UTC!
Location: Chamberlain Circle
MocSync Event: https://mocsyncorgs.utc.edu/event/11345212
Sponsor: Center for Wellbeing and Title IX
Event Contact: Jami Hargrove, [email protected]
- On-Campus Job Fair, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Join Career Connections at this event to meet with on-campus departments and employers looking to hire student workers and see what on-campus jobs are available!
Location: First Floor of Lupton Hall
MocSync Event:
Sponsor: Career Connections
Event Contact: Kristin Pope, [email protected]
- Cru Weekly Meeting, 7:30-8:45 p.m.
We are kicking off the school year with our first weekly worship gathering! Come learn how to get involved this semester.
Location: Engineering and Computer Science Building: Benwood Auditorium
MocSync Event: https://mocsyncorgs.utc.edu/event/11355284
Sponsor: Cru
Event Contact: Jason Morris, [email protected]
- Welcome Back Cookout, 8-10 p.m.
Welcome back to campus! Join the Office of Multicultural Affairs for an interactive cookout with great music and great food!
Location: Chamberlain Field
MocSync Event:
Sponsor: Office of Multicultural Affairs
Event Contact: Christopher Stokes, [email protected]
Friday, August 22, 2025
- College of Arts and Sciences Welcome Bash 2025, 2-4 p.m.
CAS Majors! Meet your department and beat the heat with a snowy treat! If your major is in the College of Arts and Sciences, stop by Heritage Plaza for a free Pelican's Snoball and a chance to meet your department. Please make sure to sign in at the check-in table when you arrive!
Location: Heritage Plaza
MocSync Event: https://mocsyncorgs.utc.edu/event/11351176
Sponsor: College of Arts and Science
Event Contact: Mckenzi Marlow, [email protected]
- Grocery Bingo, 6-8 p.m.
Join Student Government Association (SGA) and the Office of Student Outreach and Support and play bingo for a chance to win a bag of groceries, snacks, supplies, and more! Only one prize per student. Not all students are guaranteed to win.
Location: First Floor of Lupton Hall
MocSync Event:
Sponsors: Student Outreach and Support and Student Government Association
Event Contact: Tish Hubbard, [email protected]
- UTC Jones Observatory Open House: MOCs Under the Stars, 8-10 p.m.
Join us at the UTC Jones Observatory for an open house. Come learn about the historic observatory, watch a free planetarium show, and if it’s a clear night, look through the historic telescope at objects in the night sky. Only for the UTC community. Come early as seating is limited. Best parking is on the eastern side of the observatory in the lot behind Brainerd United Methodist Church.
Location: UTC Clarence T. Jones Observatory, 10 N. Tuxedo Ave.
MocSync Event: https://mocsyncorgs.utc.edu/event/11359844
Sponsor: Department of Physics and Astronomy, UTC Astronomy Club, Society of Physics Student
Event Contact: Steven Kline, [email protected]
Check back soon as we finalize our calendar and add EVEN MORE events!