Welcome Week
Winter Welcome 2025 (Jan 6-12)
Welcome Mocs! Whether you are joining us for the first time or returning to campus, we are excited to welcome you to the spring 2025 semester with a fun-filled week of events and activities!
See below for a few of our events and save the date! Campus Departments and Student Organizations are still finalizing our Welcome Week calendar, so check back soon for even more fun!
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.
Monday, Jan. 6
- Learn to Print, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Learn all about printing in the library and across campus.
Location: First Floor UTC Library
Sponsor: UTC Library
Event Contact: Nora Ketron, [email protected]
- Donuts and Hot Cocoa, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
Come learn about DRC resources and grab a morning snack!
Location: Disability Resource Center (UC 352)
Sponsor: Disability Resource Center
Event Link: https://mocsyncorgs.utc.edu/event/10797439
Event Contact: Erica Hausler, [email protected]
- Welcome Tables, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Stop by to grab a snack and a warm welcome back to campus. Be sure to ask us for directions to your next class and grab a Winter Welcome schedule to take advantage of all the fun events this week.
Location: UC and Lupton Lobby Tables
Sponsor: The Office of Student and Family Engagement
Event Link: https://mocsyncorgs.utc.edu/event/10799192
Event Contact: Hannah Turcotte, [email protected]
- $2 Lunch at Christian Student Center, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Enjoy a meal cooked with love by our house mother, Mrs. Wanda! Your first time here is free!
Location: Christian Student Center: 609 Houston St.
Sponsor: Christian Student Center
Event Link: https://mocsyncorgs.utc.edu/event/10797557
Event Contact: Emily Bruce, [email protected]
- Night at the Arc, 6 p.m.-8 p.m.
Start your semester off right by visiting Campus Recreation for Night at the ARC. We’ll have pickleball and basketball available on the newly refinished courts, a F45 class at 6pm, the climbing wall, as well as open swim in the pool.
Location: Arc
Sponsor: Campus Recreation
Event Link: https://mocsyncorgs.utc.edu/event/10799246
Event Contact: Aaron Grisham, [email protected]
- Welcome Back Sing and Split, 7-8:30 p.m.
Join us for a time of singing praise followed by a guys/gals split devotional and discussion.
Location: Christian Student Center: 609 Houston St.
Sponsor: Christian Student Center
Event Link: https://mocsyncorgs.utc.edu/event/10797488
Event Contact: Emily Bruce, [email protected]
Tuesday, Jan. 7
- Veteran and Military Affairs (VMA) Operation 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, pick up an Enrichment Package courtesy of Scrappy's Cupboard, and get those much-needed school supplies donated by our various partners on Tuesday, January 7, 2025! The VMA Operation Supply Drop will be available between the hours of 9am-3pm in our office (Hooper Hall Room 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 served promptly at noon and is first-come-first-serve!
Location: Hooper Hall 102
Sponsor: Veteran and Military Affairs
Event Link: https://mocsyncorgs.utc.edu/event/10769671
Event Contact: Robert Dorsett, [email protected]
- Learn to Print, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Learn all about printing in the library and across campus.
Location: First Floor UTC Library
Sponsor: UTC Library
Event Contact: Nora Ketron, [email protected]
- SSS Waffle Welcome, 10 a.m-12 p.m.
Come by SSS for breakfast - grab a fresh waffle and catch up with SSS staff and students!
Location: Student Support Services: 739 McCallie Ave
Sponsor: Student Support Services
Event Link: https://mocsyncorgs.utc.edu/event/10798364
Event Contact: Melissa Laseter, [email protected]
- Canvas & Cocoa, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Unleash your creativity in the Mocs Recovery Lounge! We're painting mini canvases and sipping hot cocoa! Come get out of the cold and warm your creativity up!
Location: Stacy Town Center 102
Sponsor: MOCS Recovery, Center for Wellbeing
Event Link: https://mocsyncorgs.utc.edu/event/10781038
Event Contact: Kat James, [email protected]
- International Tea Time, 3-4:30 p.m
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: First Floor Lupton Hall
Sponsor: Center for Global Education
Event Link: https://mocsyncorgs.utc.edu/event/10781489
Event Contact: Kelsey Simoni, [email protected]
- Cozy Carnival, 6-8 p.m.
Join the Offices of Lupton Hall for the 3rd Annual Cozy Carnival on Tuesday, January 7 from 6 - 8PM in Lupton Hall. Enjoy music, food, winter themed attractions and a "pet rock" make and take giveaway! Supplies will be limited and given out on a first come, first serve basis. See you there!
Location: First Floor Lupton Hall
Sponsor: Office of Student and Family Engagement, Center for Women and Gender Equity, Prism Center, Office of Multicultural Affairs, Center for Global Education
Event Link: https://mocsyncorgs.utc.edu/event/10771912
Event Contact: Kidron Bullock, [email protected]
- Free Dinner and Devo, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Free dinner cooked by our lovely house mother, Mrs. Wanda, served at 6:30 followed by a devotional by our campus minister, Harrison Gibbs. Open to all!
Location: Christian Student Center: 609 Houston St.
Sponsor: Christian Student Center
Event Link: https://mocsyncorgs.utc.edu/event/10797489
Event Contact: Emily Bruce, [email protected]
Wednesday, Jan. 8
- Learn to Print, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Learn all about printing in the library and across campus.
Location: First Floor UTC Library
Sponsor: UTC Library
Event Contact: Nora Ketron, [email protected]
- Winter Wellness Wednesday, 10 a.m.- 12 p.m.
Swing by the Center for Wellbeing Lounge (UC350) and cozy up with some brunch, Icebreaker games, Happy Lights, and the ultimate massage chairs! Oh, and don’t miss out on DIY shower cubes and hand warmers—because who doesn’t love a little self-care?
Location: Center for Wellbeing Lounge, UC 350
Sponsor: Center for Wellbeing
Event Link: https://mocsyncorgs.utc.edu/event/10771644
Event Contact: Amy Kyriakidis, [email protected]
- SSS Waffle Welcome, 10 a.m-12 p.m.
Come by SSS for breakfast - grab a fresh waffle and catch up with SSS staff and students!
Location: Student Support Services: 739 McCallie Ave
Sponsor: Student Support Services
Event Link: https://mocsyncorgs.utc.edu/event/10798365
Event Contact: Melissa Laseter, [email protected]
- $2 Lunch at Christian Student Center, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Enjoy a meal cooked with love by our house mother, Mrs. Wanda! Your first time here is free!
Location: Christian Student Center: 609 Houston St.
Sponsor: Christian Student Center
Event Link: https://mocsyncorgs.utc.edu/event/10797558
Event Contact: Emily Bruce, [email protected]
- Scrappy's Market, 2-4 p.m.
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. Most events will take place in the University Center at the tabling space on the second floor. 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: UC Lobby Tables
Sponsor: Scrappy's Cupboard, Mocs Dinning, Student Outreach and Support
Event Link: https://mocsyncorgs.utc.edu/event/10780204
Event Contact: Tish Hubbard, [email protected]
- Winter Org Fair, 3-5 p.m.
Looking to get involved and join a student club or organization? Stop by our Winter Org Fair during Winter Welcome on Jan 8th from 3-5PM. Enjoy free food, giveaways, and mingle with participating organizations!
Location: UC Tennessee Room
Sponsor: Office of Student and Family Engagement
Event Link: https://mocsyncorgs.utc.edu/event/10756932
Event Contact: Laura Petrus, l[email protected]
- Free Pizza and Bible Class, 6-7:30 p.m.
Join us for pizza at 6:00 at the CSC before we walk next door to Central Church of Christ at 6:30pm for Bible Class. All welcome!
Location: Christian Student Center: 609 Houston St.
Sponsor: Christian Student Center
Event Link: https://mocsyncorgs.utc.edu/event/10797504
Event Contact: Emily Bruce, [email protected]
Thursday, Jan. 9
- Dogs & Donuts, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Take a PAWS and swing by the Mocs Recovery Lounge for Dogs & Donuts! Come interact with friendly therapy dogs and enjoy a delicious donut snack between classes. This is a perfect opportunity to shake loose those winter break blues and get ready for the new semester!
Location: Stacy Town Center 102
Sponsor: MOCS Recovery, Center for Wellbeing
Event Link: https://mocsyncorgs.utc.edu/event/10780968
Event Contact: Kat James, [email protected]
- Campus Job Fair, 12:30-2:30 p.m.
Different Campus Partners will be hosting an On Camps Job Fair opportunity for student's who are looking for Jobs for 2025-2026 opportunities. We are also looking to invite off campus housing vendors for students who are looking to live off the following year along with resources to improve a students abilities to apply for a job.
Location: Lupton Hall First Floor
Sponsor: Housing and Residence Life, Career Connections
Event Link: https://mocsyncorgs.utc.edu/event/10525900
Event Contact: Kat Mortensen, [email protected]
- Warm Welcome - Hot Cocoa & Cider Bar, 3-5 p.m.
Join the UTC Graduate School and the Graduate School Association for a cup of Hot Chocolate or Cider! Stop by to learn more about the programs offered by the Graduate School and how to get involved with GSA.
Location: UC Lobby Tables
Sponsor: Graduate School, Graduate Student Association
Event Link: https://mocsyncorgs.utc.edu/event/10799251
Event Contact: Philip Sparn, [email protected]
- Storyboard Your Success, 4-6 p.m.
Students will kick-off the semester by visualizing their goals and milestones through creative storyboarding! This hands-on workshop will encourage students to map out academic, personal, and social aspirations, turning their vision for success into a plan of action.
Location: First Floor Lupton Hall
Sponsor: Student Success Programs
Event Link: https://mocsyncorgs.utc.edu/event/10781580
Event Contact: Laurenz Howard, [email protected]
- Men's Basketball vs UNCG, 5 p.m. Tip Off
Come cheer on your Mocs as they take on UNCG.
Location: McKenzie Arena
Sponsor: Chattanooga Athletics
Event Link: https://mocsyncorgs.utc.edu/event/10678891
Event Contact: Ashley Alletto, [email protected]
- Movie Night at McKenzie featuring Twisters (2024), 7:15 p.m.
Get ready for a Movie Night in the Wolford Center in McKenzie Arena.
Following the Men's Basketball on Thursday, January 9 join us for a movie screening of TWISTERS at 7:15PM. Stop by for refreshments, giveaways, and find out who would win in a fight, a Tornado or Glen Powell! Hope to see you there. *Supplies will be limited and given out on a first come, first serve basis.
Location: Wolford Center in McKenzie Arena
Sponsor: Office of Student and Family Engagement and Chattanooga Athletics
Event Link: https://mocsyncorgs.utc.edu/event/10799340
Event Contact: Kidron Bullock, [email protected]
- Bingo Night, 7-9 p.m.
Dress for the nursing home and join us for a night of Bingo!
Location: Christian Student Center: 609 Houston St.
Sponsor: Christian Student Center
Event Link: https://mocsyncorgs.utc.edu/event/10797534
Event Contact: Emily Bruce, [email protected]Accordion content.
Friday, January 10
- SSS Game Day, 2-4 p.m.
Join us for games and fun to finish the first week of school!
Location: Student Support Services: 739 McCallie Ave
Sponsor: Student Support Services
Event Link: https://mocsyncorgs.utc.edu/event/10798368
Event Contact: Melissa Laseter, [email protected]
- RHA Grocery Bingo, 5-7 p.m.
Join RHA for Grocery Bingo! Each winner will receive a bag of grocery and household items
Location: UC Tennessee Room
Sponsor: Residence Hall Association
Event Link: https://mocsyncorgs.utc.edu/event/10772161
Event Contact: Jay McCue, [email protected]
- Acrylics & Apps, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Registration Required
Students will have the opportunity to attend a painting class with the chattery and enjoy some appetizers while painting during winter welcome week. RSVP in MocSync required as space is limited.
Location: First Floor Lupton Hall
Sponsor: Housing and Residence Life
Event Link: https://mocsyncorgs.utc.edu/event/10526136
Event Contact: Kat Mortensen, [email protected]
Saturday, January 11
- College Class and Worship, 9:30-11:30 a.m.
Join us for College Class at 9:30 and worship at 10:30! All are welcome!
Location: Christian Student Center: 609 Houston St.
Sponsor: Christian Student Center
Event Link: https://mocsyncorgs.utc.edu/event/10797536
Event Contact: Emily Bruce, [email protected]
- Men's Basketball vs VMI, 2 p.m. Tip Off
You're invited to Scrappy' s Pajama Party in the Roundhouse! FREE UTC socks to fans, while supplies lasts.
Location: McKenzie Arena
Sponsor: Chattanooga Athletics
Event Link: https://mocsyncorgs.utc.edu/event/10678943
Event Contact: Ashley Alletto, [email protected]
Sunday, January 12
- Clarence T. Jones Observatory Open House: MOCs Under the Stars, 6-8 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.
Location: 10 N. Tuxedo Ave., Chattanooga, TN 374111
Sponsor: Department of Chemistry and Physics
Event Link: https://mocsyncorgs.utc.edu/event/10769413
Event Contact: John Hart, 423-425-4518
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