September 1-7, 2026
Updates and news for the week of September 1-7, 2026
The UTC Campus Weekly newsletter is distributed every Tuesday morning. If you have news, events or announcements you would like shared with campus, please submit your information to Peyton Schultz (peyton-l-schultz@utc.edu) in the Division of Communications and Marketing by 3 p.m. on Friday for placement in the following Tuesday’s newsletter.
Highlights
Take a look at Weeks of Welcome
The first week of the UTC 2026-27 school year was a time to get connected on campus. Click here for the full Flickr gallery.
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ADD YOUR MOCS ID TO YOUR PHONE
Every student needs a Mocs ID. To add your ID to your phone:
- Download the GET Mobile app.
- Sign in using your UTC ID and password.
- Submit a photo by selecting Settings > Update Photo.
- Once your photo is approved by Mocs Card Services, select “Add to Apple Wallet” or “Add to Phone.” Your Mocs ID will not be active until this step is completed.
- Allow up to one hour for activation.
Purchased a new phone over the summer? Contact Mocs Card Services before setting up your ID. Your account must be reset to ensure a successful setup on your new device. Contact MocsCard@utc.edu or call 423-425-2218 for assistance.
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ACCESS YOUR OUTLOOK EMAIL
UTC is continuing the transition from Gmail to Outlook as part of the Google to Microsoft 365 project. Mailbox migrations began in March 2026 and have continued throughout the summer in weekly batches. Most current and new student accounts have now been transitioned to Outlook for email, with a small number of migrations still in progress.
Student action items:
- Check MyMocsNet and your student email for notices about the status of your mailbox migration.
- Review the guide for accessing your student email during and after the transition.
Frequently asked questions:
If you experience issues with your email, you can:
- Visit the IT Solutions Center in Maclellan Gym.
- Submit a request for account assistance.
- Call 423-425-4000 and press 3.
For general questions about the Google to Microsoft 365 transition project, contact the migration team.
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Student Access Pass Now Available
UTC Athletics has introduced the new Student Access Pass for the 2026-27 academic year. The digital pass gives full-time UTC students admission to all ticketed home football, men’s basketball, women’s basketball, wrestling and softball games without claiming a ticket for each event.
The pass can be downloaded through your account at GoMocs.com/Tickets and added to your Apple or Google Wallet for easy entry throughout the season. Click here for more information and FAQs.
Outstanding People of UTC
 Chancellor Lori Bruce Jed & JR Mornings came to campus on the first day of the semester to interview various faculty, staff and students outside of the UTC Library, including:
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 Dr. Hemant Jain At UTC, research is moving beyond the labs and classrooms to reach local communities, helping stakeholders better understand their needs and challenges. In 2024, the Journey Health Foundation Research Center was established with a donation from the Journey Health Foundation. The center focuses on the health and welfare of residents in 47 counties across Tennessee, Georgia, North Carolina and Alabama.
Dr. Hemant Jain, director of the center and the MS Data Analytics Program in the Gary W. Rollins College of Business, explained that the center uses data analysis to identify the root causes of issues communities may be facing.
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Check out these Mocs in the news:
- News 12 Now and Local 3 News covered UTC’s first day of the semester.
- Vice Provost for Academic Affairs Elizabeth O’Brien spoke to Jed & JR Mornings about the impact of social media on mental health.
- Senior Lecturer of English Stephanie Todd joined Jed & JR Mornings to discuss the Meta lawsuit.
- Assistant Professor of Geology Jennifer Taylor spoke to NewsChannel 9 about the glaciers that may have caused catastrophic flooding in Nepal.
- UC Foundation Professor of Medical Anthropology Zibin Guo recently led adaptive tai chi sessions for wheelchair users as part of a UNESCO-International Centre on Space Technologies for Natural and Cultural Heritage (HIST) and UTC-sponsored training program in Quang Tri, Vietnam. The program concluded last week and was featured in a report on Vietnam’s regional and national television station, VTV8.
- UC Foundation Associate Professor of Political Science Saeid Golkar spoke to Bloomberg News about leadership in Iran. He spoke to The Times of Israel about the U.S. and Iran conflict.
Mark Your Calendar
 Photo by Laura O’Dell/GoMocs.com This week’s Mocs home athletics calendar:
- Saturday, Sept. 5: Football vs. Tennessee Tech, Finley Stadium, 6 p.m.
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House Calls, an Enrollment Management and Student Affairs initiative created to help ease the transition for students experiencing challenges or having questions about life on campus, returns today (Sept. 1) from 5-8 p.m. Orientation will be held at 5 p.m. in the University Center Tennessee Room, then moves to University halls from 6-8 p.m.
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Interested in studying abroad, have already studied abroad or just want free food and swag? Join the Center for Global Education for its biggest event of the year from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 2, in the University Center Tennessee Room.
Meet study abroad alumni, program providers, campus departments and the Center for Global Education team to learn about the many opportunities available to study abroad.
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Make plans to attend the Office for Undergraduate Research and Creative Endeavor (URaCE) fall welcome events.
- Wednesday, Sept. 2, and Thursday, Sept. 3: The UTC Virtual Fall Student Research Conference will be held on the Symposium by ForagerOne platform. The conference will showcase research and creative works by graduate students and undergraduate students who participated in summer research programs in the United States and abroad. Contact the Office for URaCE to learn more about presenting a project.
- Wednesday, Sept. 16: The Office for URaCE Fall Faculty and Staff Open House will be held from 1-3 p.m. in UTC Library Room 435. Stop by to meet the URaCE team, learn about programs and initiatives, enjoy refreshments and pick up free swag. RSVP here.
- Sunday, Sept. 20: Registration closes for the Fall Student Research Pitch Competitions, open to graduate and undergraduate students. The Graduate School and URaCE will host the competition on Wednesday, Oct. 21, in the University Center. Click here to learn more and register.
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Celebrate Weeks of Welcome at the UTC Library’s Trinket Trade and Sticker Swap from 3-6 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 3, on the second floor of the UTC Library.
Bring figurines, keychains, bracelets, stickers or other pocket-sized treasures to trade with fellow trinket lovers, or make your own during the event. Enjoy snacks while exploring the Library’s newly updated second floor, and visit with representatives from the Chattanooga Public Library to sign up for a library card. Click here for more information.
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The Department of Chemistry will kick off its fall seminar series from 3-4 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 4, in Grote Hall Room 411 with a presentation by UTC assistant professor Gagandeep Singh.
Singh’s seminar, “Ionic Liquids as Functional Biomaterials for Targeted Drug Delivery,” will explore how ionic liquids can be used to design functional biomaterials that improve targeted drug delivery by enhancing interactions with biological systems. Click here for more information.
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 Photo courtesy of Derek Daniel/GoMocs.com Kickoff times and promotions have been announced for the Chattanooga Mocs’ 2026 home football schedule at Finley Stadium:
- Sept. 5 vs. Tennessee Tech, 6 p.m.
- Future Fans Night (free admission for children 12 and younger)
- Annual Little Mocs Walk
- Light-up rally towel giveaway for the first 1,000 fans
- Sept. 19 vs. Wofford, 6 p.m.
- White Out Game
- UTC Fall Family Weekend
- Mocs Flock Finley
- Academic Night
- Oct. 10 vs. Samford, 1 p.m.
- Oct. 31 vs. VMI, 1 p.m.
- Halloween with the Mocs
- Scrappy Kids Club Day
- Senior Day
- Nov. 7 vs. Mercer, 1 p.m.
- Homecoming
- Fan Appreciation Game
- Band Day
Season tickets are on sale now through GoMocs.com.
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The Gary W. Rollins College of Business will hold virtual information sessions for the Master of Business Administration, MS Management, MS Data Analytics, Business Analytics Certificate, and Master of Accountancy graduate programs. The Rollins College of Business graduate programs provide flexible course options and exclusive career support resources to elevate your education and advance your career.
MSDA Information Sessions
MSM Information Sessions
MAcc Information Sessions
MBA Information Sessions
Business Analytics Certificate Information Sessions
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Scrappy’s Market returns, offering free fresh produce to students from 2-4 p.m. on Vine Street near Derthick Hall or in the University Center second-floor lobby, depending on weather. Check MocSync for location updates. Fall market dates include:
- Wednesday, Sept. 9
- Tuesday, Sept. 22
- Tuesday, Oct. 6
- Wednesday, Oct. 21
- Wednesday, Nov. 4
- Tuesday, Nov. 17
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The UTC Graduate School is offering several professional development opportunities this fall:
- Thursday, Sept. 10: Research 101 – Tips, Tricks & Tools for Grad Students will be held from 3:30-4:30 p.m. in UTC Library Room 205. Learn advanced search strategies, how to find credible sources, citation tools and free library resources. Free snacks and giveaways will be provided.
- Wednesday, Oct. 7: Accessibility in Action – A Practical Toolkit will be offered virtually at noon. Learn foundational accessibility skills that can be applied across a variety of professional settings.
- Wednesday, Oct. 21: The 3MT Thesis Pitch Competition begins at 10 a.m. in the University Center Auditorium. Graduate and undergraduate students will present their research in three-minute presentations while competing for prizes. The event is open to all, and free giveaways will be available. Student registration closes Sunday, Sept. 20. Click here for more information.
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UTC students from all majors are invited to participate in the Chancellor’s Tartan Challenge, a collaborative design competition to create a tartan inspired by UTC’s history, people and future. Participants will work in teams through a series of hands-on workshops to research, design and pitch original tartan concepts. No textile or design experience is required.
The challenge begins with a launch and mixer on Friday, Sept. 11, followed by a studio work day on Friday, Sept. 25, and a final pitch day on Friday, Oct. 2. Meetings will take place from 12:30-2:30 p.m. in the Fine Arts Center Lobby. Lunch will be provided at the kickoff event, and each member of the winning team will receive a $1,000 scholarship.
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Celebrate Recovery Month this September with Mocs Recovery by attending a community event, participating in a training or showing your support online.
- Monday, Sept. 14: Mocs Recovery Open House, noon-2 p.m., featuring free hot coffee.
- Wednesday, Sept. 16: Game Night, 5:15-8 p.m., at the Mocs Recovery Lounge.
- Monday, Sept. 28: Recovery Allyship Training for faculty and staff, 12:15-1:15 p.m. Register through K@TE.
Follow @MocsRecovery on Instagram and share its posts throughout Recovery Month. Click here for more information about Mocs Recovery.
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The Department of Biology, Geology and Environmental Science will host its fall 2026 seminar series every Monday from 12:40-1:35 p.m. in Holt Hall Room 229. Events are open to all.
Fall 2026 speakers include:
- Sept. 14: Dr. Azad Hossain, Department of Biology, Geology and Environmental Science, UTC
- Sept. 21: Dr. Yingfeng Wang, Department of Computer Science and Engineering, UTC
- Sept. 28: Dr. Hope Klug, Department of Biology, Geology and Environmental Science, UTC
- Oct. 5: Nyssa Hunt, Interdisciplinary Geospatial Technology Lab, UTC
- Oct. 19: Dr. Ryan Fritts, Department of Biology, Geology and Environmental Science, UTC
- Oct. 26: Dr. Erin McKenney, Applied Ecology, NC State University
- Nov. 2: Dr. Jae Park, Department of Biochemistry and Cellular and Molecular Biology, University of Tennessee, Knoxville
- Nov. 9: Prof. John Tucker, Department of Biology, Geology and Environmental Science, UTC
- Nov. 16: Ryan Davenport, University of New Hampshire
- Nov. 23: Dr. Jane Kenney-Hunt, Department of Biology, Valparaiso University
- Nov. 30: Speaker to be announced
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 Yuval Levin Faculty, staff, students and community members are invited to the 2026 Dr. Richard Gruetzemacher Constitution Day Lecture featuring political thinker and author Yuval Levin.
Drawing from his book “American Covenant,” Levin will discuss how the U.S. Constitution was designed to help a diverse nation navigate disagreement and how its principles of debate, compromise and self-government can help address today’s political and civic divisions. Levin is director of Social, Cultural, and Constitutional Studies at the American Enterprise Institute, editor of National Affairs and a contributing opinion writer for The New York Times.
The lecture begins at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 15, in the University Center Auditorium. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Click here to register. For more information, contact Dr. Josh Ammons.
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 Jazz pianist Benny Green opens the UTC LIVE! season in a benefit concert for WUTC-FM 88.1. The UTC LIVE! season opens Thursday, Sept. 17, with jazz pianist Benny Green performing a benefit concert for WUTC-FM 88.1 in the UTC Fine Arts Center’s Roland Hayes Concert Hall. Born in New York City and raised in Berkeley, California, Green began performing professionally as a child and later worked with Betty Carter, Art Blakey and the Jazz Messengers, Freddie Hubbard and the Ray Brown Trio. He also recorded with Oscar Peterson and Diana Krall and has continued leading his own trio and recording as a bandleader.
UTC LIVE! will move most of its 2026-27 performances to Cadek Hall, giving the series a smaller setting that better fits the artists and programs it presents.
Known for bringing noted artists to campus who are outside the mainstream, UTC LIVE! will present jazz, Danish folk music, a historically informed Beethoven program and a marimba recital, with most of the season taking place in Cadek Hall’s 217-seat recital hall—a space especially well suited for piano, jazz and other acoustic performances. The smaller setting also brings audiences closer to the stage, allowing eye contact between performers and audience members.
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Explore a career in healthcare at the Medical Programs Open House from 6-7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 17, on the first floor of the James R. Mapp Building. Learn about training opportunities in Certified Nursing Assistant, Clinical Medical Assistant, Medical Billing & Coding, Phlebotomy Technician and Pharmacy Technician through hands-on demonstrations and conversations with instructors, staff, employers and community partners. Representatives from the Center for Professional Education and the American Job Center will also be available to discuss potential funding opportunities. Click here to RSVP.
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Learn about UTC’s graduate programs at the Graduate School Fair from noon-2 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 24, in the University Center Tennessee Room.
Explore more than 30 graduate programs, connect with faculty and staff, learn about admissions and career opportunities, and enjoy free food, giveaways and application fee waivers. The event is open to anyone interested in advancing their education and career through UTC graduate programs.
Click here for more information and to register. Application fee waivers apply to completed domestic applications submitted through Oct. 11.
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The Department of Communication will launch “Common Ground,” a new civic communication series exploring the intersection of trust and community, with events scheduled this fall in the Roland Hayes Concert Hall.
The series will feature nationally recognized scholars whose work has shaped conversations around civic engagement and social infrastructure:
- Thursday, Sept. 24: Eric Klinenberg will present “The Power of Social Infrastructure,” examining how shared public spaces—from libraries to parks—can strengthen communities, 6 p.m.
- Wednesday, Oct. 21: Robert D. Putnam will present “Rebuilding Social Capital in America,” focusing on the decline and potential renewal of civic life in the United States, 6 p.m.
Both events are free and open to the public. Faculty, students and community members are encouraged to attend. Faculty interested in hosting guest visits or small group discussions with the speakers can contact Brandon Bouchillon for more information.
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Undergraduate Admissions announced its fall 2026 recruitment event schedule. Faculty and staff are encouraged to save the dates and help spread the word to prospective students and families
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- Sept. 30: Power C Tour – Nashville/Franklin
- Oct. 8: Power C Tour – Memphis
- Oct. 21: Power C Tour – Knoxville
- Oct. 28: Power C Tour – Chattanooga
- Nov. 14: Blue and Gold Preview
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Mocs Give Day returns on Tuesday, Oct. 6, bringing the UTC community together for a 24-hour online giving challenge in support of current and future Mocs. Alumni, students, faculty, staff, families and friends can make an impact through gifts that strengthen scholarships, programs and opportunities across campus. Every gift tells a story, and every gift helps shape the future of UTC. Learn more at mocsgiveday.utc.edu.
Campus Updates
The fall 2026 meal plan change request deadline is Sunday, Sept. 6. Students may now request a meal plan change by emailing MOCSCARD@UTC.EDU. Remember to include your UTC ID number and the eligible meal plan you would like for the Fall 2026 semester.
Any requests received after Sunday, Sept. 6, will not be accepted. Meal plan eligibility is based on EARNED credit hours. The University classifies undergraduate students as freshmen, sophomores, juniors, or seniors according to the number of credit hours the student has completed: freshman (0-29 semester hours), sophomore (30-59 semester hours), junior (60-89 semester hours) and senior (90 or more semester hours).
The Meal Plans are listed by student classification. Please refer to this link for that information.
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Enjoy half-price admission to the Tennessee Aquarium and 45-minute documentary films during College Days, Sept. 10-30. The discount is available to UTC students, faculty and staff, as well as their friends and family.
Tickets must be purchased onsite. To receive the discount, present a UTC ID, transcript or pay stub at the Aquarium ticketing center. Timed entry is in effect, and wait times may apply. Visit the Tennessee Aquarium’s College Days webpage for pricing, membership discounts and additional information.
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A seat on the Mocs Express, UTC’s shuttle system, is always free.
This fall, students returning to campus will find a streamlined Mocs Express route designed to get them around UTC more quickly and provide convenient access to available parking.
The shuttle system, run in partnership with the Chattanooga Area Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA), has been serving UTC for more than a decade and is free to all students, faculty and staff with a Mocs ID. All Mocs Express buses are ADA accessible. Click here for more information.
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Student Outreach and Support (SOS) and Scrappy’s Cupboard have moved to University Center Room 302. SOS is open from 8 a.m.-5 p.m., and Scrappy’s Cupboard is open from 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. to support students throughout the semester.
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The Office for Undergraduate Research and Creative Endeavor (URaCE) has several opportunities for students and faculty this fall.
- Students participating in URaCE programs and instructional training will have the opportunity to earn micro-credentials as they learn about and prepare for success in research and research-adjacent activities. Program participants will earn badges and certificates to showcase research and career readiness skills. The competency-based model is built around the eight career readiness skills outlined by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE). Read the Council for Undergraduate Research document guiding this work.
- Faculty are invited to partner with URaCE by scheduling a classroom visit. URaCE staff will introduce students to undergraduate research opportunities at UTC and beyond. Click here to schedule a visit.
- URaCE’s Fall Student Workshop Series returns with sessions on topics including getting started in research, finding a research mentor, applying for summer REU programs, developing your academic brand, Python and more. Click here to register for a workshop.
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Dr. Valerie Rutledge (second from left), dean of the College of Health, Education and Professional Studies, poses with the Applied Leadership and Learning department for Gold Fridays. Remember to submit your Gold Fridays photos here.
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Our Microsoft 365 environment will soon include a new feature to help keep your inbox free of clutter by automatically redirecting graymail to a separate “Promotions” folder. Graymail is email from legitimate senders that you may have signed up to receive but do not regularly read. Examples include emails from vendors, store promotions, newsletters and advertisements.
The new Promotions folder will automatically appear in Outlook once the feature is enabled in late August. For easy access, add the folder to your Favorites list or move it closer to the top of your folder list. For more information on this new feature and tips for managing your email, click here.
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Thinking about earning an advanced degree? UTC employees can take advantage of the University’s education benefit to pursue programs like UTC’s M.S. in Computer Science, a program specifically designed to welcome students from a wide range of backgrounds, including healthcare, psychology, linguistics, and other non-technical fields. The program provides a pathway for career changers and lifelong learners looking to build new skills and expand future opportunities
Read how three students found their unexpected path into tech in The Unexpected Road to a Master’s in Computer Science and explore what your UTC education benefit could make possible.
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A new DASH TDX Training Hub is now available, providing a centralized resource designed to support the campus community.
The Training Hub brings together knowledge and expertise from multiple departments to create a single location for training and support resources. Whether you’re new to DASH or looking for guidance on specific processes, the hub provides easy access to:
- Step-by-step instructions
- Job aids and reference guides
- Helpful links and resources
- Frequently used documentation
The Training Hub will continue to evolve as new information, enhancements and training materials become available. Faculty and staff are encouraged to bookmark the site, refer to it whenever assistance is needed and share it with colleagues across campus. Feedback is also welcome as the Training Hub continues to grow and improve.
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Have a rock, mineral or fossil you’d like identified? The UTC Department of Biology, Geology and Environmental Science is hosting free identification nights on Mondays every four weeks from 5-7 p.m. on the first floor of Grote Hall (701 Vine St.).
Visitors should enter through the double doors on the exterior of the building. Free parking is available in Lot 10 after 5 p.m.
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Registration is now open for Chattanooga Connect 2026, the UTC Research Institute’s (UTCRI) third annual conference that brings together leaders from government, industry, academia and entrepreneurship to explore the future of transportation, digital infrastructure, artificial intelligence, quantum technologies and connected mobility.
Hosted Sept. 14-16 in Chattanooga, Chattanooga Connect will convene national experts, researchers, policymakers and industry leaders to share how emerging technologies are moving beyond research and pilot projects into real-world deployment. The three-day event will feature keynote presentations, panel discussions, networking opportunities, technology demonstrations and collaborative discussions focused on advancing practical, scalable solutions to some of today’s most pressing infrastructure and mobility challenges.
For registration, conference information and sponsorship opportunities, visit go.utc.edu/cc or email utcri@utc.edu.
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As part of the University’s yearlong celebration of its 140th anniversary, the campus community is invited to participate in two anniversary initiatives:
- 1886 Challenge: Faculty, staff and students will work together to complete 18,860 hours of community service during the anniversary year.
- 140 Community Events for 140 Years: UTC will recognize and support 140 community-focused events led by faculty, staff and students that strengthen connections with the Chattanooga community.
Additional information about Founder’s Week events, the anniversary initiatives and ways to participate will be shared in the coming weeks.
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Measles is highly contagious—even more so than COVID-19. To ensure campus is healthy, it is vital that you know your immune status by verifying your vaccination records or laboratory proof of immunity.
Take action today:
- Check your status: Log in to the UTC Medicat Patient Portal to review your records.
- Need a blood titer? If you do not have documentation of immunity through vaccination, call UTC Health Services at 423-425-2266 to schedule a blood test.
- Titers can be billed through insurance or paid out of pocket for $11
- Feeling sick? Do not walk into the clinic. Call first to help protect others.
UTC reports that 98% of students on campus have immunity, which serves as a strong shield for the community. Having immunity significantly reduces the chances of getting measles and keeps you from needing to be quarantined for up to 21 days if you are exposed.
Click here for more information.
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Want to learn more about the Mosaic Program? The Mosaic team is visiting departments across campus to share program updates, introduce new staff members and answer questions about supporting UTC’s neurodiverse community—all while bringing cookies.
Departments interested in hosting a Cookies and Conversation session can scan the QR code on the flyer to schedule a visit.
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 Adobe Stock Image As artificial intelligence becomes a bigger part of day-to-day work across industries, the UTC Center for Professional Education will offer two online programs in September to help working professionals build practical AI skills for different needs and experience levels.
The two offerings are AI Essentials with Prompting, a live online workshop scheduled for Sept. 15 and Sept. 17, and CompTIA Security AI+ Certification Prep, an eight-week live online course that begins Sept. 19. Together, the programs give learners two entry points into AI-related professional development: one focused on broad workplace fluency, productivity and responsible use, and one designed for cybersecurity professionals working in a threat environment increasingly shaped by AI. Click here for more information or to register.
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Love to read? The UTC Book Club invites faculty, staff and students to connect through monthly book discussions and shared reading. Building on the success of the campus group, a new community initiative—Chatty Book Club—will launch in August with the goal of bringing readers across Chattanooga together through a shared monthly book selection, discussion questions and local meetups. Follow the UTC Book Club and Chatty Book Club on Instagram for updates.
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The National Science Foundation Noyce Track 2 fellowship project is accepting applications from STEM-degreed professionals to prepare to teach secondary mathematics and science through the Master of Education degree program. Please contact Deborah McAllister or click this link for project details.
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The Counseling Center has partnered with Parkridge Mental Health Therapy Center to offer extended services on the UTC campus. Parkridge at UTC is open from 11 a.m.-7:30 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and offers individual therapy, group therapy and intensive outpatient services for students, faculty and staff.
The Parkridge Mental Health Therapy Center is located off the UC Foundation Apartments courtyard (Suite 5217). To schedule an initial appointment, call 423-468-5213. Students who are already receiving services through the UTC Counseling Center are encouraged to speak with their provider about whether Parkridge at UTC is a good fit for their needs.
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The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga Athletics Department announced in April a multi-year extension of its successful apparel partnership with Adidas through BSN SPORTS. An exciting benefit of this renewed partnership is that all University departments and campus organizations can now purchase adidas apparel directly through BSN SPORTS at discounted pricing.
Whether you are outfitting your department, student organization or campus event, BSN SPORTS can help with customized adidas apparel and promotional products. This partnership with Adidas is an option for campus organizations to use, but it is not required. Items purchased through BSN help the athletics program reach benchmarks that unlock additional benefits as part of the agreement.
For assistance with orders or to learn more about available products and pricing, please contact our BSN SPORTS representative, Garrett Ferrel, at 765-652-4052. The athletics department looks forward to expanding the benefits of this partnership across campus while continuing to strengthen the Mocs brand through adidas and BSN SPORTS.
UTC Newsroom
UTC students returned to campus for the first day of the fall 2026 semester. Campus was abuzz with smiling faces as students started this next chapter of their UTC careers. Click here for the full photo gallery.
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 Sean Randall Before Crossroads Dining Hall chef Sean Randall arrived at UTC, he spent years cooking in some of the country’s most renowned kitchens. He brings those experiences to Crossroads Dining Hall. He believes that good food should unite people and introduce students to flavors and experiences they may not have encountered before.
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 Dr. Azad Hossain (front) poses with students Adam Williams, Itzayana Torres Martinez and Samuel Jayroe. Every night of a two-week trip to Chile, students Adam Williams and Samuel Jayroe would look up at a sky so dark they could see the Milky Way. Along with a group of UTC students and faculty researchers, they stayed in a remote astrocamp tucked away in Chile’s countryside.
During the day, they hiked among shrubs and rocky hills as they collected environmental data that could help researchers better understand the degu—one of Chile’s most recognizable native animals.
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Before classes officially began, more than 100 new students in the UTC Honors College explored the streets and neighborhoods of their new community as part of an annual activity called “City as Text.” The groups had to find a mode of transportation and make their way to areas of Chattanooga including St. Elmo, Coolidge Park, Alton Park, Fort Wood, Brainerd and the Bluff View Art District.
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Here are some other recent UTC stories featured in the Newsroom:
- Have you ever heard of Q-Day? No, it’s not a sister series to Netflix’s Zero Day. Though, cinematically speaking, they share some subject matter. Q-Day is the name for a future point when quantum computers become powerful enough to crack some of the codes keeping our information secure. If you’re waiting for a date to mark on your calendar, don’t. No one knows when Q-Day will happen.
- The Fifth Biennial John Dos Passos Society Conference was held May 20-23 on the Portuguese island of Madeira, the ancestral home of one of America’s foremost novelists of the twentieth century.
WUTC
Canadian-born singer-songwriter Ian Hall joined WUTC’s “Scenic Roots” to discuss his debut poetry collection, “Creekwater Mansions.” Raised in the coal country of southeastern Kentucky, Hall draws on his Appalachian roots in the collection, published by EastOver Press.
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