Dear UTC staff and faculty,

I am thrilled to announce the launch of the Moc’s Golden Feather Award, a new bi-monthly employee recognition program designed to celebrate and honor the dedication and excellence of our UTC staff. This initiative reflects our belief that every member of our campus community plays a vital role in creating a supportive and dynamic environment where students and colleagues feel valued, supported and empowered to succeed.

The award will honor staff who demonstrate exceptional performance, creativity and innovation, and a commitment to fostering a collaborative and welcoming campus culture. As the saying goes, “Mocs fly together,” and this award celebrates both teamwork and the individual contributions that uplift our community.

Recipients of the Moc’s Golden Feather Award will receive:

• A $1,000 bonus and a $100 UTC Bookstore credit.
• One day of paid leave (8 hours) to be used with administrative approval.
• An invitation to a home football or basketball game—including special halftime recognition—and four additional tickets for family or friends.

Nominations are open to all full- and part-time staff members, with two recipients selected every other month by a designated committee. We encourage faculty, staff, students and administrators to submit nominations, highlighting individuals who have made a significant impact through their work. Self-nominations are not permitted.

To learn more or submit a nomination for the Moc’s Golden Feather Award, click here. Nominations for the inaugural cycle are open until May 30, with honorees announced in June. We look forward to celebrating our outstanding staff and encourage you to nominate a deserving colleague!

Thank you for your continued contributions to our UTC campus community. Together, we soar higher.