Although Pollianna Moshenskiy is technically in her first semester as a freshman at UTC, she is already ahead of many of her peers. Thanks to Tennessee Valley Early College at Cleveland State Community College—a program that allows students to earn an associate degree while completing high school—Moshenskiy graduated from Cleveland High School last spring with both a diploma and a degree in hand.
Deep discoveries: How UTC’s acquisition of Raccoon Mountain Caverns will shape (under)groundbreaking research
Approximately 15 minutes southwest of the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga campus sits Raccoon Mountain Caverns, a complex cave system known for its extensive underground formations, diverse ecosystem and educational caving tours that showcase the geological wonders of the region. It is also UTC’s newest classroom and research laboratory.
Cave dwellers: UTC alums share their Raccoon Mountain Caverns tales
UTC’s recent gift acquisition of Raccoon Mountain Caverns marks a new chapter in research opportunities for both faculty and students, but it’s not a new story for UTC students and researchers who have already delved into the wonders of the cave. Over the years, numerous students have conducted research or taken up roles in managing and exploring the caverns.
Raccoon Mountain Caverns gifted to UTC
Donated to the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, Raccoon Mountain Caverns is UTC’s newest classroom and research laboratory. Located approximately 15 minutes southwest of campus, it is a complex cave system known for its extensive underground formations and diverse ecosystem.
UT president names committee for UTC chancellor search
University of Tennessee President Randy Boyd announced the search committee tasked with identifying the next chancellor for the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga.
Connecting the classroom to Chattanooga with “A Moc’s First Year”
“A Moc’s First Year” officially launched during the fall semester, and first-time, first-year UTC students explored what the city of Chattanooga has to offer. The University initiated the new program with the intention of building learning communities to ease the transition of first-time students into college while creating a community with fellow students.
Learning, growing and leading together at the UTC Children’s Center
In November, six UTC Health and Physical Education students taught physical education lessons at the UTC Children’s Center at Brown Academy. These lessons taught children the importance of taking care of their bodies and finding happiness through physical activity.
Story of impact: Brave spaces in a college cohort
Professor Alex Quinlan was introduced to Narrative 4 while leading the Brock Scholars Program at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga.
Holiday for Heroes rallies support for military-connected students at UTC
For military-connected students at UTC, balancing classes, service commitments and civilian life isn’t easy. Events like Holiday for Heroes help lighten the load, offering camaraderie, practical support and a touch of holiday cheer.
Education Day brings school-day excitement to McKenzie Arena—and a Mocs win
The Athletics Department held its annual Education Day at the women’s basketball game against Lipscomb on Monday, Nov. 25, welcoming more than 2,000 elementary and middle school students for the mid-day contest. Education Day has become an annual tradition at UTC, with one game close to Thanksgiving or holiday break moving to an early tipoff to allow local students to come to campus and experience the atmosphere.