UTC Parents and Families,
This fall is full of opportunities not only for students to be involved on campus, but also for families to experience what it means to be part of the UTC community. UTC has a number of long-standing traditions that bring our community together, and we are excited to invite you to be part of the fun.
One of the best ways to connect is by joining us for Fall Family Weekend, October 17–19. This is our premier family event of the year and the perfect time to visit campus, enjoy activities designed specifically for families, and see firsthand the excitement of student life at UTC. Soon after, we’ll come together for Homecoming, October 25–November 1, when the campus will be painted blue and gold as students, alumni, friends, and families celebrate UTC traditions and spirit. In addition, Mocs Give Day on October 7 provides families an opportunity to show support by giving back to programs and campus organizations that have made a difference in their student’s experience.
Being engaged in our community is what makes these traditions so meaningful, and parents and families are an important part of it all. We encourage you to take part in these upcoming events and celebrate alongside your student. More details about each program can be found below.
GO MOCS!
- October 13-14: Fall Break- No classes
- October 15: Mid-term grades due by 10:00 am
- October 27: Last day to withdraw from a course with a grade of W
- November 26-28: Thanksgiving Break
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Greetings from Janice Cosey, Bursar
It is the seventh week of classes at the University and Part of Term II will begin on October 7.
We are still prepared to assist in the continued educational journey of your student(s)! It is suggested that students provide access to parents, guardians, or others, by setting up the MyMocsPass Phase, through the MyMocsNet account, which also allows the Bursar Office Team to discuss specific account related information. It is important that you encourage your son or daughter to check their email on a regular basis.
Refunds are processed throughout the semester and there is still time to set up an ACH/Direct Deposit account. It is a secure option and the quickest method to receive a refund, if applicable. Paper checks are mailed to the permanent address on file, which can take 5-10+ days via USPS.
If the Tuition Installment Payment Plan (TIPP) was utilized for the Fall Semester, the next payment is due October 1. A late fee of $50 is applied on the 4th of the month if the scheduled payment is not received.
If you have general questions, please contact our office at 423.425.4781 or email us at Bursars-Office@utc.edu. The office is open Monday – Friday from 8:30 am until 5:00 pm.
Go Mocs!!!
Future Dates to Remember:
- November 1- Final TIPP payment due date
- November 2- Account holds placed for Outstanding Balances
- November 19- First E-Mocs Statement for Spring 2026
- December 11- Fee Payment Deadline for Spring 2026
- December 15- Class cancellation for non-payment for Spring 2026
Register for Fall Family Weekend Today!
We are looking forward to inviting families back to campus this fall to visit with their student, get a taste of the UTC experience and explore Chattanooga. Fall Family Weekend will take place October 17-19, 2025. More details about the schedule, pricing and registration can be found on our website at utc.edu/ffw.
To attend you must complete the registration form for the weekend. Registration for the Kickoff, Tailgate, and Football Game Tickets will close on October 14th at 12 PM EST or sooner should the capacity at a specific event be met. Be sure to visit our website for details or email us at utcparents@utc.edu with any questions.
Interested in commemorating the weekend with a Fall Family Weekend hat? Make sure to check our website and follow the instructions for purchase. Hats will be available for pick up at the Fall Family Weekend events, or you can make arrangements for your student to pick them up from our office.
We Want Your Student’s Feedback – Have them complete the UT Student Experience Survey!
Our students have been recently invited to complete an important survey that is administered across the UT System that helps us better understand their experiences. The survey is confidential and takes less than two minutes to complete. Please encourage your student to participate and share their feedback before the October 31 deadline. The survey has been shared with students via email and is also accessible via their MyMocsNet portal. If you or your students have any questions about the survey, feel free to contact Stacie-Grisham@utc.edu. Thank you for partnering with us in supporting every student’s success!
October UTC Athletics
Tradition = Mocs Football. Saturday, Oct. 18, is the definition of Mocs Tradition with the Rail Rivalry Game vs. ETSU (kickoff at 1:30 PM). This game also features:
- Fall Family Weekend – purchase discounted tickets through the Fall Family Weekend Rregistration
- Mocs Flock Finley (all first-year students run the field pregame)
- White Out Game with FREE replica white jerseys for the first 1,000 fans
Tickets to all UTC athletics and info available at GoMocs.com/Tickets.
Calling all UTC Mocs! Walgreens will be on campus to offer flu vaccine clinics in 120 Lupton Hall Commons from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the following dates:
October 22nd, 23rd, 24th
No appointment is needed. Students need to bring their current insurance & pharmacy benefits card. If a student doesn’t have insurance, a limited number of free vouchers will be available.
Mocs Give Day
Tuesday, October 7, is Mocs Give Day—UTC’s annual day of giving—when proud alumni, faculty, staff, students, parents and friends unite and give generously to make a difference for UTC. Our goal for 2025 is 2,100 donors and your gift will help us get there!
Think about what matters most to you about UTC: a college or department, a favorite sport, student success programs, or scholarships. On October 7, seven challenges will be available to make the most of your gift – a $5 gift could unlock a gift of $25,000 or more just by giving on Mocs Give Day.
As a special incentive, the first 500 donors making a gift of $100 or more will receive a limited-edition Scrappy block kit. This adorable Lego-inspired Scrappy is only available on Mocs Give Day, so make a plan to give early on Tuesday, October 7!
Off-Campus Experience
The Off-Campus Student Services (OCSS) office is here to help any students currently living off-campus, whether at home or on their own, with any and all challenges that they may be facing. Check out our website to see all that we do and all the resources we have available for students and parents (www.utc.edu/ocss).
Off-Campus Housing Fair is coming October 17th, from 5p-8pm on Oak Street in front of Hooper Hall. Even though it is only October, it is not too early to start thinking about housing for next year as some properties are already taking applications and will begin executing leases by the end of October. To help students and parents see what’s out there and learn more about the process, OCSS will be hosting an Off-Campus Housing Fair. As this is Parents’ Weekend, we hope to see many of you as well. Our property partners will be there to share information, flyers, and goodies. And as a thank you for coming by, OCSS will be providing Bruster’s Ice Cream! Tell your students to come, …come check us out!
A Moc’s First Year: Creating Community from Day One
Starting college is a big transition, and A Moc’s First Year is designed to help your student feel connected and supported from the very beginning.
This First Year Experience program brings students together in small, two-course communities where they can build relationships, explore interests, and develop key skills for college success. Whether your student is living on campus or commuting, A Moc’s First Year helps them find their place and their people at UTC.
👉Click here to visit the A Moc’s First Year website.
With your support and the A Moc’s First Year foundation, your student can step confidently into a college experience filled with connection, growth, and opportunity.
2nd Annual Nursing Fall Festival
The 2nd Annual Nursing Fall Festival, sponsored by Sigma (the Nursing Honor Society), will be on Tuesday, October 28th from 5-7pm on the Metro Building lawn at 518 Oak Street. All UTC students, faculty, staff, and community members are invited to attend. There will be games, snacks, popcorn, caramel apples, prizes, and pumpkin painting. Please encourage your student to RSVP so we have enough supplies and snacks for everyone! NEW THIS YEAR…Costume Contest! A prize will be given to the best costume.
RSVP here: https://utk.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eKe3ABZPDnzSeLc
Homecoming 2025, October 25 – November 1, 2025
Get ready for a very spooky Homecoming as we are calling home all the Mocsters as we bring together students, alumni, faculty, staff and community to showcase UTC spirit. Encourage your student to join the fun and view the calendar of events coming soon to utc.edu/homecoming. It is sure to be a frightening time.
Help your student prepare for their future by connecting with us!
Here are some upcoming career development opportunities:
- RCOB Career Fair | 10.6 | 9a-12p
- CECS ‘Moc’ Interviews | 10.8 | 1p-3:30p
- All Majors Job & Internship Fair | 10.21 | 11a-3p
- Networking & the Job Search – Virtual | 10.22 | 12p-1p
- Athletic Training, Physical Therapy, & Occupational Therapy Career Fair | 10.23 | 11:30a-1p
- CECS Career Fair | 11.5 | 10a-2p
Housing Updates
Spring 2026 Housing
Spring 2026 housing applications open on October 1 (Spring 2026 Housing). Spring housing assignments will be emailed in December.
The 2026-2027 Housing Application
“Get the SCOOP on Housing” will be Tuesday, October 21 at 7:30 p.m. in Lupton Hall and will provide helpful information about the housing application/assignment process. Housing applications for the 2026-2027 academic year will open on November 14 for current students.
Fall Break
Fall Break is October 13-14. Residence halls will remain open during the duration of the break.
Residential Tutoring
Housing and Residence Life is hosting FREE Residential Tutoring this fall, with a few more course options and later hours. The schedule is posted on our Instagram/Facebook: @utchousing.
Please encourage your students to contact their RA or RD with any questions or concerns. From roommate conflicts to maintenance issues, they are there to help. Please also have them check out the Housing Student Handbook that contains information on how to live in our residence halls.
- If your student has a maintenance issue, have them fill out a maintenance request in Manage My Housing. If it is an emergency, have them contact their complex office or RA On Call.