Your role as family members is essential. Simply checking in with your student and encouraging healthy habits like sleep, exercise, and proper nutrition can make a world of difference. Additionally, providing a reminder that asking for help is a strength can give your student the confidence they may need to seek support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
We are here to support you and your student every step of the way. If you have any questions or concerns, don\u2019t hesitate to reach out at utcparents@utc.edu<\/strong>. Together, we can help our students navigate all of the challenging, fun and celebratory aspects of the college journey.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n Go Mocs!<\/p>\n\n\n\n View the 2024-2025 Academic Calendar Here! <\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Mid-Semester Conversations with Your College Student<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Service in action: UTC community unites for United Way\u2019s Day of Caring<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Mocs Don\u2019t Haze: A week of awareness to prevent campus hazing <\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Greetings from Janice Cosey, Bursar<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The Fall 2023 Semester will end in a little over 10 weeks! Season is changing and the holidays are just around the corner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n We are still prepared to assist in the continued educational journey of your student(s)! Email should be checked regularly to avoid any oversight of important information via the student portal, MyMocsNet. It is suggested students provide access to parents, guardians, or others, by setting up the MyMocsPass Phase<\/a><\/strong>, through the MyMocsNet account, which also allows the Bursar Office Team to discuss specific account related information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n We continue to encourage students to set up ACH\/Direct Deposit for refunds through the student\u2019s MyMocsNet account. It is a vital step to ensure the funds expected can be delivered as quickly and securely as possible. Paper checks are mailed to the permanent address on file, which can take 5-10+ days via USPS. If assistance is needed on adding the refund account information, please go to www.utc.edu\/bursar<\/a><\/strong>, click the \u201cVideo Instructions\u201d tab in the middle of the page and click on the video titled \u201cBursar Series: Direct Deposit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If the Tuition Installment Payment Plan (TIPP) was utilized for the Fall Semester, the second payment is due on October 1 and the final payment will be due on November 1. A late fee is applied on the 4th of the month if the scheduled payment is not received.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 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 \u2013 Friday from 8:30 am until 5:00 pm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Fall Family Weekend<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n It is time to register for Fall Family Weekend! We are looking forward to having our UTC families in Chattanooga this fall.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Visit our Fall Family Weekend website at utc.edu\/ffw<\/strong><\/a> to view the schedule and access the registration form.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Registration is required for all guests attending and for UTC students attending with their families. Registration will close on October 15 at 12 PM EST or earlier <\/strong>should a particular event reach capacity. Register soon to claim your spot!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Nursing Fall Festival <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The UTC School of Nursing and Sigma Nursing Honor Society are hosting a Fall Festival on Tuesday, October 8th from 4:30-6:30pm at the Metropolitan Building on campus at 518 Oak Street! All pre-nursing students, nursing students, faculty, and staff are invited. Additionally, any UTC or community members who are interested in learning more about the UTC School of Nursing are invited! We will have games, popcorn, caramel apples, pumpkin painting, snacks, and a Halloween movie. Students interested in attending should RSVP. <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Scrappy\u2019s Market returns on October 23rd from 12pm -2pm. Students can enjoy the opportunity to bag 10 items of fresh produce FREE! <\/p>\n\n\n\n Mocs Bucks Reload Promotion, September 30 \u2013 October 13th <\/strong>: Mark your calendars for our Mocs Bucks Reload promotion from September 30th to October 13th. For every $100 of Mocs Bucks you reload, we’re adding an extra $15 for FREE! To reload your Mocs Bucks, simply visit mocsdining.campusdish.com<\/strong><\/a>. From there, select ‘Mocs Bucks,’ and then choose either resident or non-resident Mocs Bucks reload. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Stay up to date with Mocs Dining by following us on Instagram and Facebook (@mocsdining)!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Housing and Residence Life Updates<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Housing Applications<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The Spring 2025 housing application opens October 1. Housing applications for 2024-2025 open November 15 for current students and December 2 for incoming freshmen and transfers. Students can apply through Manage My Housing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n RA Applications<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Applications open on October 1. Application for Spring 2025 will end on October 14. Applications for Fall 2025 will close on January 14. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Residential Tutoring<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Housing and Residence Life has once again partnered with the Center for Academic Support and Advisement to offer Residential Tutoring. The full schedule can be found on our Instagram\/Facebook: @utchousing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Housing Issues or Concerns<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Please encourage your students to contact their RA or RD<\/a> with any questions or concerns. From roommate conflicts to maintenance-related concerns, they are there to help. Please also have them check out the Housing Student Handbook<\/a> that contains information on how to live in our residence halls. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Housing Events<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n University Health Services Updates<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n University Health Services is available for students and employees for sick and well visits. Office visits are covered in the student health fee with some charges for other items including certain testing or additional services. Covid and flu testing can be done at no cost with rapid results. We encourage any student who is sick to call 423-425-2266 for an appointment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n We offer a wide range of screening opportunities such as hypertension, diabetes, cholesterol, mental health, and general wellness. We are currently offering STI screening clinics at no cost to students. This is made possible by a grant from the Tennessee Department of Health. Emails are sent prior to the STI screening clinics with a link for registration. For other screenings or services, an appointment can be made by calling the clinic at 423-425-2266.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The flu vaccine can reduce the risk of contracting the flu. If you do get the flu, the vaccine van help reduce the severity of illness, hospitalizations, and death due to influenza. UHS is partnering with Walgreens pharmacy for flu vaccine clinics. Emails have been sent with the dates and details for the vaccine clinic. For additional information on UHS or our services, please explore our website at www.utc.edu\/uhs<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Homecoming 2024: Scrappy Ever After<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Once upon a time at UTC\u2026Get ready to have your SCRAPPY EVER AFTER Homecoming as we are excited to bring students, alumni, faculty, staff and community to showcase UTC spirit. It’s time to celebrate Homecoming Week Saturday, October 19 \u2013 Saturday, October 26, 2024.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Check us out on Instagram @utchomecoming to stay up to date with homecoming activities and check out the calendar of events on our website<\/a><\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Student Engagement Event Team: Now Hiring <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The Office of Student and Family Engagement is excited to share a fantastic opportunity for your student to make a difference on campus! We are looking for passionate individuals to join our student team to help create unforgettable events that bring the campus community together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Student Programs Team, comprised of 5 event managers and 10 event staff, as well as the Homecoming Student Steering Committee, comprised of 12 positions are all paid student employee positions. To read more about the qualifications and benefits, visit this article on MocSync<\/a><\/strong>. This is also where students will find the application to apply!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Medical School Showcase<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Thu, Oct 24, 2024, 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Lupton 398<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Is your student considering going to medical school, but not sure what they need to do? Have them join us to learn about the requirements and what it takes to go to medical school as well as medical schools in the region. This is the second offering of the same event this semester. We will be joined by special guests from Lincoln Memorial University’s Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine program. We are excited to provide this opportunity for your student to learn more about medical school and the field of osteopathic medicine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Student Experience Survey<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Calling all family members to help us encourage students to complete the UT Student Experience Survey. The survey will be emailed to students directly and will be available September 30 through November 1. We encourage all currently enrolled students to take this short, 5 questions survey to provide valuable feedback to the UT System about their experience on campus. This information will be used to create important change on campus for UTC students. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Free Library Workshops<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Your student can learn valuable skills in the free workshop series offered at the UTC Library. Tech tools and skills are introduced for Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, and citation software programs. These workshops also provide a variety of other useful skills, such as how to darn socks and how to record and album or podcast. Your student will meet other Mocs with similar interests, including at some of the Library\u2019s socializing workshops like Crafternoons<\/em>. Workshops are presented on varying times and dates, in person and online to include the broadest possible audience. Explore the full list of workshops at utc.edu\/library-workshops<\/a><\/u>.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Library\u2019s Annual Halloween Party and Costume Contest<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Students are invited to drop by the Library on Halloween for games, activities, prizes, candy, refreshments, and fun! Costumes are not required but are<\/em> encouraged \u2013 there is a costume contest where the top 3 costumes will receive Starbucks gift cards! Encourage your student to attend! 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