From George Heddleston, Vice Chancellor Communication and Marketing On Sunday, March 29, 2020, University of Tennessee at Chattanooga officials were informed that a member of the UTC campus community tested positive for COVID-19. In accordance with guidance from public health officials at the county and state levels, this notice is …
Read More »Virus coordinator Birx is Trump’s data-whisperer
By RICARDO ALONSO-ZALDIVAR and AAMER MADHANI Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — For many in the public health and political worlds, Dr. Deborah Birx is the sober scientist advising an unpredictable president. She’s the data whisperer who will help steer President Donald Trump as he ponders how quickly to restart an …
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Satisfactory/No Credit Grading
From Mocs News Staff Are you afraid you won’t make the grade? UTC officials announced a change in grading. Here’s what was announced. Sent on behalf of Provost Jerold Hale and Enrollment Management and Student Affairs Vice Chancellor Yancy Freeman: Satisfactory/No Credit Grading Many students are concerned that disruptions due …
Read More »Prince Charles tests positive for coronavirus
By JILL LAWLESS and DANICA KIRKA Associated Press LONDON (AP) — Prince Charles, the heir to the British throne, has tested positive for the new coronavirus, royal officials confirmed Wednesday — touching off criticism over whether his wealth and status gave him priority in receiving a test. The 71-year-old is …
Read More »Update: May Graduation dates now set in August
We are writing regarding the rescheduling of the Spring 2020 commencement ceremonies. Pending CDC and COVID-19 developments, the new commencement dates will be: August 7, 2020 (Friday): Graduate Student Commencement 2:30 p.m. ET ceremony for all colleges August 8, 2020 (Saturday): Undergraduate Student Commencement 9:00 a.m. ET College …
Read More »Information on Student Refunds
Refunds will be issued to students for the unused portion of campus housing, meal plans, and parking decals.
Read More »LAUSANNE, Switzerland (AP) — Tokyo Olympics officially postponed to 2021 by International Olympic Committee.
LAUSANNE, Switzerland (AP) — Tokyo Olympics officially postponed to 2021 by International Olympic Committee.
Read More »Information about UTC Textbooks
Dear Faculty and Students, The UTC Bookstore, operated by our partners at Barnes and Noble, understands the impact that the current unprecedented situation is having on our campus partners and students. The Bookstore is committed to helping maintain consistency and ensuring students are equipped to learn wherever they are located. Below …
Read More »Italy virus cases soar again; NY eyes temporary hospitals
By AMY FORLITI and FRANCES D’EMILIO Associated Press MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The coronavirus pandemic took an increasingly bleak toll Saturday in the U.S. and in Europe, producing staggering caseloads in New York and Italy and setting off a desperate scramble to set up thousands of additional hospital beds as the …
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