CHATTANOOGA, TN (mocsnews.com)— Electric scooters have become increasingly popular among University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (UTC) students, offering a convenient and eco-friendly way to get around campus. But as these devices zoom across campus, they raise questions about safety, environmental impact, and overall student experience. Many UTC students are drawn …
Read More »On-Campus Safety: The Facts
CHATTANOOGA (mocsnews.com) – With daylight savings time making the days shorter and the nights longer, there is no better time to revisit the issue of on-campus safety. According to USA Today, on-campus crime has been rising steadily with an 8% increase from 2019 to 2022. With this increase, are …
Read More »Hurricane Helene Leaves Georgia Community Devastated, Families Face Long Recovery
Peachtree Park, Atlanta, Georgia by Archith Seshadri GEORGIA (mocsnews.com)— In the wake of Hurricane Helene, Valdosta, Ga is left in ruins, dealing with widespread destruction and ongoing power outages. Streets that were once busy with activity are now lined with dark buildings, while traffic lights remain out, creating chaos on …
Read More »A Summer in Israel, a Fall for Activism
CHATTANOOGA, TN (Mocsnews.com)- He had no idea at the time, but Isaac Scott would be one of the last college students to experience Israel before Hamas shattered the country’s sense of security. Scott remembers an Israel unparalleled in religious, historic and political significance—one wherein landmarks like the Gaza Security Fence …
Read More »Short Term Rentals, Should Graduates Worry About Finding a Home In Their Own City?
CHATTANOOGA TN- A big issue that has emerged in Chattanooga TN, the struggle for college graduates, our own Mocs from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (UTC), to find housing in the city they grew up in. As the demand for short-term vacation rentals increases, the availability of long-term rental …
Read More »College campuses ban TikTok after Congressional hearing for privacy and security concerns
By: Iciss Wilkerson CHATTANOOGA, TN (mocsnews.com)- Although TikTok is one of the most used social media platforms, many college campuses are still in the process of banning the app due to privacy concerns. The rebranded social media platform grew in popularity during the pandemic in 2020. TikTok surpassed over two …
Read More »Should Students Be Able to Grade Their Professors? Exploring the Benefits and Limitations of Course Evaluations
By Allison Pursell CHATTANOOGA, TN (mocsnews.com) The relationship between students and professors is at the core of the educational experience. While traditional grading systems allow professors to assess students, the question arises: should students be able to evaluate their professors? In recent years, the idea of students grading their professors …
Read More »Working at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga Provides Competitive Benefits to its Employees
By Jackie Jones CHATTANOOGA(mocsnews.com)- Three UTC employees share their appreciation for the campus community and benefits offered while serving their administrative careers in the heart of the student center. (University of Tennessee Sign on McCallie Avenue. Photo Credit: Jackie Jones). From health benefits to tuition assistance, employees at UTC have …
Read More »It’s orientation season: Summer at UTC means preparing for fall
by PEYTON SCHULTZ CHATTANOOGA (mocsnews.com)- The summer semester at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga has officially begun, which means that faculty, staff and students are gearing up for the arrival of new students on campus in August. Freshman orientation begins on June 5 and continues until August. The two-day …
Read More »The High Price of Hunger: Tackling Food Insecurity in College
By: Allison Pursell CHATTANOOGA, TN (mocsnews.com)- Food insecurity is an issue that has long plagued the college student population, and unfortunately, the pandemic has only made the situation worse. According to a survey conducted by the Hope Center for College, Community, and Justice, over 38% of college students were experiencing …
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