CHATTANOOGA, TENN (mocsnews.com) – New off-campus housing may be available to the UTC community as the new residential project developed at 418 Manufacturers Road will be around two miles from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga’s campus.  The seven-story residential development received approval to move forward with construction after receiving …

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 …

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 …

CHATTANOOGA (mocsnews.com)- College students can be reckless when it comes to spending money. This is an incredibly important issue among all college students because not learning how to budget can have a serious impact on their future.  There are many reasons why students need to learn to budget in order …

By: Jasmine Dalton  FRANKLIN, TN (mocsnews.com)- Mental health among young adults and college students is a serious matter that is faced across the country. One factor that can contribute to someone’s mental illness is social media.                                          Young adults on their phones connecting through social media   Social media has come …

The teams stand in front of the Adventure Trek’s main tent. CHATTANOOGA (mocsnews.com)– The dawning sun breaks and scatters across the glass roof of the Tennessee Aquarium, shining its myriad rays on the dozen volunteers of RiseUP Cooperative, who hastily move to set up tents, tables, and merchandise. They’ve sacrificed …

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 …

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 …

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 …

By: Jasmine Dalton   FRANKLIN, TN (mocsnews.com)- Mental Health among college students is a major problem today. It affects students across the nation, but it also affects students on the campus of UTC.   UTC students sitting on Chamberlin Field   According to Best Colleges, in 2022, 77% of college students experienced …