August 19, 2021

Dear Chattanooga State Family, 

Congratulations! You have nearly completed the first week of the fall 2021 semester. If you are taking first 7-week session courses, you have completed a significant percentage of your classes after just one week. Well done! 

It has been wonderful to see so many students back on campus this week. I would like to thank so many of you for wearing facemasks while indoors this week, even if you have received the COVID-19 vaccine. With the upswing in COVID-19 infections in our community, wearing masks can help us mitigate the spread of the virus on campus. My hope is that our infection numbers will remain low, and we can continue with on-ground classes. 

If you are interested in receiving the COVID-19 vaccine, Get Vaccinated Chattanooga is hosting a vaccine clinic on campus on Friday, August 20. More information about that clinic is listed below. Additional information regarding the COVID-19 vaccine is available on the Hamilton County Health Department website.  

I look forward to seeing you on campus next week and as the semester progresses. 

Student Spotlight: Hannah Nicole Witt
Achieve Your Goals
Get Vaccinated Chattanooga Event
Mask Recommendation While Indoors
Student Resources—We’re Here to Help
Student Life Events and Activities 

We are resilient. We are innovative. We are united. We are ChattState. 

Sincerely,
Rebecca Ashford, Ed.D.
President 

Student Spotlight: Hannah Nicole Witt 

Hannah Nicole Witt has been selected as a 2021 Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholar and will receive a scholarship. The Leaders of Promise Scholarship, sponsored by the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation, recognizes Phi Theta Kappa members. 

 This year’s recipients were selected by a panel of independent judges from more than 900 applicants. Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholars are selected based on outstanding academic achievement and demonstrated leadership potential.

Congratulations, Hannah on your outstanding academic achievements and leadership.

Achieve Your Goals 

We have resources on campus to help you achieve your goals, whether you are in a 7-week class or a 15-week class, we are here to help you succeed!

  • Math Center
    Located on the second floor of the IMC building, in room 225, the Math Center available to help students with all levels of Math. The center is equipped with over 180 computers for student use, and Math faculty and tutors are always available to assist students​.

    Monday – Thursday 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
    Friday  8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
    Saturday 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
     

  • Andrews Reading & Writing Center
    Whether you are having trouble getting started on an assignment or have a complete draft ready for review, our tutors are happy to help with any any written assignment for any class.
     

  • Tutoring
    Chattanooga State offers FREE on-demand, online tutoring through Tutor.com. The service is easy to use and can be accessed from your instructor’s syllabus in eLearn. Tutors are available to you 24/7.
     

  • Available computer labs across campus
    The library will be open and computers will be available for homework and online/virtual class attendance.

    Engineering and IT students will have access to Rooms 215 and 216 in the Wacker Institute on a first-come, first-served basis.

    TCAT students will have access to TCAT 60 and TCAT 38 computer labs. Please note, these labs may be closed for testing purposes a few times per week. You should confirm hours of operation with your TCAT instructors.

    Additional space may be made available as the need arises.
     

Get Vaccinated Chattanooga

Get Vaccinated Chattanooga (GVC) is hosting a vaccination COVID-19 clinic on Friday, August 20 from 3–5PM, at the ChattState Gym. Any student who gets vaccinated will receive a gift card up to $100 from GVC.  All three vaccines will be administered (J&J, Pfizer, & Moderna).  For those that get the J&J, they will get $100 gift card on the spot. For those who get Pfizer or Moderna they will receive a $50 gift card at time of 1st dose and the other $50 gift card when they return for the second dose. 

Mask Recommendation When Indoors

Chattanooga State is currently operating with unlimited campus access and a mask recommendation when indoors regardless of vaccination status. 

Self-Report a Covid Positive Diagnosis

During this semester, if you experience a positive COVID diagnosis, we request that you let us know through our Student/Staff/Faculty or Visitor/Economic Workforce Development self-reporting forms. For more information read, “How to Use the COVID-19 Self Reporting Form.”

 

Student Resources—We’re Here to Help

  • Tutoring: Virtual tutoring services are available to you. 

  • Emergency Aid: The Student Support Center is available to assist students struggling to meet their basic needs. Please use the Wellness Check on TigerWeb to let us know if you need assistance. 

  • Technology Support: Devices (laptops, hotspots, etc.) are available through the College. To request a device, complete the technology request form. Technology will continue to be available for students as long as they remain enrolled. 

  • Support Services: Chattanooga State is dedicated to delivering support services and resources to assist our students. Visit the virtual Student Support Center to learn more about the many services offered. 

  • Academic Resources: Visit the Fall 2021 Update page for a listing of academic resources, including links to the Math Center, Andrews Reading and Writing Center, the Testing Center, Kolwyck Library, and more. 

  • Student Assistance Library Campus Guide: We now have a Campus Guide for students to provide assistance with eLearn / Virtual Classes / Proctoring / Accessibility / etc. 

  • Career Services Center: The Career Services Center is available to provide services online or by phone to Chattanooga State students, alumni, faculty and staff. Services include career counseling & assistance with selecting a major, job search planning, resume writing assistance, interview skills, and more. Visit JOBlink to view job and internship opportunities. To schedule an appointment for any service, please call 423-697-4421 or email careers@chattanoogastate.edu. The Career Services Virtual Office hours are Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 

  • Food: The Tiger Cupboard provides supplemental food and other necessities for students in need. Visit for more information. 

  • Tennessee Board of Regents Student Resources: We know that the global COVID-19 (coronavirus) outbreak has been causing a great deal of uncertainty, anxiety, and stress for students across Tennessee. Please know that you are not alone.
     

Student Life Events and Activities

All students are welcome to join! Check out your Student Life Calendar of Events—we have lots of events scheduled—join us!