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Chattanooga State Invites Graduates Back to Campus for Alumni Reception During Homecoming Games

November 16, 2023 | Payton Potter | Event

CHATTANOOGA, TN -- Chattanooga State Community College plans to host its alumni on Nov. 29, 2023, welcoming them back to campus with a reception and... Read More about Globalization on Campus: A Chattanooga Case Study
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Chattanooga State Community College Staff Member and TCAT Student Honored on Veterans Day 2023

November 10, 2023 | Payton Potter | Staff Spotlight, Student Success

On Veterans Day 2023, TBR, the College System of Tennessee honored two Chattanooga State Community College veterans with a Chancellor’s Commendation for... Read More about Globalization on Campus: A Chattanooga Case Study
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How Can I Save An Emergency Fund?

November 10, 2023 | Dale Grisso | Financial Literacy

One time, when talking to a student about the money in her bank account, she told me, “If I see it, I spend it.” To save money, she only had one choice:... Read More about Globalization on Campus: A Chattanooga Case Study
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Your Journey to Success at ChattState

October 27, 2023 | Chris Lykins | Student Success

Hey there, current and future Tigers! At ChattState, we've crafted a plan with you at its heart. Here's what we have in store to help you reach your goals... Read More about Globalization on Campus: A Chattanooga Case Study
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Chattanooga State Inducts 35 Into Spire Honor Society

October 23, 2023 | Chris Lykins | Student Success

Chattanooga State Community College celebrates the induction of 35 adult students into the Spire Honor Society. Spire is the #1 nationally recognized... Read More about Globalization on Campus: A Chattanooga Case Study
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Leveling Up: Chattanooga State’s Google Certificates Propel Professionals

October 13, 2023 | Other | In the News

Yasmin Rubayo, Business Trend—"In Greater Chattanooga, Chattanooga State Community College marries education and workforce development to facilitate... Read More about Globalization on Campus: A Chattanooga Case Study
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Chattanooga State Presents Oktoberfest Open House 2023!

October 13, 2023 | Chris Lykins | Event

Chattanooga State is thrilled to invite the community to its annual Oktoberfest Open House on Saturday, October 21, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the... Read More about Globalization on Campus: A Chattanooga Case Study
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What Is on My Credit Report?

October 12, 2023 | Dale Grisso | Financial Literacy

Credit has been a hot topic among students for a long time. You may want to know what impacts your credit score both positively and negatively. To know... Read More about Globalization on Campus: A Chattanooga Case Study
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Ann Ehmling Memorial Scholarship established at Chattanooga State

October 5, 2023 | Chris Lykins | College Advancement

Chattanooga, TN—A new endowed scholarship has been established through the Chattanooga State Foundation with a $28,000 donation from MedicTests to serve... Read More about Globalization on Campus: A Chattanooga Case Study
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MedicTests Establishes Chattanooga State Scholarship Honoring EMS Hero Scobey Newman

September 28, 2023 | Chris Lykins | College Advancement

Chattanooga, TN—MedicTests, a leading online platform for emergency medical education, donated $25,000 to the Chattanooga State Foundation to establish... Read More about Globalization on Campus: A Chattanooga Case Study
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Valmont® Trade Program Welcomes 24 Apprentice and Pre-Apprentice Students Amid Growing Need for Skilled Trade Workers

September 25, 2023 | Other | In the News

Valmont—"Valmont Industries, Inc., a global leader that provides vital infrastructure and advances agricultural productivity while driving innovation... Read More about Globalization on Campus: A Chattanooga Case Study
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Chattanooga State Announces Excellence in Philanthropy Award

September 18, 2023 | Suzanne Harris | College Advancement

Chattanooga State Community College hosted a ceremony on July 30th honoring Executive Women International of Chattanooga (EWI) with the Chancellor’s Award... Read More about Globalization on Campus: A Chattanooga Case Study
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Celebrate Hispanic Heritage at Chattanooga State's 8th Annual Latin Festival

September 13, 2023 | Nancy Patterson | College Advancement, Student Success

Chattanooga, TN— Don't miss out on Chattanooga State's 8th Annual Latin Festival on Saturday, October 14th. It's a celebration of Hispanic culture packed... Read More about Globalization on Campus: A Chattanooga Case Study
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Chattanooga State Appoints Dr. Wendolyn Davis as Executive Director of Pathway Alignment

August 17, 2023 | Nancy Patterson | Staff Spotlight

Chattanooga, Tennessee, August 17, 2023 - Chattanooga State Community College is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Wendolyn Davis as the... Read More about Globalization on Campus: A Chattanooga Case Study
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Chattanooga State Names Brad McCormick as Vice President for Technology

August 2, 2023 | Nancy Patterson | Press Release

August 2, 2023, Chattanooga, TN—Chattanooga State is pleased to announce the appointment of Brad McCormick as the Vice President for Technology. Dr.... Read More about Globalization on Campus: A Chattanooga Case Study
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Two ChattState Employees Honored with House Joint Resolution for Excellence in Education

July 21, 2023 | Nancy Patterson | Faculty Spotlight, Staff Spotlight

Chattanooga, TN—Chattanooga State Community College is pleased to announce that two employees, Janaria McIntosh and Dale Grisso, have received a House... Read More about Globalization on Campus: A Chattanooga Case Study
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Chattanooga State wins state approval to proceed with $20 million expansion in Rhea County, $10.2 million project in Chattanooga

July 21, 2023 | Times Free Press | In the News

Andy Sher, Chattanooga Times Free Press—The Tennessee State Building Commission has approved Chattanooga State Community College's estimated $20 million... Read More about Globalization on Campus: A Chattanooga Case Study
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Simulated Active Shooter Training Scheduled at Chattanooga State on August 9

July 20, 2023 | Nancy Patterson | Press Release

Chattanooga, Tennessee, July 20, 2023 —Chattanooga State announces a simulated active shooter training scheduled to take place on Wednesday, August 9,... Read More about Globalization on Campus: A Chattanooga Case Study
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Are Student Loans Affecting Your Financial Future?

July 17, 2023 | Dale Grisso | Financial Literacy

Student loans: a necessary evil or a pathway to success? Working in the Financial Aid Office at Chattanooga State, I've seen it all. Some people are... Read More about Globalization on Campus: A Chattanooga Case Study
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New Electric Vehicle Engineering Technology AAS Degree Launches in the Fall

July 13, 2023 | Chris Lykins | Press Release

On July 11, 2023, the Tennessee Higher Education Commission approved Chattanooga State Community College’s request to launch a new Electric Vehicle... Read More about Globalization on Campus: A Chattanooga Case Study
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Chattanooga State To Honor Diane Parks at Dinner of Firsts

July 6, 2023 | Tammy Sawyers | College Advancement, Press Release

Chattanooga State’s Dinner of Firsts celebration is scheduled for Thursday evening, November 9, 2023, at The Chattanoogan Hotel.  Read More about Globalization on Campus: A Chattanooga Case Study
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TCAT at ChattState Students Lead the State in Medals for National SkillsUSA Competition in Atlanta

July 5, 2023 | Chris Lykins | Faculty Spotlight, Press Release, Student Success

Career and technical education students from Tennessee technical colleges won 68 medals at the 2023 SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference.... Read More about Globalization on Campus: A Chattanooga Case Study
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Chattanooga State, Volkswagen of America, Audi of America, and the Collision Repair Education Foundation Celebrate Donation of 12 Vehicles

June 29, 2023 | Nancy Patterson | Press Release

CHATTANOOGA, TN–June 29, 2023 –In partnership with Volkswagen of America, Audi of America, and the Collision Repair Education Foundation (CREF),... Read More about Globalization on Campus: A Chattanooga Case Study
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Chattanooga State Notifies 1,244 Affected by Security Incident with Complimentary Credit Monitoring

June 27, 2023 | Nancy Patterson | Press Release

Chattanooga State Community College was the target of a ransomware attack discovered on May 6.  The College takes the privacy and security of its... Read More about Globalization on Campus: A Chattanooga Case Study
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Automotive Toolkit Initiative partners, from left: Dan Baird, Sonic Automotive; Austin Watson, Mountain View Auto Group; Brent Morgan, Integrity Automotive Group; Dr. Jim Barrott, Chattanooga State; Brad Cobb, Bowers Automotive Group; Dr. Rebecca Ashford, Chattanooga State; Mayor Weston Wamp; Ken Nichols, Crown Automotive Group; Ed Emerson, Capital Toyota/Lexus of Chattanooga. Missing from the photo is Bill Stout, Acura of Chattanooga.

Award-Winning Automotive Toolkit Initiative Equips Students with Necessary Tools

June 21, 2023 | Kathy Bradshaw | College Advancement, Press Release

An age-old expression says a worker is only as good as their tools, and there’s a good deal of truth in this. Although tools alone don’t make someone a... Read More about Globalization on Campus: A Chattanooga Case Study
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Chattanooga State to Resume May 8th 13-Week Classes, Start May 30th Classes On time and Re-Open Advising & Registration

May 19, 2023 | Nancy Patterson | Press Release

Chattanooga, Tennessee, May 19, 2023—Chattanooga State is preparing to resume currently delayed May 8th 13-week classes and to start the May 30th classes... Read More about Globalization on Campus: A Chattanooga Case Study
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Chattanooga State's Cyber Incident Update: Investigation and Recovery Underway

May 10, 2023 | Nancy Patterson | Press Release

Chattanooga State Community College is currently investigating a cyber incident that was discovered on Saturday, May 6th. The college is actively working... Read More about Globalization on Campus: A Chattanooga Case Study
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A Prosperous Career in Tennessee

April 25, 2023 | Times Free Press | In the News

OPINION, Leslie Gower, Times Free Press—"The fanfare of high school graduation season is upon us with prom, graduation, and hefty decisions on what the... Read More about Globalization on Campus: A Chattanooga Case Study
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For transfer student from Chatt State, coming to UTC “was magical for me”

April 20, 2023 | Other | In the News

Did you know for the academic school year 2021–2022, 33% of ChattState and the Tennessee College for Applied Technology (TCAT) graduates transferred to 4-... Read More about Globalization on Campus: A Chattanooga Case Study
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Advancing Healthcare Education: Chattanooga State Community College Names Dr. Martina Suttle Harris as Dean of Nursing and Allied Health

April 12, 2023 | Chris Lykins | Press Release

Chattanooga State Community College announces Dr. Martina Suttle Harris as the new Dean of Nursing and Allied Health, bringing her expertise to advance... Read More about Globalization on Campus: A Chattanooga Case Study

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