April 8th, 2024

Dear Chattanooga State Community,

The end of the spring semester is approaching quickly. This time of the year can be very exciting and stressful at the same time. If you are graduating, you are likely looking forward to celebrating your accomplishments with your families and transitioning to the next phase of your life. Whether you are graduating or continuing at Chattanooga State, the next three weeks will be busy as you finish your final assignments and prepare for final exams.

Despite the tremendous accomplishments you have made by getting to the final three weeks of the semester, you might be feeling unsure of yourself and your ability to successfully complete your classes. If this sounds like you, I encourage you to take advantage of the resources we offer to help you succeed.

Your first resource is always the faculty teaching your courses. If you don’t know how you’re doing in class or need pointers on how to successfully complete a course, talk to your teacher. Your instructor can tell you where you stand and how you can improve, if needed.

Take advantage of the resources within easy reach outside of your classes to help you succeed. We have free tutoring in a variety of subjects available both in person and online. If you need a little support in math, our Math Center can help you. If you need assistance with writing a paper, visit the Reading and Writing Center.

In addition to utilizing these resources, I encourage you to stay focused for the next few weeks. Eliminate as many distractions as possible. Some distractions are not possible to eliminate, like caring for family members, but other distractions are within your control—like scrolling social media. Also, focus on what you need to do today. Break your final three weeks into small pieces so that you are not overwhelmed. Check off your to-do list to feel a sense of accomplishment. Remember, each small step you take gets you one step closer to your goal.

You can do this. It might be challenging, but it will be worth it.

 

Register Now for Summer and Fall

March is advising month, be sure to schedule an appointment with your advisor so you can register for summer and fall classes.

Summer Classes begin May 6, May 28, and July 2.

This year, if you are a TN Promise student, TN Promise will cover Summer Classes even if you're only taking one class!

 

Fall Classes begin August 19.

For Fall 2024 classes, current students who register by April 30, will be entered for a chance to win 1 of 20-$100 gift cards. Students who register before April 15, will have their names entered twice!

 

There’s a New Tiger at ChattState and He Wants to Hear from You!

On March 28, you will receive a text message from Ben G., our new ChattState mascot. Ben G. can answer your questions about ChattState whether it’s a question about registering for classes, finishing your FAFSA, or anything else ChattState-related—Ben G. and ChattState are here for you!

 

Upcoming Events

  • April 9, A Revolution in Planet Formation
    6:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m., Health Science Center
    Join guest speaker Dr. Charles Law, a NASA Fellow for his lecture on “A Revolutions in Planet Formation” in the Health Science Center. A reception will be held at 6 p.m. and the lecture will begin at 7 p.m. Be sure to stick around for the Star Party that will begin at 8 p.m. in the HSC parking lot.
     

  • April 17, Movie on the Lawn, 8:00 PM–9:00 PM, HFA Lawn
    Join us at sunset to watch the Super Mario Bros. movie at the Sculpture Garden in front of the HFA. This event is family-friendly and will have FREE concessions. Don't forget your blanket or lawn chair.
     

  • April 25, Give Yourselves a Hand! 11:00 AM–1:00 PM
    Students can make wax hand molds to celebrate the end of the academic year.
     

  • April 29–May 2, Coffee & Crafts 8:00 AM–4:00 PM, Student Experience Office Suite
    Come decorate your graduation cap or make any craft you want while enjoying complimentary coffee! This is a great way to blow off steam during finals week.

 

Additional STUDENT LIFE Events

  • April 10, 6:00 PM–9:00 PM, Auditorium
    The Masked Tiger Talent Showcase
     
  • April 11, 5:30 PM–8:30 PM, Gym 
    Hats Off to Excellence Awards Ceremony
     
  • April 23, 11:00 AM, Ampitheater
    SGA President and VP Candidates Meet the Campus 

 

ATHLETICS (Home Games)

Women’s Softball

  • April 10, 2:00 PM
    vs. Roane State
     
  • April 15, 2:00 PM
    vs. Northwest Shoals
     
  • April 17, 2:00 PM
    vs. Wallace State
     
  • April 19, 2:00 PM
    vs. Cleveland State
     
  • April 22, 3:00 PM
    vs. Georgia Highlands
     
  • April 26, 2:00 PM
    vs. Columbia State
     
  • April 27, 12:00 PM
    vs. Columbia State


Men’s Baseball

  • April 12, 2:00 PM
    vs. Jackson State
     
  • April 13, 12:00 PM
    vs. Jackson State
     
  • April 17, 4:00 PM
    vs. Covenant College JV
     
  • April 26, 2:00 PM
    vs. Columbia State
     
  • April 27, 12:00 PM
    vs. Columbia State

 

Sincerely,
Rebecca Ashford, Ed.D.
President