Dear Chattanooga State Community,
I recently read a short book by Admiral William H. McRaven. In this book, Admiral McRaven discusses the life lessons he learned in Navy SEAL training and how those lessons could change the world.
The last lesson he highlights is about perseverance. In SEAL training, if the students want to quit, if the training is just too much, if the students no longer want to wake up early, go on long runs, or swim in freezing cold water, all they have to do is ring a bell. If they ring that bell, they get to sleep in, they get comfort, they get relaxation. They also give up on a dream. As McRaven says, “If you want to change the world, don’t ever, ever ring the bell.”
You might be feeling like you cannot make it any longer. The end of the semester might seem too much to take. You may want to leave the challenges of college behind and give up. You are almost to the finish line. Hang in there. Never, ever ring the bell.
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Summer Classes begin May 6, May 28, and July 2.
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Fall Classes begin August 19.
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Upcoming Events
Career Services
For a full list of career services opportunities, check out the Career Services page.
April 23, 11:00 AM–2:00 PM, OMNI Breezeway
Healthcare Job Fair
Join us for a collaboration between American Job Centers, Chattanooga State Community College, and Tennessee Managed Care Organizations to explore career opportunities in healthcare. Discover how healthcare extends beyond hospital care — learn about Home and Community-Based Services. Education and career development are intertwined — don't wait until you need a career to start finding one! Questions? Contact Career Services at 423-697-4421 or visit Student Center Room 216
Student Life
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April 23, 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
April 25, 11:00 AM–1:00 PM, Student Experience Office Suite
Give Yourselves a Hand!
Students can make wax hand molds to celebrate the end of the academic year.
April 29–May 2, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM, Student Experience Office Suite
Coffee & Crafts
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.
Athletics (Home Games)
Check out the ChattState Tigers Official Athletic Page to keep up with all things ChattState athletics!
Women’s Softball
- 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 26, 2:00 PM
vs. Columbia State
- April 27, 12:00 PM
vs. Columbia State
Sincerely,
Rebecca Ashford, Ed.D.
President