The theme of Homecoming Week 2022 is “Under the C,” and volunteer diver Jimmy Lowrey holds a University of Tennessee at Chattanooga football helmet in the Secret Reef at the Tennessee Aquarium
photo by Doug Strickland/Tennessee Aquarium
Every September, the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga celebrates Founder’s Week to commemorate the University’s establishment in 1886.
Every fall, Homecoming Week brings alumni back to campus for events, activities and football—and to join current UTC students in showcasing “Blue and Gold” school pride.
The two pillars of University tradition coincide this week.
“With Founder’s Week and Homecoming occurring at the same time, this is a tremendous opportunity for our alumni to connect with the new class of Mocs and for people to get involved, engaged and appreciate how far we’ve come as an institution,” said UTC Chancellor Steven R.
Angle.
“It’s a chance for alumni to share some of the traditions that have meant a lot to them with our new students, and our current students can really benefit from getting to know our alumni and taking advantage of their experience and wisdom.”
Founder’s Week is an annual weeklong celebration commemorating the first day in the University’s history. On Sept. 15, 1886, Chattanooga University opened its doors for the first time with a teaching staff of seven and an enrollment of 118 students.
As part of the week’s activities, Angle will deliver his annual State of the University address at noon on Friday, Sept. 16, on the Chamberlain Field Pavilion.
The theme of Homecoming Week 2022 is “Under the C,” and festivities include a 5:30 p.m. kickoff pep rally this afternoon on Chamberlain Field—featuring University and city officials, the UTC Spirit Squads and the Marching Mocs. The student Homecoming Court will be introduced as part of the event.