Residential Curriculum
Vision for Residential Learning
We believe student learning at the University of Tennessee-Chattanooga is not confined to just a traditional classroom. Our professional staff members are educators! Below is our vision for guiding student learning and success in our living environments. We believe residents in our communities will have opportunities to discover, belong, and thrive!
The University of Tennessee – Chattanooga’s Department of Housing and Residence Life connects living and learning to enhance the overall student experience.
Learning Goals:
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Foster Academic Success: Preparing Residents for Graduation.
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Residents should be knowledgeable of available campus academic resources.
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Residents should recognize that living on campus supports their academic success.
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Diversity and Inclusion (Personal Identity): Who residents are and who they want to become.
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Residents should understand that personal identities are intersectional.
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Residents will understand their own cultural context while developing competence and confidence when engaging with diverse communities.
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Personal Growth/Self-Ownership (Wellness): Residents taking responsibility for their decisions and actions.
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Residents should develop skills to learn how to live independently.
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Residents should be able to make responsible decisions about alcohol & drug use.
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Residents should be able to be accountable for their own actions and engage in conflict resolution in an effective way.
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Community Engagement (Connection): Creating lifelong relationships.
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Residents should feel connected to their residence hall community.
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Residents should feel a sense of belonging to the UTC community.