Amateur Radio is a great hobby, but it's hard to pin down exactly what it's about. A good place to get an idea is at the American Radio Relay League's introduction to Amateur Radio. Learn about what Amateur Radio is, what you can do, and who you'll meet on the air.

Anyone with an interest in Amateur Radio is welcome to join UTARC:
students, faculty, staff and the general public. We encourage licensing through on-campus license classes and a club lending library of materials for new licensees and all upgrades.

In the club you may look forward to participating in contests, foxhunts (hidden transmitter hunts), emergency communications, disaster relief education, National Traffic System (radiogram) message service, satellite and Space Station communications, field expeditions, community service and many fun times in an enriching and enjoyable hobby. If there is something you would like to see the club participate in, feel free to suggest anything, as we always welcome new activities and opportunities.

The Amateur Radio Club at the University of Tennessee was initiated in 1947 by a group of student and faculty Ham radio operators. Since that time, the club has gone through many changes, and various levels of activity. As of Spring 2009, the UT Amateur Radio Club continues to make great progress in building the resources available to members, the University of Tennessee, and the community. Many have been licensed at our monthly tests and membership continues to grow. The progress made thus far is a great tribute to the kind and friendly nature of so many fellow hams and community members.