CECS News from the UTC Newsroom
The College of Engineering and Computer Science is shaping the future through innovation, problem-solving, and hands-on learning. From groundbreaking research to student achievements and industry partnerships, our community is constantly pushing ideas into real-world impact. These newsroom stories highlights our work—showcasing how faculty, students, and alumni are building solutions that improve lives, strengthen industries, and drive progress forward.
A Moc’s guide to Operation Move In 2026: Tips to help make move-in day at UTC easier and even a little fun
Operation Move In at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga kicks off Aug. 19-20 and marks the beginning of Fall Opening. Whether you’re moving in... read more ❯
Behind the research at UTC: Dr. Reetesh Ranjan
At the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, research reaches from the lab to the launchpad.
Dr. Reetesh Ranjan, an associate professor in the Department of Mechanical... read more ❯
Civil engineering graduate student spends summer with TDOT 
Nishat Tasnim Nisha’s internship at the Tennessee Department of Transportation began with a visit to a University of Tennessee at Chattanooga career fair.
After learning about... read more ❯
Registration opens for third annual Chattanooga Connect hosted by UTC Research Institute
Early-bird registration is now open for Chattanooga Connect 2026, the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga Research Institute’s (UTCRI) third annual conference that brings together leaders... read more ❯
UTC’s Erkan Kaplanoglu and Christopher Stokes honored with 2026 UT System President’s Awards
Two members of the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga family, Dr. Erkan Kaplanoglu and Christopher Stokes, have been named recipients of 2026 UT System President’s... read more ❯
Bringing quantum to the classroom: Teachers explore quantum research and technology at UTC
From June 22-26, Division of Communications and Marketing staff writer Carter Graham spent five days with a cohort of Tennessee middle and high school teachers... read more ❯
GPS campers launch rockets from Chamberlain Field with UTC Rocket Mocs 
Countdowns and cheers erupted from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga’s Chamberlain Field on the morning of Friday, June 26, as a group of Girls... read more ❯
UTC Research Institute announces launch of the Biomechatronics in Healthcare Initiative
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga Research Institute is launching the Biomechatronics in Healthcare Initiative, a cross-campus research effort designed to organize and expand collaborative... read more ❯
UTC highlights quantum research, workforce development at Tennessee Valley Corridor summit
The 2026 Tennessee Valley Corridor National Summit came to Chattanooga on May 28-29 to discuss regional workforce development, quantum technology and economic growth.
University of Tennessee... read more ❯
UTC’s Venkat Kode earns NSF award for sustainable water-harvesting research
Dr. Venkat Kode, an assistant professor of chemical engineering at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, has received a $199,516 National Science Foundation (NSF) Engineering... read more ❯