On UTC’s first day of classes, WGOW 102.3’s Jed & JR hosted a live “Mornings” broadcast outside the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga Library. During this segment, Dr. Liz Hathaway, a member of the Health & Human Performance faculty, discussed her student‑centered teaching. Dr. Rick Dierenfeldt highlighted UTC’s Violence Reduction Initiative, noting its role in significant reductions in local firearm‑related crime. Dr. Elizabeth O’Brien unveiled the new B‑HIP behavioral healthcare training program backed by a $2.4 million HRSA grant. Finally, Tim Gritten, Dean of the UTC Library, emphasized the library’s evolving role as an innovation hub. >>> Listen >>>