A decade after business leaders highlighted local workforce gaps, Chattanooga 2.0 and Future Ready Institutes have transformed education by linking K-12 learning with career pathways. Now, 1,900 students earn industry certifications annually—up from just 66 in 2018. UT System President Randy Boyd champions a “yes-and” approach, emphasizing both college degrees and technical training. With record UTC enrollment, aligned transfer pathways, and programs like UT Promise, Tennessee is proving post-secondary education can blend opportunity, affordability, and workforce readiness. >>>Read More>>>