UTC police and partner agencies used artificial intelligence technology during last week’s false active shooter report on campus. The university’s 900-camera security network includes about 200 units with Volt AI, which can detect weapons, fights, fires, and more. Director of Public Safety Brett Fuchs said the system showed no weapon before officers entered the library,…
Dr. Liz Hathaway on Jed & JR Mornings talking about working out as we age
UTC Associate Professor of Health and Human Performance Dr. Liz Hathaway joined WGOW’s Jed & JR Mornings to discuss fitness strategies for older adults. She highlighted the benefits of using heart health tracking devices like Fitbit and Whoop, and emphasized safe workout approaches as people age. Hathaway recommended full-body resistance training twice per week, paired…
UTC Associate Professor of Political Science Dr. Jeremy Strickler was a guest on WGOW’s Jed & JR Mornings
UTC Associate Professor of Political Science Dr. Jeremy Strickler was a guest on WGOW’s Jed & JR Mornings show to talk about some of the recent national headlines around the redrawing of congressional maps and the role of gerrymandering in American politics. He explained that the U.S. Constitution requires a population count every 10 years,…
UTC Launches RAIL System Library To Support Tennessee School Districts
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga has launched the Rural Assessment Intervention Library (RAIL), a program that provides rural Tennessee school districts with access to various assessment kits and resources—free of charge—for evaluating and supporting students’ needs. Developed by Dr. Amanda Hardin and her team with backing from the UT System Grand Challenges initiative and…
Dr. Chris Smith on Jed & JR Mornings Talking About Tick Season
On WGOW’s Jed & JR Mornings, UTC Director of Nursing Dr. Chris Smith outlined how to prevent tick-borne illness. She talked about wearing long sleeves and long pants outdoors, choosing light-colored clothing to spot ticks quickly, and applying EPA-approved repellents like DEET or OFF as directed. Smith advised full-body checks after time in grass or…