The Chattanooga City Council approved partnering with University of Tennessee at Chattanooga public policy expert Dr. Chris Acuff to develop a comprehensive five-year economic outlook for the city. Acuff is a state-certified finance officer who specializes in public policy research and has worked with the city and the county on past analysis projects. >>>Read More>>>
Oak Ridge National Laboratory to host two new AI supercomputers
The Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is set to expand its computing arsenal with two cutting-edge AI supercomputers—“Lux” and “Discovery”—to boost U.S. leadership in science, energy and national security. One of ORNL’s key partners is the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (UTC), further enhancing quantum and AI research collaboration and aligning with Chattanooga’s growing tech…
After a flat year, Chattanooga economist says region could see weak job growth
Howard Wall is the director and chief economist of the Center for Regional Economic Research and a professor of practice in the Department of Finance and Economics in the Gary W. Rollins College of Business. He frequently gives his insight on various topics of note in local, regional and national media. In this Times Free…
How communication and lifelong learning unlock career advancement
UTC’s Mark Mendenhall, the J. Burton Frierson Chair of Excellence in Business Leadership, reminds us that everyone is a leader in some capacity—whether managing teams, families, or friendships. He defines leadership as influence and outlines four key steps: awareness of one’s leadership role, honest self-assessment, intentional skill development, and mastery of technical knowledge. Mendenhall emphasizes…
Bruce’s journey to become first female chancellor of UTC
New UTC Chancellor Dr. Lori Bruce was profiled in the October edition of the Times Free Press’ Edge Magazine. This story highlighted her journey to become UTC’s first female chancellor and weaves together her rural upbringing, academic ambition, and resolve to empower her community. Raised on a working farm, she developed resilience and a passion…