Dr. Tommie F. Brown, former UTC faculty and Chattanooga state representative, was remembered for her lifelong commitment to social justice, education and community service. The Unity Group of Chattanooga honored her leadership in transforming city governance, expanding representation and advocating for vulnerable children. Brown founded UTC’s Social Work program and broke barriers as an academic…
Economic report predicts sluggish job growth in Chattanooga area
The WDEF report highlighted a new economic forecast from the UTC Center for Regional Economic Research predicting that job growth in the Chattanooga area will remain sluggish through much of 2026, with about 5,000 new jobs expected — below the region’s average pace. Dr. Howard Wall noted that national economic trends and slow manufacturing contribute…
UTC upgrades College of Nursing
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga has elevated its nursing program by officially launching the College of Nursing as of Jan. 1, 2026, making it UTC’s fifth academic college with nearly 1,000 students enrolled. The program — a regional nursing workforce leader since 1973 — boasts a 100 % employment rate for graduates. UTC Chancellor…
What’s Right With Our Schools: College Quest at UTC
University of Tennessee at Chattanooga’s event College Quest invited high school juniors and seniors — and their families — to explore UTC’s pre-health, engineering, computer science, and technology offerings. During the event, attendees toured labs, met faculty and students, and heard about campus life, academic pathways, and the resources available to support their success. Families…
UTC Honors Local Heroes at Annual Veterans Day Luncheon
At University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, students, staff and community members gathered at the Wolford Family Athletic Center for the annual Veterans Day luncheon honoring local heroes. Terry Ellis — a professor of nursing and first lieutenant in the Army National Guard — served as keynote speaker, sharing his experiences caring for injured soldiers and…