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…
Dr. Kumar Yelamarthi, Dr. Chris Smith and Chancellor Lori Bruce on Jed & JR Mornings on the first day of class
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 the second hour, UTC’s new leadership and academic deans took the hot seat. Dr. Kumar Yelamarthi, Dean of the College of Engineering & Computer Science, emphasized a “students-first” approach, the…
Megan McKnight and Rusty Wright on Jed & JR Mornings on the first day of class
On UTC’s first day of classes, WGOW 102.3’s Jed & JR Mornings hosted a live broadcast outside the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga Library. They welcomed Megan McKnight, director of UTC’s Center for Wellbeing, who spoke about wellness initiatives—including naloxone training, peer support, and UTC’s Mocs Recovery Program (now fully accredited)—and her White House recognition…
Dr. Rick Dierenfeldt Discusses Road Rage and Other Topics on Jed & JR Mornings
UC Foundation Associate Professor of Criminal Justice Rick Dierenfeldt joined Jed & JR Mornings on WGOW 102.3 FM to share insights on road rage prevention, emphasizing calm responses and awareness. He also discussed federal oversight of the Washington, D.C. police department and its implications for law enforcement. Dierenfeldt provided an overview of criminal justice coursework…
Katherine Goforth Elverd on Jed & JR Mornings about UTC’s music therapy program
UTC Director of Music Therapy Katherine Goforth Elverd discussed UTC’s evolving music therapy program, highlighting clinical placements and community outreach. She emphasized how music therapy supports emotional, cognitive, and physical rehabilitation across all ages—from pediatric settings to elder care and mental health. Elverd explained that graduates can find employment in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, schools, hospices,…