Kim White, vice chancellor for advancement and executive director of the University of Chattanooga Foundation, retired in September after leading record-setting fundraising and alumni engagement efforts at UTC. Under her leadership, the Foundation’s assets reached $287 million with $38 million in contributions in 2024. Founding Honors College Dean Linda Frost announced she will transition to…
Marty McDonald, UTC Alumna – And “Audacious” Author
Twenty years ago, Marty McDonald was a student here on our campus, the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. Today, she is the founder of Boss Women Media and Elle Olivia – and author of the book, “Audacious: A Bold Guide to Building the Life and Career You Want and Deserve.” Last week, Marty returned to…
Ray Bassett talks about the WUTC Fund Drive on Jed & JR Mornings
Ray Bassett, Editorial Director, Host and Producer at WUTC, joined Jed & JR Mornings on WGOW 102.3 FM to wrap up the station’s fund drive. He thanked the show for supporting their “brothers and sisters down the street” at UTC’s NPR station, which had raised $112,000 of its $126,000 goal at the time. Bassett noted…
Ruby Falls Honors Team Members With Annual Steiner Scholarship
Two UTC students — Amy Johnson and Ryan Davenport — are honored as recipients of the John Thomas Steiner, Sr. Memorial Scholarship, awarded by Ruby Falls for their academic dedication and community service. The John Thomas Steiner, Sr. Collegiate Scholarship, established in 2008, honors the memory of the former Ruby Falls president by recognizing Ruby…
UTC shares the spirit behind Mocs Day of Giving
UTC’s Assistant Vice Chancellor for Alumni Affairs Jeff Cogburn went on This-N-That to discuss Mocs Day of Giving, set for October 7. This event is framed as a communal celebration of generosity—not just a fundraiser. The day encourages alumni, students, parents, and supporters to contribute toward programs, scholarships, and initiatives that support UTC’s growth. Every…