On November 21, 2025, the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga formally invested Lori Mann Bruce as its 19th chancellor and first woman to hold the role, in a ceremony at McKenzie Arena that brought together students, faculty, staff, alumni and community leaders. Chancellor Bruce acknowledged the University’s rich 139-year history and outlined her vision centered…
UTC To Hold Investiture Ceremony For Chancellor Lori Bruce
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga will hold a formal Investiture for Dr. Lori Mann Bruce as its 19th chancellor at 3 p.m. on Friday, November 21, 2025, in McKenzie Arena. The event is open to the public with doors opening at 1:30 p.m. The ceremony includes remarks from Chancellor Bruce, UT System President Randy…
Dr. Bruce joined Jed & JR Mornings to talk about Homecoming 2025 and all things UTC
UTC Chancellor Dr. Lori Mann Bruce spent two 30-minute segments on Jed & JR Mornings today on WGOW 102.3 FM. They touched on all of the things Dr. Bruce has dealt with at UTC during her first few months on the job. They touched on everything UTC, but Homecoming was the big theme of the…
Cheryl Montgomery Named Chief Of Staff To UTC Chancellor Lori Bruce
Cheryl Montgomery has been appointed as Chief of Staff to Lori Bruce at University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, effective Monday, Nov. 3, 2025. In this role she will serve as a senior strategic advisor, helping advance institutional priorities, manage complex initiatives and strengthen collaboration both across campus and with the broader Chattanooga community. >>>Read More>>>
Dr. Bruce on Tennessee Today — A Podcast from State Senator Bo Watson
On Episode 10 of Tennessee Today with State Senator and proud UTC alumnus Bo Watson (’83), UTC Chancellor Dr. Lori Bruce—just 90 days into her tenure—discussed campus safety, student success, and the value of a college degree in 2025. She highlighted UTC’s strong financial outcomes—over half of students graduate debt-free—along with new pathways for working…