The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga achieved a record-breaking fall 2025 enrollment of 12,060 students, the highest in its 139-year history. Among them were 10,396 undergraduates and a record 1,664 graduate students, with 613 new graduate enrollments—a 38.7% increase from 2024. UTC also welcomed 2,363 first-time, full-time freshmen—the second-highest ever—and 733 new transfer students, up…
UTC’s fall enrollment number sets new record, surpassing 12,000 students
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga set a new enrollment record this fall with 12,060 students, surpassing 12,000 for the first time in its 139-year history. The total includes 10,396 undergraduates and a record 1,664 graduate students, with graduate enrollment up nearly 39% from last year. UTC welcomed 2,363 first-time freshmen and 733 transfer students,…
Dr. Liz Hathaway on Jed & JR Mornings talking about working out as we age
UTC Associate Professor of Health and Human Performance Dr. Liz Hathaway joined WGOW’s Jed & JR Mornings to discuss fitness strategies for older adults. She highlighted the benefits of using heart health tracking devices like Fitbit and Whoop, and emphasized safe workout approaches as people age. Hathaway recommended full-body resistance training twice per week, paired…
UTC Launches RAIL System Library To Support Tennessee School Districts
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga has launched the Rural Assessment Intervention Library (RAIL), a program that provides rural Tennessee school districts with access to various assessment kits and resources—free of charge—for evaluating and supporting students’ needs. Developed by Dr. Amanda Hardin and her team with backing from the UT System Grand Challenges initiative and…
Dr. Chris Smith on Jed & JR Mornings Talking About Tick Season
On WGOW’s Jed & JR Mornings, UTC Director of Nursing Dr. Chris Smith outlined how to prevent tick-borne illness. She talked about wearing long sleeves and long pants outdoors, choosing light-colored clothing to spot ticks quickly, and applying EPA-approved repellents like DEET or OFF as directed. Smith advised full-body checks after time in grass or…