The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga has officially launched its College of Nursing, elevating the longstanding nursing program to full college status effective Jan. 1, 2026 — UTC’s fifth academic college. The change formalizes nursing’s critical role in regional health care workforce development, serving nearly 1,000 students across undergraduate and doctoral programs. UTC Chancellor Lori…
UTC Officially Launches College Of Nursing
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga has officially launched its College of Nursing, elevating a long-standing and impactful academic program to full college status effective Jan. 1, 2026. With nearly 1,000 students enrolled across undergraduate and doctoral nursing programs, it becomes UTC’s fifth academic college, reflecting its critical role in preparing the region’s health care…
Federal education policy to affect advanced nursing programs, but UTC avoids big hit
A new federal education policy proposal could make it harder for graduate-level nursing students to afford advanced training by removing nursing from a list of degrees eligible for larger federal student loans, potentially deepening the national nursing shortage. However, the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga’s nursing programs are positioned to avoid major financial impact from…
UTC nursing program to become standalone college
University of Tennessee at Chattanooga will promote its nursing school to become a fully independent UTC College of Nursing — pending final state approval — in January 2026. This elevation makes it UTC’s fifth academic college, recognizing a program with nearly 1,000 students and a history dating back to 1973. UTC leadership says the shift…
Cempa Community Care Adds Dr. Brooke Epperson And Dr. Reginald Smith To Board Of Directors
Dr. Brooke Epperson, associate director of the UTC School of Nursing, has joined the board of directors of Cempa Community Care, underscoring her commitment to community health and underserved populations. Her appointment reflects Cempa’s emphasis on strengthening healthcare leadership and expanding services across Greater Chattanooga — aligning with UTC’s broader mission to support regional health…