SORBA Chattanooga, in partnership with UTC, has launched a 2025 Trail User Survey inviting hikers, bikers, walkers, and non-trail users to contribute. The survey aims to assess usage, community value, and economic impact of Chattanooga’s trails—helping guide long-term planning and funding advocacy. Results, including an economic impact report on mountain biking in Hamilton County, are…
UTC Markets Highlight Campus Community
UTC hosted Scrappy’s Market, a free biweekly produce event, alongside a student-run marketplace, both on campus. Scrappy’s brings fresh fruits and vegetables to students, staff, and faculty, promoting healthy living. The student market featured homemade goods, art, jewelry, clothing, and more—giving peers the chance to browse and support campus entrepreneurs. >>>Watch>>>
Bruce’s journey to become first female chancellor of UTC
New UTC Chancellor Dr. Lori Bruce was profiled in the October edition of the Times Free Press’ Edge Magazine. This story highlighted her journey to become UTC’s first female chancellor and weaves together her rural upbringing, academic ambition, and resolve to empower her community. Raised on a working farm, she developed resilience and a passion…
The Future Of Tech In Transportation: Chattanooga Connect
Chattanooga Connect was launched last year by our campus, the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. The conference convenes industry leaders, policymakers and researchers to explore that future of tech in transportation – including A.I., connected mobility and digital infrastructure. This year’s conference is Monday, October 6th through Wednesday, October 8th at the Chattanooga Convention Center…
Opinion: The need for yes-and paths for post-secondary education in Tennessee
A decade after business leaders highlighted local workforce gaps, Chattanooga 2.0 and Future Ready Institutes have transformed education by linking K-12 learning with career pathways. Now, 1,900 students earn industry certifications annually—up from just 66 in 2018. UT System President Randy Boyd champions a “yes-and” approach, emphasizing both college degrees and technical training. With record…