The historic Patten House — part of the Fort Wood Historic District that overlaps with campus — became part of University of Tennessee at Chattanooga in 1948, when it was bequeathed by Z. C. Patten. Originally completed in 1893 as an Italianate mansion, it featured architectural flourishes like an arcaded porch and central tower. After…
Lookout Wild Film Festival Releases 2026 Trailer, Opens Public Ticket Sales
The 14th annual Lookout Wild Film Festival will take place Jan. 15-18, 2026 at Roland W. Hayes Concert Hall in the UTC Fine Arts Center in downtown Chattanooga. Over four days and seven film sessions, LWFF will showcase a curated lineup of 100 adventure, environmental and outdoors-focused films from around the world, along with stories…
What’s Right With Our Schools: College Quest at UTC
University of Tennessee at Chattanooga’s event College Quest invited high school juniors and seniors — and their families — to explore UTC’s pre-health, engineering, computer science, and technology offerings. During the event, attendees toured labs, met faculty and students, and heard about campus life, academic pathways, and the resources available to support their success. Families…
Join Us For Real Smoke: A Brief History Of Barbecue
Food historian and UTC professor Dr. Mark Johnson will host an event titled Real Smoke: A Brief History of Barbecue alongside chef Erik Niel, offering Chattanooga attendees a rich dive into BBQ’s cultural and culinary heritage. As a history professor at University of Tennessee at Chattanooga and author of a book on the history of Alabama…
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…