University of Tennessee at Chattanooga engineering students designed and built a concrete canoe as part of a hands-on project, then raced it against a traditional rowing shell in the inaugural “Athletes vs. Engineers” event on the Tennessee River. Despite its roughly 1,000-pound weight, the canoe demonstrated impressive buoyancy and durability. The challenge highlighted UTC’s experiential…
They don’t score touchdowns, but marching bands drive every moment of college football
The article highlights how college marching bands are essential to the energy and tradition of football, even though they don’t score touchdowns, driving the atmosphere and fan experience at games. It explores the physical demands and long hours required of members, with insights from Randall Coleman, current Director of Bands at UTC, on rehearsal schedules…
UTC Vice Chancellor For Research Reinhold Mann Announces Retirement
University of Tennessee at Chattanooga Vice Chancellor for Research Dr. Reinhold Mann has announced his retirement, effective at the end of December after a decade of service. Since joining UTC in 2015 and becoming vice chancellor in 2024, Mann strengthened the University’s research enterprise, expanded external funding, deepened community and national partnerships, and advanced strategic…
UTC Honors More Than 1,100 Degree Candidates At Fall 2025 Commencement
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga celebrated its fall 2025 commencement ceremonies Dec. 12-13 in McKenzie Arena, recognizing 1,111 degree candidates for their academic achievements. The graduates came to UTC from 61 Tennessee counties, 17 states and 10 countries. On Dec. 12, a total of 250 candidates were presented for graduate degrees in 20 fields…
UTC Researchers And Hamilton County Educators Turn NSF Project Into Hydrogen Energy Publication
University of Tennessee at Chattanooga researchers and Hamilton County educators co-authored a paper published in the International Journal of Hydrogen Energy stemming from a National Science Foundation Research Experience for Teachers program. UTC faculty Drs. Rahul Bhosale and Bradley Harris mentored East Ridge High and Tyner Middle High educators through hands-on hydrogen energy research, strengthening…