Best-selling author and UTC alumna Marty McDonald will join fellow alum Terrell Owens for a book-launch event at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga on Oct. 31. The event celebrates McDonald’s latest work and their shared UTC connection. The event, scheduled as part of UTC’s homecoming activities, will include a discussion and public appearance highlighting…
UTC Hosts Book Launch, Fireside Chat With Alumna Marty McDonald, NFL Hall Of Famer Terrell Owens Oct. 31
UTC is hosting a book launch and fireside-chat event featuring the new book by UTC alumna Marty McDonald. The engaging evening brings together students, faculty and community members for a casual conversation about the book’s themes, the author’s journey and the broader implications for Chattanooga’s educational and civic landscape. The event underscores UTC’s commitment to…
Terrell Owens Inspires Students
Terrell Owens, NFL Hall of Famer and former Mocs standout, visited Hixson Middle School in Chattanooga to motivate students by sharing personal stories about belief, focus, and perseverance. He emphasized how his time at University of Tennessee at Chattanooga shaped his mindset and urged students to stay committed to their goals. His visit was part…
UTC report: Home prices still rising in Chattanooga, but faster income growth is helping
The recent study by the Center for Regional Economic Research (CRER) at University of Tennessee at Chattanooga shows median list home prices in the Chattanooga metro jumped about 39 % between 2019 and 2025. Meanwhile, real median household income rose 13.5 % from 2019 to 2024—well above the 3.9 % national rate. Despite this income…
City Council OKs paying up to $20K for financial analysis
The Chattanooga City Council approved partnering with University of Tennessee at Chattanooga public policy expert Dr. Chris Acuff to develop a comprehensive five-year economic outlook for the city. Acuff is a state-certified finance officer who specializes in public policy research and has worked with the city and the county on past analysis projects. >>>Read More>>>