A new East-West relationship aims to improve nursing student outcomes in China. Specifically, educators there are interested in simulation learning techniques used by UTC professors.
New director named at Challenger STEM Learning Center
Perry Storey has been named the new director of the Challenger STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) Learning Center at UTC.
High school students experience teaching profession at UTC Governor’s School
A few weeks ago, Elizabeth Mason and Erinie Yousief were taking notes and studying for finals. Now, the high school students are making their own lesson plans and teaching students as part of their experience at the UTC Governor’s School for Prospective Teachers.
Alumna wins national teaching award
UTC alumna Josalyn Tresvant ‘01, Special Education teacher at Knight Road Elementary in Memphis, Tennessee, was one of four teachers selected for the prestigious 2013 Fishman Prize for Superlative Classroom Practice. More than 570 educators applied for this national honor. She has received $25,000 and has begun a special summer residency with TNTP, the nonprofit organization that offers the award.
Regional tuition program extended
The University of Tennessee Board of Trustees approved an extension of the UTC regional tuition rate program for undergraduates and graduate students.
University featured in Campus Safety Magazine
A UTC emergency management exercise has been featured in Campus Safety, the leading magazine on public safety and security of major hospitals, schools and universities in the United States.
Renée Haugerud featured in “The Glass Hammer”
Renée Haugerud, Founder and Chief Investment Officer and Managing Principal of Galtere Ltd. was interviewed for The Glass Hammer, an award-winning blog and online community created for women executives in finance, law, technology and business.
Getting ready for fall semester
Soon, the leaves will begin turning and campus will be abuzz with new activity. Fall semester classes begin Monday, August 19.
Welcome, Chancellor Steve Angle!
A crowd of faculty, staff, and students gathered in front of historic Founders Hall at The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga to welcome Chancellor Steve Angle for his first day on the job.
Themed Learning Communities set to begin in the fall
When August rolls around, get ready for the familiar sight of a new freshman class on move-in day. As students from across the state, country, and overseas settle into their apartments, meet their roommates for the first time, and become acclimated to the campus and city, some will find themselves asking the question, “What do…