The 2024 Meacham Writers’ Workshop, a free event open to the public, takes place from Sept. 26-28 at the UTC Library, the University Center and at Stove Works (1250 E. 13th St. in Chattanooga). The workshop’s mission is to provide UTC students and underserved community members with greater access to the literary arts.
UTC Fine Arts Center Announces UTC LIVE! Performing Arts Series, Theatre and Music Dates for 2024-2025
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga Fine Arts Center, a premier venue for outstanding music and theatre, has announced its much-anticipated UTC LIVE! 2024-2025 Performing Arts Series.
Dr. JAy Blackman appointed UTC Vice Chancellor of Communications and Marketing
Chancellor Steven R. Angle has appointed Dr. JAy Blackman as the University’s vice chancellor of communications and marketing, effective Oct. 1, 2024. Blackman, who has served as the University’s deputy athletics director for internal operations since April 2021, brings extensive experience and a deep understanding of the UTC community to his new role—having worked for the institution since 2008.
UTC to host Southern Labor Studies Association conference
The UTC Department of History will host the Southern Labor Studies Association (SLSA) conference Sept. 19-22 at various locations around campus, bringing together scholars, labor activists and community members to explore the rich history and evolving dynamics of labor in the southern United States.
UTC recognizes faculty with grants, professorships, promotions, tenure and professional development leave
As we begin the fall semester, we celebrate not only the return of our students but also the significant achievements of our colleagues. At UTC, we honor the outstanding accomplishments of our faculty, many of whom have achieved tenure or promotion. We are privileged to serve alongside such a distinguished faculty body and invite you to join me in congratulating them. UTC is committed to fostering the intellectual growth of both students and faculty. Our development grants support high-value proposals for scholarship, research, and creative activity, while professional development leaves offer periods of renewal and reflection away from regular duties, benefiting faculty on their intellectual journeys.
Recognizing dedication: UTC to celebrate staff and faculty service milestones
Each year, the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga honors staff and faculty who have reached significant service milestones. This year, 242 members of the UTC family will be recognized for reaching important service milestones during the UTC Service Awards Annual Luncheon on Tuesday, Sept. 17—one of the highlights of Founder’s Week. The luncheon provides University administrators with a chance to express their appreciation for their employees’ dedicated service.
Chattanooga smart city project hailed by prestigious national organization
A project involving the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga and multiple public and private sector partners is being highlighted by Local Infrastructure Hub, a prestigious national entity that advocates for federal municipal funding and is affiliated with Johns Hopkins University. Federal funding of $2 million for “Planning and Prototyping” was awarded to the project through the SMART grant program established by the federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
UTC launches dual-enrollment on-campus courses for area high school students
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga has announced a new dual-enrollment initiative designed to provide local high school juniors and seniors with the opportunity to earn college credits while completing their high school education. Beginning with the start of the University’s 2024-2025 academic year, UTC is offering two on-campus dual-enrollment courses—English 1010 (Rhetoric and Composition 1) and Math 1130 (College Algebra)—to eligible students who have completed their sophomore year of high school while maintaining a 3.0 GPA.
UTC Police Department collecting electronics to support abuse victims
For the third consecutive year, the UTC Police Department has partnered with 911 Cell Phone Bank—a nationally recognized organization for its work with law enforcement and victim advocate groups—to provide a 100% free service to individuals and businesses to securely recycle electronic devices that are no longer needed or that have been left behind in lost-and-found or property-and-evidence rooms.
UTC, Erlanger partner for Certified Medical Assistant training program
A new partnership between the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga and Erlanger will provide UTC students the opportunity to obtain their Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) license for free and secure employment at Erlanger while also training Erlanger’s non-certified medical assistants.