All it took was one campaign video of an animated, dancing George Washington for UTC student Tim Henshaw to win over his peers and become governor of the Intern Legislative Assembly. Henshaw worked in Tennessee State Senator Bo Watson’s office as part of the Tennessee Legislative Internship Program.
UTC to host free power transformer workshop June 22 -23
After a string of storms in the Chattanooga area, the importance of trained technicians in electric power has never been greater. In a partnership with TVA, IEEE and Omicron, the UTC Electrical Engineering Department will host a power transformer diagnostics workshop on June 22 -23 in the Benwood Auditorium in the UTC Engineering, Mathematics, and…
Engineering students create play area for elementary school students
Switches, gears, and one cute textured caterpillar will surely entertain students at Rhea County Elementary School in nearby Dayton, Tennessee. These features are just a few of the many included on a new enrichment wall made by a group of UTC engineering students.
Students to “SOAR” with new retention program
Students planning to transfer to UTC will get some additional help adjusting to campus life thanks to a new retention program. Student Opportunities, Access, and Retention (SOAR) will provide peer mentoring to help guide and support local high school students through completion of coursework at Chattanooga State and on to a successful transition to UTC.
Dr. Richard Jackson awarded writing prize
Called “a thrilling, extraordinary journey,” Dr. Richard Jackson’s book of poetry Resonance earned him the 2011 Eric Hoffer award. Jackson holds the title of UC Foundation Professor of English.
Student plans bike rides on first anniversary of accident
For most people, Friday June 10th will pass like any other day, but for UTC student Tyson Ward, he’ll be doing something he hasn’t been able to do in a year: ride a bike. After recovering from an accident that left him in a three-month coma, Ward will be enjoying two bike rides, and he…
Campus discussions define roles in sustainable future
As we examine the sustainability of the Chattanooga community and UTC campus, what lies ahead? Two groups met on campus this week to continue the conversation.
University to partner with city, area businesses on sustainability initiatives
The University assisted in securing a nomination for Chattanooga as one of the world’s most intelligent cities and now UTC is helping transform the city’s economy.
Greater Chattanooga Regional Growth Initiative expands support
A UTC alumnus and Senior Advisor for the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) addressed regional consortium partners at the UTC University Center where the discussion centered upon regional growth planning and sharing a vision for the future.
Local students excel at UTC piano arts competition
Six students from the greater Chattanooga Area who recently took top honors in the UTC Music Department Piano Arts Competition will perform in a recital at the UTC Cadek Recital Hall on Sunday, June 12 at 3 p.m. This event is free and open to the public.