Three music department events include vocal and clarinet performances.
Music department presents two guest concerts
The UTC Department of Music presents “Tryin’ to Get Home,” a concert of spirituals arranged for soprano and piano by UTC Professor Roland Carter with guest soprano, Gail Robinson-Oturu on Thursday, October 7, 7:30 p.m., Roland Hayes Concert Hall, UTC Fine Arts Center. On Friday evening, October 8, also at 7:30 p.m., the music of…
Dead Man’s Cell Phone opens October 1
The UTC Department of Theatre and Speech offers Dead Man’s Cell Phone, written by Sara Ruhl and directed by Theatre Professor Gaye Jeffers (read about Jeffers’ new play). Dead Man’s Cell Phone runs Oct. 1, 2, and 6, 7, 8, and 9 at 7:30 p.m. in the Dorothy Hackett Ward Theatre. Lighting design is by…
Speaker encourages physical therapy students
Scott Chesney, who suffered paralysis as a teen, shared his experiences with physical therapy students through his presentation, “Maximize the Connection with Your Patients.” Chesney, who has been a speaking ambassador on behalf of the Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation for the past year, said he forged a strong bond with physical therapists after he…
UTC Music Department welcomes guest pianist on September 25
The UTC Department of Music welcomes guest artist and pianist Scott Carrell on Saturday, September 25, 2010 at the Roland Hayes Concert Hall, UTC Fine Arts Center. The concert begins at 7:30 p.m. and is free and open to the public.
Professor researches state’s rare plant life
Media reports draw attention to the plights of species fighting extinction—such as polar bears, bald eagles, tigers, and manatees—but a UTC professor is watching endangered flora a lot closer to home. Though Tennessee is a floristically rich state with 2,439 native plant species, more than any other landlocked eastern state, the Tennessee Natural Heritage Program…
UTC designated a Military Friendly School
G.I. Jobs magazine has named UTC as a Military Friendly School for 2011, an honor that puts the University in the top 15 percent of all colleges, universities, and trade schools nationwide. “The U.S Army ROTC program has enjoyed tremendous support from the faculty and staff of UTC. The University offers an unparalleled positive environment in…
Alumnus, former US Marine begins medical school
During former US Marine Aaron Evans’ second tour of duty in Iraq he was part of the humanitarian effort to help rebuild the city of Rutbah, Iraq. He helped provide security and logistical assistance for people living in “really bad conditions,” and he became frustrated when civilians needed medical help. Their one hospital was being…
Interior design student awarded scholarship
A former practicing attorney studying for a new career has been awarded a prestigious and valuable scholarship to cover all expenses of her senior year at The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. Dalton, Georgia, resident Cindy Tidwell is one of 12 interior design students from across the US to be selected for the Angelo Donghia…
New online criminal justice completion program offered
A new online completion program for working professionals seeking the Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice is being offered for the first time in fall 2010 at The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. It is the only undergraduate criminal justice completion program in the University of Tennessee system offered totally online, and one of…