On Friday, Jan. 31, in the University Center Tennessee Room, Dr. Michael Williams and Elijah Cameron took the stage to answer questions and reflect on Dr. King’s influence on the Chattanooga community. The Office of Multicultural Affairs and Mocs Dining sponsored the brunch.
Peak performance: UTC criminal justice professor honored for innovation in teaching
UTC Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice Katelyn Hancock has been named the recipient of the Ken Peak Innovations in Teaching Award by the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences (ACJS). The Ken Peak Innovations in Teaching Award recognizes faculty members for innovative and effective teaching methods that enhance learning experiences and have the potential to be replicated by other educators.
Quench your thirst for knowledge at Science on Tap
Science on Tap is a free, monthly event hosted by the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga and debuting on Feb. 11, intended to bring UTC experts to the community to address questions about the impact of science and innovation on everyday life.
“The Dutch House” comes alive: UTC’s ICA wrapping up inaugural art tour
The Institute of Contemporary Art, housed on the UTC campus, is preparing to close out its first art gallery tour. Rachel Waldrop, the director and curator of the ICA, led the momentous endeavor of getting a collection of work from Philadelphia artist Becky Suss on the road to share her creative storytelling with others.
UTC students present NASA-funded research at national conference in D.C.
In December, Dr. Azad Hossain—along with senior environmental science majors Anna Sherrill and Nicklaus Kuntzman—traveled to Washington, D.C., for the AGU 2024 conference—where over 25,000 scientists from 100-plus countries gathered to share their ideas and research.
Introducing the Violence Reduction Initiative: How research is reshaping criminal justice in Chattanooga
Dr. Rick Dierenfeldt has spearheaded the creation of the Violence Reduction Initiative, a UTC research center designed to address violent crime in Chattanooga and beyond. Housed within UTC’s Criminal Justice department, the VRI represents a bold commitment to bridging the gap between academic research and real-world solutions.
UTC announces launch of the Violence Reduction Initiative
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga has officially announced the creation of the Violence Reduction Initiative (VRI), a research center housed within the Department of Criminal Justice dedicated to bridging the gap between academic research and real-world solutions to violent crime in Chattanooga and beyond.
City of Chattanooga and UTC receive $2 million federal grant for CURV initiative
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga Department of Criminal Justice is partnering with the City of Chattanooga on the Chattanooga United to Reduce Violence (CURV) initiative, funded by a $1,999,187 grant from the U.S. Department of Justice’s Bureau of Justice Assistance.
UTC’s Zibin Guo speaks at international martial arts forum
UC Foundation Professor of Medical Anthropology Zibin Guo recently represented UTC on the world stage as a speaker at the 2024 Global Martial Arts Forum in Chungju, Republic of Korea. Guo’s presentation highlighted his innovative work in developing and implementing wheelchair and inclusive Tai Chi Chuan programs for vulnerable populations across the continent.
Leaders in the making: UTC students take top honors and win best delegation at TISL
In the same room where Tennessee’s laws are debated and passed, the UTC student delegation to the Tennessee Intercollegiate State Legislature (TISL) recently won Best Overall Delegation for the third time in five years.









