Processionals, gonfalons and the “Imperial March.” The revelry of past University of Tennessee at Chattanooga commencements was back. For the first time since 2019, commencement at UTC was held without the restrictions of COVID-19 and McKenzie Arena renovations. Three ceremonies were held over two days starting Friday, May 3, with more than 1,300 undergraduates and nearly 300 graduate students presented for degrees.
Capturing the moment: UTC spring 2024 commencement in pictures
UTC spring commencement 2024 as captured through the lens of UTC photographer Angela Foster.
Right size, right fit: Triple major Jannat Saeed reflects on her time at UTC
“I have a plethora of experiences and insights to share,” said Jannat Saeed, who—as a triple major receiving bachelor’s degrees in history, humanities: international studies and software systems as well as being a Brock Scholar in the UTC Honors College—will undoubtedly have one of the most extended introductions in crossing the McKenzie Arena stage at commencement this Saturday, May 4.
Chamyra Teasley wins Harold Love Outstanding Community Service Award
UTC junior Chamyra Teasley has won the Harold Love Outstanding Community Service Award, given by the Tennessee Higher Education Commission to 10 individuals in higher education throughout the state who demonstrate a lasting, meaningful impact through service; are valued by peers and community leaders; and embody the legacy of the late Rep. Harold Love Sr.—the namesake of the award.
The Roundhouse will be rockin’: McKenzie Arena to host UTC commencement ceremonies Friday and Saturday
Spring commencement at UTC will be celebrated with three separate ceremonies over two days starting Friday, May 3. And for the first time since 2019, commencement will fill McKenzie Arena to the rafters.
Driving innovation: UTC marketing students help propel faculty research into the real world
At the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, business students are gaining hands-on experience while helping faculty move their research into the marketplace. The UTC Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship launched these roles to give students practical experience while bolstering UTC faculty research and commercialization efforts.
UTC Quantum speaker kicks off six weeks of learning in observance of World Quantum Day 2024
To kick off local focus on World Quantum Day 2024 (April 14), the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga hosts its first “Quantum Advantage” speaker on Wednesday, April 17, in the UTC Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship in the James R. Mapp Building on campus.
Research and creativity flourish at 2024 Spring Research and Arts Conference
Mushrooms, artificial intelligence, state policy, stroke rehabilitation, television shows and medieval magic were some of the 290 unique presentation topics at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga’s annual Spring Research and Arts Conference.
Express yourself: UTC celebrates Autism Acceptance Month
On Wednesday, April 17, the Mosaic Program will host the Autistic Voices Panel, a student-led panel discussing autism spectrum disorder strengths and challenges faced in academia and career. The discussion will take place from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. in the University Center Tennessee Room.
Eclipsing expectations: Mocs flock to Chamberlain Field to view partial eclipse
On Monday, April 8, Chattanooga—and most locations across the U.S.—experienced a partial solar eclipse. A slew of UTC personnel, donning proper headgear, converged on Chamberlain Field for the occasion. University photographer Angela Foster and the video team of Sam Blevins and Charles Kemp were there to document the event.