As the Kay K. Chitty assistant professor in the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga School of Nursing, Dr. Kate McKinney divides her week between educating future nurse practitioners and caring for patients who otherwise might not receive care.
From military service to helping others: A veteran’s journey at UTC
Through her love of Chattanooga, Necole Gonsahn decided that the long commute to UTC was worth it to pursue a Master of Education degree in counseling. The May 2025 graduate, who served in the U.S. Army Reserve, reflected on her time at the University and partnering with the Office of Veteran and Military Affairs.
Service in the blood: A UTC professor’s call to action helping “true heroes”
Born into a family willing to protect and serve, Terry Ellis—an assistant professor of practice in the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing program—decided to add to his family’s military lineage dating back to the Revolutionary War.
Learn the power of mapping and AI at UTC’s GIS Day workshop
GIS Day, held every year on the third Wednesday of November, will be celebrated by CAGDS with a workshop for the campus community.
UTC named a Top Veteran-Friendly School by U.S. Veterans Magazine
U.S. Veterans Magazine has named the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga a 2025 Top Veteran-Friendly School, recognizing UTC’s campus-wide commitment to students with military ties.
First-generation students forge their own path during First Gen Week
Starting with the First Gen Week Kick Off from 2-4 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 3, at Chamberlain Circle, the week provides students with an opportunity to make new connections on campus while enjoying free swag, lunch and even a chance to climb a rock wall.
Multidisciplinary escape room challenges students to collaborate for a healthier community
University of Tennessee at Chattanooga occupational therapy, physical therapy, social work, nursing and interior architecture students worked together to build a healthier community by completing an escape room.
Launch your future: UTC Power C Tour returns to Chattanooga on Nov. 12
High school students and families in the Chattanooga area are invited to learn what it means to be a Moc when the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga Power C Tour returns to the UTC campus on Wednesday, Nov. 12.
Mocs Give Day marks 2,616 donors and over $1.8 million for UTC
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga raised $1,811,975 from 2,616 donors during its sixth annual Mocs Give Day on Oct. 7. The day’s original goal of reaching 2,100 donors was exceeded by nearly 25%.
Ribbon-cutting held for Parkridge Mental Health Therapy Center at UTC
A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held on Monday, Oct. 27, to officially open the Parkridge Mental Health Therapy Center at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, marking the launch of a new on-campus resource for comprehensive mental health care.









