This year celebrates the third anniversary of the Arts and Sciences Residential College, and students will not only focus on academic and social connections, but they’re also taking on a new initiative—community service.
Mocs in the City: New UTC faculty explore Chattanooga with bus tour
On Wednesday, Aug. 14, new faculty members at UTC embarked on a bus tour, exploring various Chattanooga landmarks. The tour allowed the faculty to learn about the place they now call home while discovering the educational opportunities offered by Chattanooga.
Dr. Allen Pratt appointed interim director of UTC Center for Excellence and Innovation in Education
Dr. Allen Pratt has been named the interim director of the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga’s Center for Excellence and Innovation in Education. Pratt, who joined the UTC faculty in 2016, had most recently been the UTC School of Education’s director of strategic partnerships. He moved into that role in March 2024 after serving as interim co-director of the School of Education since 2022. In addition, he has served as executive director of the National Rural Education Association (NREA) since 2016.
UTC launches dual-enrollment on-campus courses for area high school students
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga has announced a new dual-enrollment initiative designed to provide local high school juniors and seniors with the opportunity to earn college credits while completing their high school education. Beginning with the start of the University’s 2024-2025 academic year, UTC is offering two on-campus dual-enrollment courses—English 1010 (Rhetoric and Composition 1) and Math 1130 (College Algebra)—to eligible students who have completed their sophomore year of high school while maintaining a 3.0 GPA.
A champion’s resolve: How Kim Wingate’s athletic spirit fuels her educational vision
Dr. Kim Wingate’s journey from star softball player to director of the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga’s School of Education is a testament to her unwavering resilience, adaptability and commitment to students and colleagues. She has not only faced personal and professional challenges head-on but has also inspired those around her to do the same.
UTC rocks: First-year geology class shows Chattanooga’s great outdoors
In Dr. Amy Brock-Hon’s first-year geology classes, the city of Chattanooga will serve as the laboratory. The class, named “MOCS Explore Chattanooga,” combines two geology classes and a lab and is a part of the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga’s “A Moc’s First Year” program—which was designed to help first-year students build community.
It’s never too late for education: EOC’s mission to serve adult learners
The Educational Opportunity Center, located on the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga campus, is a 100% free program that provides counseling and information on college admissions to qualified adults who want to enter or continue a program of postsecondary education. The program also offers services to improve participants’ financial and economic literacy.
From small town roots to national recognition: UTC’s Cathy Scott honored as GSA Fellow
Dr. Cathy Scott, an associate professor of social work and the Bachelor of Social Work program director, has been selected as a Gerontological Society of America Fellow—an honor bestowed upon those who demonstrate exceptional commitment to aging issues through research, teaching and service.
UTC’s hidden gem: Visitors can fly into space at the Challenger STEM Learning Center
Established in honor of the seven-person crew who tragically lost their lives in the 1986 space shuttle Challenger disaster, the UTC Challenger STEM Learning Center was created to educate and inspire the next generation. The initiative was led by June Scobee Rodgers—the wife of Challenger Captain Richard Scobee—and the families of the crew.
UTC receives College of Distinction designation from national organization
Colleges of Distinction, an organization that honors higher education institutions that excel in delivering exceptional student experiences and producing successful outcomes, has recognized the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga in eight different award categories for the institution’s commitment to helping undergraduate students learn, grow and succeed.