Years of control by the Soviet Union left the infrastructure of many countries inadequate to handle the needs of emerging, independent nations, and now, decades later, leaders and engineers from those countries are working to rebuild.
UTC Chancellor’s Roundtable announces new members
Chancellor Brown and wife, Dr. Carolyn Thompson, recently hosted the UTC Chancellor’s Roundtable at their home for the group’s year end appreciation picnic. As part of the festivities, the 2008-2009 board members were thanked for their service, while outgoing board members were honored for their service and commitment to the University. Among those in attendance…
Taking a new road
Chattanooga gained fame as a transportation hub during the golden age of railroads. Now, UTC students and faculty members are bringing recognition to the campus for their research in alternative transportation and fuels.
UTC leads the way in alternative fuel research
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga Center for Energy, Transportation and the Environment (CETE) is leading an international team of researchers who are developing a more efficient way to power electric buses. With maximum efficiency and convenience, the Inductive Power Transfer, (IPT) will revolutionize this process.
Nursing home residents could benefit from seated Tai chi
The UTC professor who has developed a wheelchair form of Tai chi wants to introduce this gentle form of physical exercise to residents of local nursing homes. Tai chi is one of the ancient Chinese martial arts.
Challenger Center recognized for excellence
Chattanooga resident Dr. June Scobee Rodgers accepted the 2009 American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) Foundation Award for Excellence for the Challenger Center for Space Science Education in Alexandria, Virginia, last May.
“The Best Things in Life Are Free… for a College Student”
A Review of Volkswagen’s Chattanooga Ride and Drive Event By Rachel Hunter On Friday, September 12, 2008, I took my first “field trip” in college… as a senior. As children, we all counted down the days until we took our next field trip because the destination was always someplace exciting such as the aquarium, a…
Yes, That is a Volkswagen
By Michael Barker For years Volkswagen has been adjusting to their loyal customer’s personalities; but for 2009, VW is adjusting to their driving styles as well. The newly designed 4 door Volkswagen CC-“comfort coupe” in VW language- takes one of the most grown-up cars on the road, the Passat, and makes it sporty, dynamic, and…
Volkswagen Drive Review
By Brittany Roberts Upon first arriving at the VW CC event, I did not know what to expect, I just wanted to find the cars. I saw what appeared to be a Mercedes, a Lexus, or some other high priced luxury vehicle and thought; where are the VWs, because surely this cannot be the new…
Volkswagen CC Review
By Andrea Bart When I found out that VW was coming to UTC and giving students an opportunity to test drive and review one of their new cars, I was quick to jump on this one time opportunity. The thought of being able to drive a new car before it hit the market elated me,…