In spring semester 2011, years of preparation and hard work culminated in the 10-year review and site visit to UTC from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS). This reaffirmation process is a milestone for every college and university in the southern region. UTC was reviewed for its academic and fiscal health, vitality, and…
Professor receives book published in his honor
Leave it to the Internet to leak a secret. Though it was supposed to be a surprise, Dr. Pedro Campa, UTC Professor of Romance Languages, found out about the book of articles to be published in his honor after doing a simple Google search.
Chemical engineering student wins national award
UTC student Eric Snider, an undergraduate chemical engineering major, won a second place research award at the American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE) Annual Meeting in Minneapolis, Minneapolis.
University Honors students support Bridge Refugee Services
UTC University Honors (UHON) students spread holiday cheer to Bridge Refugee Services by presenting the non-profit organization with a check for $4,500, proceeds from a UHON Date Auction event and winnings from a social media competition.
Graduate psychology student wins state award
When UTC graduate student Kimberly S. Fasczewski earned first place for her research poster presentation at the 2011 Tennessee Psychological Association (TPA) Annual Convention, she received $100 and a surprising offer to meet Lance Armstrong.
Student drives movement to end sexual assault on college campuses
She hasn’t protested in Tahrir Square to topple a government nor has she occupied the front lawn of the Hamilton County Courthouse. But Bergen Baucom is quickly becoming the face and voice for an important movement: to end sexual assault on college campuses and in our communities.
University honors African American alumni
As part of UTC’s 125th anniversary and UT’s 50th anniversary of desegregation, UTC recognized several individuals for their achievements and contributions to community and society at the UTC African American Alumni Achievement Dinner held in the Bessie Smith Hall.
Library wins award for innovative video game project
All it took was $40 of stage makeup, a video camera, and some creativity, and several UTC librarians made an engaging library tour video. The video was such a hit, it earned them the 2011 Association of College & Research Libraries President’s Program Innovation Contest.
University photo assistant’s work selected in city art contest
University photo assistant Jaimie Davis’s artwork brightens posters, websites, and magazines, but it has never been wrapped on an entire bus. After winning a city-wide arts contest, everyone can see her winning digital photograph on a CARTA bus.
Student elected governor of Intern Legislative Assembly
All it took was one campaign video of an animated, dancing George Washington for UTC student Tim Henshaw to win over his peers and become governor of the Intern Legislative Assembly. Henshaw worked in Tennessee State Senator Bo Watson’s office as part of the Tennessee Legislative Internship Program.