Lela Ivins was shocked to learn that Chancellor Roger Brown does not have his own parking space reserved specifically for him. “He circles around like everyone else when he cannot find a space,” Ivins said.
New encyclopedia on religion has UTC connections
A new contemporary, multidisciplinary Encyclopedia of Religion in America has been edited by UTC Professor Emeritus Dr. Charles Lippy and includes nearly a dozen contributors with UTC connections.
Convocation 2010 focused on sustainability
Sustainability was the focus of UTC’s 2010 Convocation, with alumnus Brad McAllister encouraging students to find common ground between business objectives and protecting the environment.
UTC students, faculty dance at Tennessee Aquarium
Several students and one faculty member broke out in dance that seemed to spontaneously occur outside the Tennessee Aquarium on Sunday, September 5th.
UTC designated a Military Friendly School
G.I. Jobs magazine has named UTC as a Military Friendly School for 2011, an honor that puts the University in the top 15 percent of all colleges, universities, and trade schools nationwide. “The U.S Army ROTC program has enjoyed tremendous support from the faculty and staff of UTC. The University offers an unparalleled positive environment in…
Alumnus, former US Marine begins medical school
During former US Marine Aaron Evans’ second tour of duty in Iraq he was part of the humanitarian effort to help rebuild the city of Rutbah, Iraq. He helped provide security and logistical assistance for people living in “really bad conditions,” and he became frustrated when civilians needed medical help. Their one hospital was being…
Interior design student awarded scholarship
A former practicing attorney studying for a new career has been awarded a prestigious and valuable scholarship to cover all expenses of her senior year at The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. Dalton, Georgia, resident Cindy Tidwell is one of 12 interior design students from across the US to be selected for the Angelo Donghia…
Chef Masa wins national competition
Chef Masa Yamashita, UTC’s executive chef, earned the gold medal in the ARAMARK Culinary Excellence (ACE) national competition held in San Francisco. Earlier this year he won the gold medal in the ACE Southern regional competition. Thirty finalists competed for a chance to win the prestigious “Copper Pot” and a medal from the American Culinary…
NSF recognizes environmental chemistry research
Of the hundreds of awards granted by the Chemistry Division of the National Science Foundation (NSF), Dr. Greg Grant’s chemical research project was one of five the NSF selected for recognition for an Environmental Outcome. Grant, Grote Professor in the UTC Chemistry Department, said “Research in Undergraduate Institutions (RUI) Grant: Complexation Studies of Heavy Metal…