Black History Month at UTC began with an energetic start. On Monday, Feb. 3, students, faculty and staff gathered in Lupton Hall for the kick-off festivities. The event featured performances by the UTC Littleton H. Mason Singers and the Ladies of Gold dance team, followed by an open dance session where attendees joined in the celebration.
Finding the First Floridians: Dr. Morgan Smith dives into underwater archaeology for PBS documentary
With an extensive background in anthropology and underwater archaeology, exploring the world of filmmaking was new territory for Dr. Morgan Smith. That changed when Smith stepped into the role of co-producer for a feature-length documentary, “Finding the Floridians,” which aired in December 2024 on WFSU-TV—a PBS affiliate in Florida.
UTC MLK Day celebration: ‘True peace is the presence of justice’
On Friday, Jan. 31, in the University Center Tennessee Room, Dr. Michael Williams and Elijah Cameron took the stage to answer questions and reflect on Dr. King’s influence on the Chattanooga community. The Office of Multicultural Affairs and Mocs Dining sponsored the brunch.
“A Celebration of Firsts”: UTC recognizes Black History Month with campuswide events
February is Black History Month, and UTC will host a series of events to highlight and celebrate the history, achievements and contributions of Black individuals and communities.
Dr. June Scobee Rodgers visits UTC Challenger Center on anniversary of tragedy
Thirty-nine years ago, on Jan. 28, 1986, the space shuttle Challenger tragically exploded, taking the lives of all seven crew members on board. Among them was Commander Francis R. “Dick” Scobee. To commemorate the anniversary, Dr. June Scobee Rodgers, widow of Commander Scobee and founding chair of the Challenger Center, visited the Challenger STEM Learning Center at UTC.
Window to the world: Gage Keeble cleaning up in school and business
Gage Keeble’s journey through college isn’t your typical path of lectures, exams and weekend downtime. The UTC junior is double majoring in marketing: professional sales and finance while juggling roles as a chief analyst for the SMILE Fund, a member of the initial cohort of Phillips Scholars in Free Enterprise, and owning his own business.
Peak performance: UTC criminal justice professor honored for innovation in teaching
UTC Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice Katelyn Hancock has been named the recipient of the Ken Peak Innovations in Teaching Award by the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences (ACJS). The Ken Peak Innovations in Teaching Award recognizes faculty members for innovative and effective teaching methods that enhance learning experiences and have the potential to be replicated by other educators.
Quench your thirst for knowledge at Science on Tap
Science on Tap is a free, monthly event hosted by the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga and debuting on Feb. 11, intended to bring UTC experts to the community to address questions about the impact of science and innovation on everyday life.
UTC, SETAAAD partner to bring vital health programs to Southeast Tennessee seniors
UTC is expanding its reach in Southeast Tennessee by partnering with the Southeast Tennessee Area Agency on Aging and Disability (SETAAAD) to bring evidence-based programs to senior centers across a 10-county region—Bledsoe, Bradley, Grundy, Hamilton, Marion, McMinn, Meigs, Polk, Rhea and Sequatchie. The UTC interprofessional initiative is being spearheaded by Dr. Kristi Wick (Nursing), Dr. Erin Melhorn (Occupational Therapy) and Dr. Cathy Scott (Social Work).
Taking care of business: Probasco Chair Claudia Kramer is bringing economics to life
Dr. Claudia Kramer, the Scott L. Probasco Jr. Distinguished Chair of Free Enterprise, is making economics an accessible and engaging part of everyday life. From leading the Phillips Scholarship in Free Enterprise program to hosting events with local and global thought leaders, Kramer’s work demonstrates the real-world relevance of economics.