It’s a new year! Out with old and in with the new as the UTC Athletics Department introduces an updated license plate for Tennessee residents.
Professor chairs presidential committee on health and fitness
In an effort to help Americans improve their physical activity and nutrition habits, President Barack Obama initiated The President’s Council on Fitness, Sports, and Nutrition (PCFSN). To assist with the task of promoting good health and fitness, Dr. Gregory Heath, UTC Guerry Professor of Health and Human Performance and Assistant Provost for Research and Engagement,…
Dr. Pam Ross, chemistry alumna, speaks with students
Dr. Pam Ross, M.D., UTC alumna and Clinical Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine and Pediatrics at the University of Virginia Health System, recently attended a breakfast with UTC chemistry majors to discuss the medical school application process and respond to questions about emergency medicine.
Physical therapy program secures 100% pass rate on national exam
The University’s Doctorate of Physical Therapy program (DPT) continues to gain recognition as graduating students have a 100% pass rate on the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE).
UTC earns SACS accreditation for next decade
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…
Campus construction update
It’s taking shape—the new UTC Library is rising skyward, forming “information commons” on the third floor, the circulation desk and new books on the main floor, and the stacks and collections below. During the construction process, the University continues to strive for gold Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design or LEED certification, an internationally-recognized green…
UTC celebrates the holidays
The University got into the holiday spirit this season by participating in community events and arranging on-campus celebrations. Chancellor Roger Brown and his wife, Dr. Carolyn Thompson hosted the annual Holiday Open House in late November. Faculty, staff, and students enjoyed treats ranging from hot chocolate to cookies to sliced ham and listened to Christmas…
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.
EWI continues scholarship support
Local attorney and UTC alumna Amanda Ray knows the value of being a recipient of the Jean Bradford Memorial Scholarship, supported by the Chattanooga Chapter of Executive Women International (EWI). Ray, an associate with Chambliss, Bahner & Stophel P.C., was featured in an October, 2011 issue of Women’s Day magazine for her perseverance in achieving…
Physical therapy students host Congressman Fleischmann
When UTC physical therapy students invited Congressman Chuck Fleischmann to campus, the conversation turned to the debt students incur to earn a physical therapy doctoral degree.