A new publication by the Thomas B. Fordham Institute titled “Teaching About 9/11 in 2011: What Our Children Need to Know” includes an essay by Dr. Lucien Ellington at The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. In “Civic and Historical Literacy for a Dangerous World” he asks: “Why are we largely, in times that require the…
UTeaChattanooga awarded NSF grant, gains national recognition
UTC’s UTeaChattanooga, an innovative program designed to inspire math and science teachers, received a $1.2 million award from the National Science Foundation to provide full scholarships for six juniors and seniors annually during the five-year grant. The UTC program has also received national recognition, the highest it can receive, from the National Science Teachers Association…
New theatre season brings award-winning plays to life
Be prepared to be transported to a small town in Kansas, a tense conflict between old friends, and a middle school spelling bee in the 2011-2012 season of the UTC Theatre. The exciting new season begins with Pulitzer Prize winning Picnic by William Inge.
Faculty to present at history conference
Several UTC faculty members will be presenting original research at the annual meeting of the Tennessee Conference of Historians. The University will be hosting this year’s conference on September 1-3. The conference is free and open to the public.
University to host Emma Bell Miles Symposium
On September 9-10, the University will remember and celebrate the life of Emma Bell Miles, a pioneering ethnographer of Southern Appalachian culture. Bringing together artists, educators, folklorists, musicians, naturalists, regional food enthusiasts, and writers, The Second Annual Emma Bell Miles Symposium on Southern Appalachian Culture & Nature will be held in the University Center. The…
Faculty work showcased at art exhibit
Artwork from UTC faculty is on display at the Cress Gallery of Art until October 2nd. Located in the lobby of the UTC Fine Arts Center, this exhibition of visual research is free and open to the public.
University to remember 9/11 with candlelight vigil
The campus is invited to participate in a 9/11 Candlelight Vigil remembering those lost and honoring those who serve, on September 11, 2011, at 8 p.m.
Update: UTC community book club author visits campus
Author William Kamkwamba delivered a message straight from the heart of a 24 year-old-man who has lived a life that has inspired many readers. He told groups of UTC students when they are discouraged or overwhelmed by classes and life “don’t give up; everything is possible.”
Business faculty to speak at statewide conference
Two UTC College of Business faculty members – Dr. Lisa Burke and Dr. Mark Mendenhall – have been invited to speak at “The 19th Annual 2011 Tennessee SHRM Conference and Exposition” to be held on September 21-23. Hosted by the local SHRM Chattanooga Chapter, an affiliate chapter of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), the…
Ribbon-cutting event officially opens Crossroads
As campus enrollment continues to grow at record levels, dining needs of students are being met by a new concept—the first all-you-can-eat dining facility resides alongside a new dual-line Subway in Crossroads, located on the hill between the Lupton Library and Oak Street. Dining options include brick oven pizza, home-style cooking, burgers and hotdogs, ice…