With the creation of the United Council of Nations, UTC students engaged in a new learning experience to better understand how sovereign nations interact within the global community. Class instructor Dr. Jean Howard-Hill designed the format. “No longer are we a nation that stands alone. Trade, modern technology, the impact of civil unrest in other…
Political Science students present their State of Affairs Report
Following months of research, students in the UTC Political Science Department’s State and Local Government class presented their State of Affairs Report to City and Hamilton County government officials. Dr. Jean Howard-Hill taught the class. The Student’s State of Affairs Report allows students to research state and local government, recognize weaknesses and strengths, identify issues…
Three UTC students accept positions with national Greek organizations
Three student leaders at The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga have accepted positions representing their national Greek organizations. Damon Lee Scott joined Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity in January 2004. Following his initiation in May 2004, he became involved in the UTC Interfraternity Council (IFC) and held the offices of President and Executive Vice President of…
UTC alumnus Ryan Johnson to be featured on History Channel
UTC Engineering Design Lab Supervisor Ryan Johnson of RMJ Forge in Hixson will be on an episode of “Modern Marvels: AXES” on the History Channel. Johnson, a UTC alumnus, began forging knives and tomahawks at age 11. He specializes in creating authentic replicas of historical tomahawks. In 2001, Johnson was commissioned by members of the…
A step up to wash their hands
Alex Gram, Katie Davis, Stephen Snyder and Guy Flint designed and built a practical solution for a young child who attends school at Siskin Children’s Institute. l-r: Stephen Snyder, Alex Gram and Katie Davis “Sam is autistic and has poor motor skill, and he had difficulty steadying himself and reaching the sink as he washed…
Students create self-leveling device for washing machine
Eric Turner, James Ashmore, Corey Bush and Usen Isong solved the age-old problem of keeping a washing machine from rocking on an uneven floor. They created a self-leveling device with shock-absorbing feet to fit under the washer. It can also be adjusted manually. l-r: Corey Bush, Eric Turner, James Ashmore “We created the device for…
Device assists blind child with cerebral palsy
A five-year-old girl who is blind and has cerebral palsy had a difficult time trying to sense objects near her as she used her walker in the hallways of Allen Elementary in Soddy-Daisy. l-r: Jonathon Johnson, Chris Parrish, Joshua Solomon and Dustin Gray UTC engineering students Joshua Solomon, Jonathan Johnson, Chris Parrish and Dustin Gray…
UTC Engineering students float concrete canoe
It took two attempts, but UTC engineering students constructed a concrete canoe that floats. Guided by the 90 pages of rules and regulations issued by the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) 21st Annual National Concrete Canoe Competition, this four-man, one-woman team created their own unique aggregate mix of concrete and wrapped it around a…
College of Engineering and Computer Science showcases student projects
The Third Annual College of Engineering and Computer Science Design Project Poster Showcase featured Freshman and Senior student solutions to Assistive Technology needs in the region. Students at the Junior/Senior level entered their design projects into regional competitions for Mechanical and Civil engineering societies. UTC Engineering students float concrete canoe Device assists blind child with…
UTC 2008 Running Mocs to participate in Baja SAE® Tennessee
It’s time for the UTC Running Mocs to ride again at the Baja SAE® Tennessee at Tennessee Tech University in Cookeville from May 1-3. This year’s team has modified their recycled off-road vehicle to be able to maneuver on the water! They have achieved a top speed on land of 36 mph and in the…