The United States’ involvement in World War II elevated science to a national priority, and this was reflected in the curricula of higher education institutions across the country in the postwar years. The University of Chattanooga was no exception, and Brock Hall, dedicated in November 1949 as a science building housing the Biology, Chemistry, Engineering Drawing, Geography, and Geology Departments, is a physical reminder of that era.
Geology comes to life with creation of UTC rock garden
At the end of the spring term, the UTC Geology Club created The Rockery, located alongside Grote Hall on the path from campus to Mocs Alumni Drive. The garden features four distinct groups of rocks: igneous, metamorphic and sedimentary as well as a unique collection showcasing local Chattanooga rocks.
Construction requires pedestrian detour for spring semester
Work on the Lupton Hall renovation will require a pedestrian detour throughout spring semester 2020. The section of concrete steps on Cardiac Hill between Brock and Lupton Halls is closed to allow the connection of Lupton Hall to the campus Central Energy Plant. The pedestrian detour loops around the west end of Brock Hall. The…