On Episode 10 of Tennessee Today with State Senator and proud UTC alumnus Bo Watson (’83), UTC Chancellor Dr. Lori Bruce—just 90 days into her tenure—discussed campus safety, student success, and the value of a college degree in 2025. She highlighted UTC’s strong financial outcomes—over half of students graduate debt-free—along with new pathways for working…
Bruce’s journey to become first female chancellor of UTC
New UTC Chancellor Dr. Lori Bruce was profiled in the October edition of the Times Free Press’ Edge Magazine. This story highlighted her journey to become UTC’s first female chancellor and weaves together her rural upbringing, academic ambition, and resolve to empower her community. Raised on a working farm, she developed resilience and a passion…
UTC announced the creation of the Center for Applied Geospatial Data Science
UTC is launching the Center for Applied Geospatial Data Science (CAGDS), expanding on its existing Interdisciplinary Geospatial Technology Lab. The center—led by GIS Director Charlie Mix and Assistant Director Nyssa Hunt—will foster interdisciplinary research, education, and community data partnerships. UTC Chancellor Lori Bruce said elevating the lab to a center acknowledges UTC’s growing regional and…
UTC initiative looks to boost dual enrollment in effort to reach 15,000 students by 2030
UTC is aiming to boost dual enrollment to 15,000 students by 2030, backed by the Tennessee system’s goal of 71,000 across campuses. Right now UTC has just over 12,000 students and sees dual enrollment as a growth opportunity. The plan includes outreach to high school students statewide (via online access) and faculty teaching in high…
UTC launches Center for Applied Geospatial Data Science
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga has launched the Center for Applied Geospatial Data Science (CAGDS) to build on its longtime Interdisciplinary Geospatial Technology Lab. The center, led by Charlie Mix and Nyssa Hunt, will drive applied geospatial research, education, and community partnerships across disciplines. UTC sees this as a means to expand student opportunities,…