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…
The Future Of Tech In Transportation: Chattanooga Connect
Chattanooga Connect was launched last year by our campus, the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. The conference convenes industry leaders, policymakers and researchers to explore that future of tech in transportation – including A.I., connected mobility and digital infrastructure. This year’s conference is Monday, October 6th through Wednesday, October 8th at the Chattanooga Convention Center…
Opinion: The need for yes-and paths for post-secondary education in Tennessee
A decade after business leaders highlighted local workforce gaps, Chattanooga 2.0 and Future Ready Institutes have transformed education by linking K-12 learning with career pathways. Now, 1,900 students earn industry certifications annually—up from just 66 in 2018. UT System President Randy Boyd champions a “yes-and” approach, emphasizing both college degrees and technical training. With record…
Laurie Allen talks about UTC’s production of “Dracula: Mina’s Quest”
UTC’s Laurie Allen, Lyndhurst Chair of Excellence in Arts Education and Professor of Practice in Theatre Education, joined WGOW 102.3 FM’s Jed and JR Mornings to promote the UTC Theatre Company’s production of “Dracula: Mina’s Quest.” Performances run Sept. 30–Oct. 4 at 7:30 p.m., with a 2 p.m. matinee on Oct. 4 in the UTC…
Literacy tutoring program in Hamilton County schools expands
UTC is partnering with Hamilton County’s new literacy tutoring initiative by supplying student tutors and coordinating program logistics. The university engages its education and social work departments to train and oversee tutoring sessions in local schools. UTC’s involvement helps bridge resource gaps, supports community-embedded learning, and strengthens town-gown collaboration — all aimed at improving literacy…