With graduate degrees from some of the most prestigious institutions in Europe, research stints at Harvard University and Rice University; and a post as scientist at the Center for Optical Quantum Technologies at the University of Hamburg in Germany, Dr. Rick Mukherjee now has a new distinction for his resume: inaugural director of the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga Quantum Center.
Protecting quantum signals: UTC node on EPB quantum network part of successful ORNL test of new method for protecting quantum networks
Researchers at the Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory joined forces with EPB of Chattanooga and the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga to demonstrate the first transmission of an entangled quantum signal using multiple wavelength channels and automatic polarization stabilization over a commercial network with no downtime.
Campus in focus: A student’s wintry take on UTC
Senior Noah Camacho, a communication major from Clarksville, Tennessee, has taken thousands of photos during his time as a UTC student. One subject that was new to him, though, was covering a snowstorm. Camacho, who will be graduating from UTC in May, took full advantage of the Jan. 10 school closure to capture snow scenes through his camera lens.
Winter wonderland: Snow transforms UTC into a picture-perfect campus
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga was blanketed by snow on Friday, Jan. 10. Undeterred by the chilly weather, University photographer Angela Foster, video team members Mike Andrews and Sam Blevins, Scrappy and a group of enthusiastic UTC students made their way to snow-covered Chamberlain Field.
UTC announces closures for Friday and Saturday (Jan. 10-11)
The UTC campus remains under a Winter Storm Warning until Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 7:00 AM EST. Snow, sleet, and rain are expected to continue throughout the afternoon and evening. Some precipitation is possible overnight.
The people of UTC: Get to know Kidron Bullock
During his undergraduate and graduate years at the University of North Georgia, Kidron Bullock spent a lot of his time in the Office of Student Involvement. He used his experience as a student to help plan countless events that would be fun and engaging for other students on campus. In 2022, Bullock joined the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga as a coordinator for student engagement, playing a key role in some of UTC’s most beloved campus activities.
Meet Dr. Robert Dooley: UTC’s new interim chancellor shares insights, international travel and pinball
On Jan. 1, Dr. Robert Dooley assumed his role as interim chancellor of the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, becoming the 18th leader in University history. Before the holiday break, he sat down for a conversation.
A warm welcome back: What to expect during UTC’s Winter Welcome Week
It is once again time for new and returning students at UTC to indulge in some fun. Winter Welcome Week, held from Monday, Jan. 6, through Sunday, Jan. 12, will be a week of relaxing and exciting activities held by various departments and student organizations to help ease students into the spring semester.
Dr. Robert Dooley’s journey in coming home to lead, inspire and give back
Over the last 13 years, Dr. Robert Dooley has become a pivotal figure at UTC, steering the Gary W. Rollins College of Business to new heights and leaving an indelible mark on the University. Now, as he assumes the role of interim chancellor on Jan. 1, he is poised to continue shaping UTC’s future in profound ways.
Season’s greetings: A year’s worth of UTC highlights
With more than 370 stories published in the UTC Newsroom during the 2024 calendar year, it’s easy to say that a lot of good things happened for UTC students, faculty and staff this year. Picking out the top highlights—not so easy. Here are some of our favorites.









