Brother2Brother When: 5:30 p.m. Every Tuesday Where: University Center’s Ocoee or Hiwassee Room. On John Crain’s right arm is a tattoo of his smiling grandmother—Brenda Woolridge—along with the date of her birthday and a quote: “Mothers don’t fear death. Their only fear is leaving their children in the world knowing that no one will love…
Worldwide win spells relief for hard-working rocket team
Rocket Mocs team Andrew Byrd Sean Conway Jonathan DeGuzman Mason Gregoire Alex Trotter Ashwyn Sam, advisor and member of the 2018 Rocket Mocs Dillon Grider, advisor and member of 2017 Rocket Mocs John Brand, simulation advisor Trevor Elliott, UC Foundation assistant professor of UTC mechanical engineering Rocket Mocs sponsors Miller Industries: 3D Printing of nose…
Helping high-risk infants is Smith’s passion
She’s known as “The Baby Whisperer.” For 25 years, Cathie Smith has been a valuable member of the physical therapy department at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. During her tenure at the university, Smith has become a recognized expert in pediatric physical therapy — particularly for her work in neonatal intensive care units —…
Music, spoken word and video details the legacy of the 14th Amendment
If You Go What: The 14th Amendment: All a Cryin’ When: 6 p.m. Monday, Feb. 24 Where: Barking Legs Theatre, 1307 Dodds Ave. Admission: Free Information: https://barkinglegs.org/event/details/all-a-cryin-the-14th-amendment/ The people are smiling—including a young girl—obviously having a good time. An enormous crowd gathers on and around the Walnut Street Bridge in downtown Chattanooga. The objects of…
Year of the Metal Rat: Student art exhibit takes advantage of temporary space
The juried student show features pieces selected by Jiha Moon, visiting juror and artist from Georgia State University. Year of the Metal Rat is on display at the Contemporary Cress, 123 E. 7th Street in Chattanooga until Feb. 21.
Social work students help the Fire Department help others
The 911 call comes into the fire department and the adrenaline starts to flow. Where’s the fire? How bad is it? How many firefighters does it require? But it’s not a fire call after all. Some elderly or disabled person needs help getting up from a fall or from a wheelchair into bed. They may…
New UTC students join citywide diversity study
Three students from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga have been chosen to take part in the Spring 2020 semester of the Styles L. Hutchins Fellowship, a citywide program to give black college graduates more reasons to stay in Chattanooga. Senior Eric Barton and juniors Tyrese Hobbs and Ervin Fisher IV will help analyze current…
UTC graduate inducted into Alumni Association Presidents council
1993 graduate John Staley chosen for Alumni Association’s Past President’s Council.
Interim vice chancellor position is a good fit, says Lofton Stuart
Stuart came out of retirement to lead development and alumni affairs.
A list of events for Black History Month
UTC Night at Hamilton Skate Place When: 7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 26 Where: Hamilton Skate Place, 7414 Goodwin Road. What: Enjoy a night of skating, music, and games with fellow UTC students. Sankofa African American Museum on Wheels When: 8 a.m. Friday, Feb. 28 Where: UC Chattanooga Rooms A, B, & C, University Center What: Traveling museum showcases a collection…