Take refuge from the chilly fall weather and attend one of the many upcoming performances offered by the UTC Department of Music. All of the events are free and open to the public.
Mount Everest mountain climber presents film on campus
Brad Clement, an avid rock climber and a professional, high-altitude filmmaker/photographer, will be on campus to share stories and photos from “The Everest Peace Project” on Friday, November 4th at 3 p.m. in the Signal Mountain Room of the UTC University Center. This event is free and open to public.
Accelerated computer science master’s degree offered
In an effort to keep up with the rapid change of technology, the UTC Department of Computer Science and Engineering now offers an accelerated masters program in computer science focused on career preparation and industry needs.
WUTC membership drive reaches goal
WUTC FM-88.1 reached its fall membership drive and netted $140,549 towards funding the radio station’s programming costs. The public radio station licensed to the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga is the region’s source for programming from National Public Radio, including awarding winning programs like “Morning Edition,” “All Things Considered,” and “Car Talk.”
Candlelight walk calls attention to domestic violence
“In 70-80% of intimate partner homicides, no matter which partner was killed, the man physically abused the woman before the murder.” –from the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence website
Nursing students have 100% pass rate on national exam
The UTC School of Nursing can add another accomplishment on their growing list of achievements this year. The school now has a 100% first time pass rate on the Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) Certification Exam.
Professor, alumni present research at national geology meeting
Dr. Jonathan Mies, UTC Robert Lake Wilson Professor of Geology, presented his research on bentonite, a clay-rich rock found near the Chickamauga Dam at the Geological Society of America’s national meeting earlier this month.
Anti-Defamation League Regional Director to kick off Diversity Lecture Series
Bill Nigut, the Southeast Regional Director of the Anti-Defamation League (ADL), will open the UTC Diversity Lecture Series on Thursday October 27th at 5 p.m. Nigut’s lecture, entitled “Fighting Hate: Building Communities of Respect,” will take place in the University Center Auditorium. This event is free and open to the public.
Regional planning expert to speak at Hunter Lecture Series
The Hunter Lecture Series continues with a lecture from renowned land planning expert Armando Carbonell. He will be speaking at Roland Hayes Auditorium in the UTC Fine Arts Center on November 1 at 7 p.m. This event is free and open to the public. Seating is limited. Carbonell’s lecture is entitled: Planning for Growth, Livability, and…
Students help document jumping jacks at Brown Academy
First Lady Michelle Obama inspired students at Brown International Academy to do a lot of jumping jacks on October 12th. A group of UTC students helped document this special effort for the Let’s Move! Campaign.