The Echo

Dead body discovered on campus

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

The body of an 18-year-old white male was found dead on arrival Tuesday at the Guerry apartments near the corner of Douglas Street and MLK Boulevard.

The male was not a UTC student and the cause of death is being determined, an official with the Chattanooga Police Department said.

Banner switch proves tricky

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Registering for classes this spring is going to require more preparation than in semesters past as UTC continues the shift to the Banner online registration system.

E-mails will be sent out March 12 with broad guidelines for registration and March 22 with more specific information.

Students to study in Ghana, help construct local school

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Two UTC students will join a group of students from the UT system in a trip to Ghana May 13-29.

Jaren Carter, a Chattanooga sophomore, and Saasha Jones, a Chattanooga junior, both signed up for the trip when Dr. Amadou Falls, UT study abroad director, came to speak on campus last semester for an informational meeting on the trip.

Sequoya Review prepares for imminent publication

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Submissions for this year's edition of the Sequoya Review, UTC's literary magazine have been selected and the magazine staff plans on releasing this year's edition before the end of the semester.

Unlike the past, this year's Sequoya Review staff was assembled through the creation of an upper level English class, which has helped the magazine meet deadlines earlier and dedicate more time to improving the magazine, its Web site and a marketing plan, Katie Christie, a junior from Oakland, Tenn.

The Campus Crime Log

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

The campus crime log is a weekly feature of The University Echo and is compiled from UTC Police reports to keep students aware of incidents on campus. Reports are listed in chronological order.

Feb. 25

10-0303 Officers responded to drug/narcotic offense at 501 Oak St.

County recognizes Shulman's citizenship, coaching contributions

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

John Shulman, UTC's men's head basketball coach, received the Distinguished Citizen Award from the City of Chattanooga and Hamilton County governments.

"It is nice to be recognized for something other than wins and losses," Shulman said. "I was thrilled to get the award, yet very undeserving of the award.

Education program promotes reading, gains national attention

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Students and faculty in UTC's Teacher Preparation Academy recently gained national recognition with their Beyond the Book program created in conjunction with the United Way and Imagination Library.

Project Ready for School promotes the use of the Beyond the Book program intertwined with Dolly Parton's Imagination Library program to provide extra learning materials with the books delivered to children statewide, Dr.

Medley aids Stand in compiling data

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

The Chattanooga Stand project, devoted to gaining input from members of the community about how to better the situation of Chattanooga citizens, has reached its goal of 25,000 surveys and is computing the data.

The Stand project, according to its Web site, is a "community visioning effort," that aims both to get ideas from the community about city issues and how to solve them and to inform the community on issues that the people themselves have deemed important.

Bell lectures on design theories

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Design Corp director Bryan Bell will present a lecture on "Design in the 21st Century" March 4 at 7 p.m. in the Roland Hayes Concert Hall.

Bell has published several books, and is know nationally for his architectural design and public design activism.

Sarah Boykin, assistant professor of interior design, said the lecture is a good opportunity for UTC.

Games show glimpse of real competition

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

There is something that separates the Olympic Games from all other sporting events.

When U.S. skier Lindsey Vonn saw she had won the gold medal in the women's downhill event last week in Vancouver, she cried, she hugged her husband and she couldn't find the words to express what it meant to her.

Illness warrants understanding

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

As the end of winter fast approaches students are still plagued by winter-time illnesses combined with spring allergies.

Despite preventative measures like washing hands and stocking up on antihistamines, illness is an unfortunate fact of life.

College students are especially susceptible because many come into close contact with other people, either in classes, hallways, dorm rooms or shared apartments.

Housing solutions lack

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Housing and the lack thereof have been a major problem on UTC's campus this year, and next year, it may be worse.

For the 2010-2011 school year, there will be less overflow housing in hotels near campus. To even out the lack of hotel housing, 30 freshmen rooms in Lockmiller will house six people versus the current four.

iPad intrigues masses

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Even ignoring the name, Apple's newest innovation in the world of technology has many people laughing.

However, there are just as many who are keen on buying the iPad, the jumbo version of the iPod touch.

The iPad boasts an eReader, 9.7 inch screen, a 10-hour batter life and all of the features and other applications of the iPod touch.

Administration vetoes extra STI precautions

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Recent HIV testing in the UC has prompted discussion about the sexual health of UTC students and the response by university officials to properly address the rising numbers of Sexually Transmitted Infection cases.

The Social Issues committee, an administration of the Student Government Association, was recently denied the use of a pair of bathrooms in the UC for STI testing because of sanitation issues.

Showroom dorms earn discount

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Housing and Residence Life is looking for applicants to apply for the dormitory showroom contest.

Stephanie Roop, graduate assistant of Housing and Residence Life, said there is one showroom in each housing complex that incoming freshmen and transfer students will see among different housing options on campus.

TAPS hosts weekly show to practice improvization

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

UTC's Theatre and Performance Society hosts a participatory improvisation show from 8-9 p.m. every Tuesday night that classes are in session.

Jeannie Hacker-Cerulean, the faculty advisor for the Theater and Performance Society, helps to organize the improvisation show with help from Colleen Laliberte, a theatre and speech department professor and a member of Skwalking Heads Productions, a local theater company.

Holiday recognized

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Some UTC students are observing Lent, a religious reflection period of 40 days before Easter, which includes self-restraint and sacrifice.

Lent begins on Ash Wednesday after the Mardi Gras celebration and is the tradition of many Christian denominations including Catholics, Lutherans and Methodists, however, others participate as well.

Students support troops

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Thank the Troops is a student organized program where people can drop items off for a care package for overseas troops from the Chattanooga area.

Matthew Kimsey, a senior from Martin, Tenn., planned the program and got the idea after his brother had been called back to active duty.

Clothing line innovates exclusive designs

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

A new clothing line has hit the fashion scene and the founders guarantee no two items can be the same.

Identity Apparel, started by Dylan Ferguson and Aram Melkoumov, takes the biological or DNA characteristics of its customers and puts them onto a shirt.

Organization strives to help

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

The Partnership Counseling Center of Chattanooga strives to assist Chattanooga residents by hosting fundraising events and offering a variety of helpful services.

"We try to help people be their own solutions and work through their issues to become more stable and be independent," Holly Ashley, assistant director of development for the Partnership Counseling Center, said.

Stars make film's success

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

After a long-anticipated wait, I finally was able to go see "Valentine's Day" at the Magestic Saturday night.

While the previews led me to believe the film is very much an "all's well that ends well" type movie, it turned out to be quite the opposite. I did not end up completely hating my life by the time the credits rolled around.

Sluggo's offers vegan twist

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Sluggo's North, located at 501 Cherokee Blvd. is a new vegan restaurant that stays open late and serves entertainment and a variety of dishes.

The restaurant first opened in November and is open five days a week from 11 a.m. to 3 a.m.. except on Tuesday when it opens at 5 p.

Downtown restaurant impresses

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

I ate at Rio Picante, located at 203 W. Second St., for the first time last Thursday and was blown away by the Mexican cuisine and rich atmosphere.

I am very particular about Mexican rice, and I do not like for it to look or taste like it came from the freezer.

Lady Mocs cruise past Samford on Senior Night

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

The Chattanooga Lady Mocs used Senior Night to prove that they deserve to be the Southern Conferences's only regular-season champion.

The Lady Mocs (21-8, 16-4) put on a dominating performance in a 92-62 win over Samford (20-9, 14-7).The Bulldogs were attempting to share the conference title with UTC with a win,

"When you bank one in from the top of the key, when you have one glance off the glass from the dead corner, you know it's your night," Coach Wes Moore said.

Softball finishes Frost Classic 4-1, Loudermilk wins award once more

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

The softball team concluded the Frost Classic Sunday against Miami of Ohio, defeating the Lady Redhawks 6-1.

Chattanooga finished the tournament, which took place Feb. 26-28, with wins over Rutgers, Kansas, Georgetown and Miami, and a loss Saturday to Kentucky, 3-1.

Title game departs to Frisco, Tex.

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

The NCAA Football Championship Subdivision's National Championship, which has been played at Finley Stadium in Chattanooga for the last 12 years will be moving to Frisco, Tex.

The Championship game, which will be played on Jan. 7, 2011 will be played at Pizza Hut Park, which is home to FC Dallas, an MLS soccer team.

Mocs finish season with loss

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

The men's basketball team will limp into the Southern Conference Tournament next week after falling to the Western Carolina Catamounts 78-70. The loss was the Mocs' 11th in their last 14 contests, dropping their overall record to 14-17 and 6-12 in SoCon play.

Football team starts spring practice

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

It's that time of year again. The stale smell of sweat and success is in the air. The UTC football team is back on the field for spring practice following a very successful first season under Head Coach Russ Huesman.

In their second year, some head coaches might take a step back and admire their work.

Tennis teams fall to College of Charleston 6-1

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

The men's and women's tennis teams opened their Southern Conference schedules over the weekend, as each fell 6-1 to College of Charleston on the UTC Tennis Courts.

Men's Tennis

The Mocs dropped to 1-6 after the loss, but Coach Carlos Garcia says that his young team has improved throughout the season.