Publisher: Memphis Business Journal


A look at Baptist University’s osteopathic medical school’s $34 million renovation

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Baptist Health Sciences University is getting ready to open the first school of osteopathic medicine in West Tennessee.


University of Tennessee Health Science Center’s health hubs initiative turns its attention to Soulsville

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A goal of science is to create reproducible results. So, when a group of scientists moves their work out of the lab into the community, that goal remains. Reproducible results are central to the University of Tennessee Health Science Center (UTHSC) and partners’ plans to open its UTHSC Health Hub: Soulsville.


UTHSC researchers part of $20M statewide collaboration to develop new cancer treatment

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Efficient cancer treatment with minimal side effects, an education framework, and a workforce pipeline — these are the lofty goals of a leadership group that includes four researchers from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center (UTHSC), who recently were awarded $20 million.


5 big things to know from City of Memphis’ Annual Comprehensive Financial Report

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The City of Memphis has filed its Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) for FY 2023, giving insight into the state of the local economy as the mayoral administration takes the reigns.


Southwest Tennessee Community College redefines how students perceive the nursing field

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Students in the nursing program who complete the associate degree requirements have the opportunity to continue their education toward a bachelor’s degree at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center (UTHSC) College through its Nursing Partnership Enrollment Program (PEP).


Women Who Lead in Mental Health: Eula Lee-Whittaker, UTHSC Center for Youth Advocacy & Well-Being

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Eula Lee-Whittaker, Ph.D., is working on a big goal that could greatly impact the community. She’s developing a comprehensive book and support guide that explores inherent system flaws, while offering evidence-based strategies as solutions. She hopes the resource will help “individuals and families navigate the journey from pain to finding self-fulfillment and life productivity, providing… Read More


Women who lead in mental health: Altha Stewart of UTHSC

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Dr. Altha Stewart has enjoyed many big career achievements, and her latest is creating the Center for Youth Advocacy and Well-Being. It serves as a therapeutic alternative for working with young people who commit delinquent or criminal behaviors, instead of seeing only one solution for addressing those actions. “We know that a more effective approach… Read More


Memphian Kendra Clay aims for ‘high-impact partnerships’ at one of area’s largest contractors, Turner Construction

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Her experience coupled with her established presence within the community led to Turner Construction Co. hiring Clay in May as the company’s community and citizenship program senior specialist for its Memphis office. New York-based Turner is one of the largest general contractors operating in the Memphis area. The firm has 44 offices across the U.S.,… Read More