Judy C. Morelock - Social Activist and Former Professor

Judy C. Morelock - An experienced university professor, Judy C. Morelock formerly taught sociology and served as head of the Department of Sociology at Knoxville College, a Tennessee-based school listed among the nation’s historically black colleges and universities (HBCU).

Judy C. Morelock and Friends

Judy C. Morelock and Friends - Judy C. Morelock is a former Knoxville College Head of Sociology

Prominent Knoxville College Alumni

Judy C. Morelock is a former sociology
professor who taught numerous courses and served
in a variety of capacities throughout her 34-year career.

A former sociology professor at the University of Tennessee (UT), Judy C. Morelock was nominated several times for excellence in teaching awards and taught courses on topics such as social movements, social psychology, and race and ethnicity. Prior to teaching full-time at UT, Judy C. Morelock served as head of the department of sociology at the historically-black Knoxville College.

Since it was established in 1864 by the United Presbyterian Church, Knoxville College has produced numerous graduates who have gone on to make a name for themselves in a variety of sectors.

1. Ralph Wiley - A multi-talented individual, Wiley was a former National Football League analyst, sports agent, and president of a multimedia information company. He is best known, however, for his distinctive voice as a sportswriter with ESPN and Sports Illustrated. He also collaborated with film director and producer Spike Lee on the books By Any Means Necessary and Best Seat in the House.
2. Edith Irby Jones - The first black student to enroll at the University of Arkansas School of Medicine, Jones previously attended Knoxville College on a scholarship. In 1985, after decades of experience in the medical field, she became the first female president of the National Medical Association. 
3. Jake Gaither - A 1927 graduate of Knoxville College, Gaither worked as a teacher and high school football coach before becoming an assistant coach at Florida A&M. He was the team's head coach from 1945 to 1969 and compiled an impressive 203-36-4 record.