Graduate Studies

Grad school isn’t easy, and it’s definitely not the same for everyone. Sometimes it seems like you’re the only person in the world experiencing the pressure that you’re under. However, you are not alone, and...

Many students want to forget about schoolwork over Thanksgiving. Thanksgiving Break is ideally supposed to be a time when you relax, enjoy family and friends, catch up on the sleep you’ve missed from studying, and...

Whether working on a dissertation, conducting research, or grading papers, an efficient workspace can enhance your performance. There are countless articles about how to organize your office or desk, but let’s face it –...

Choosing the right school is even more important on the graduate level. As a potential graduate student, the quality of education you want to attain is even more dependent on the kind of school you...

Are you considering going to graduate school? Are you aware of all your options, and what a graduate program involves -- financially, mentally, and emotionally? Entering a graduate program is an important decision that will...

In 1915, when a group of local businessmen and civic leaders convinced the state of Tennessee to establish an institution of higher education in Cookeville, local girls and boys finally had the opportunity to...

P.S.M. student David Bailey has been working on the Falling Water River Watershed project funded by the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation under the direction of Tania Datta in the TTU Water Center. David...

Imagine this scenario. As everyone in the office huddles around, it’s catch up time after the holiday. Larry discusses how big the turkey was during Christmas dinner. A few minutes in, your mind starts to...

Tell us a little about your background. What brought you to the position you are currently in? I was actually an undergraduate student at TTU for three years. I met my future husband here, married...

A Graduate Assistantship is one of the best ways to gain experience and support during your time as a graduate student It is very important to be able to be supported while also getting applicable...