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Memphis to Mountain City
Have you ever really looked at the official University seal for Tennessee Tech? Chances are, if you are like most of us, you have...
Anatomy of Great Minds
We just celebrated the day set aside in memory of Martin Luther King Jr. So, how does one become a Martin Luther King Jr.,...
Salute to our Veterans!
As I frequent our country’s busy airports, I see more and more spontaneous applause and standing ovations for active duty service men and women...
Another Great Start
“Begin with the end in mind.” Stephen Covey
The first couple of weeks of this 2014-15 academic year indicate an exciting and productive year ahead....
Thank you
I just want to take a moment to thank everyone who rolled up their sleeves last Friday to participate in the 2014 edition of...
Team Effort for a Clean House
Appearance matters and perceptions become reality. Just as my mother always said, “You don’t get a second chance to make a first impression.” Whenever...
Reflections on the End of Another Year
On Saturday, I’m pleased that Gov. Bill Haslam and State Commissioner of Education Kevin Huffman will honor and encourage our more than 1,200 graduates....
Avoid looking for a job. Create one.
Some TTU graduates in the near future won’t have to spend as much time polishing their resumes; they’ll be busy creating the jobs that...
Tech Shatters the Iron Triangle
The sad irony is the value of a college degree in our competitive global economy is greater than ever while access to that degree...
Thank You, Whoever You Are.
On one of my recent routine, early morning trips to Nashville for yet another meeting of some sort, I lined up at the drive-thru...