Tech Times

Author: Cody Bryant

  • APO White Christmas Hygiene Products Drive

    APO White Christmas Hygiene Products Drive

    Would you like to serve others during this Christmas Season?  We have an opportunity for you!

    Alpha Phi Omega Community Service Organization presents “White Christmas!”

    Date/Time:  This drive is going on NOW!  We are taking donations through Friday, December 10th!

    Location:  There are collection boxes placed in four locations:  Bell Hall Student Workroom, Brown Hall next to the Main Office, RUC next to the Help Desk, and RUC in Swoops Food Court Area.

    We will be accepting the following hygiene products to be donated to the Cookeville Rescue Mission:

        • Toothbrushes

      Bar Soap
      Toothpaste

    Thank you for your generous contribution!

    For questions or more information, please contact:
    Warren Sims, President:  wcsims42@tntech.edu
    Cason Worthy, Vice President of Service:  ctworthy42@tntech.edu

  • Disney Club Last Meeting

    The Disney Club will be having its last meeting on Thursday Dec. 2. Join us in Farr 309 at 6pm as we conclude this semester of fun before our winter break. If you have any last questions, please contact alchristin42@tntech.edu. With that said, we hope you come on down and be our guest for one final time.

  • Social Media Contest

    Social Media Contest

    It’s contest time! Follow the student affairs Instagram account to be entered into a contest for a prize bag full of TN Tech incentives! The contest is running from now until December 8. Please contact Christina Mick at the counseling center for more information.

    https://www.instagram.com/tntechstudentaffairs/

  • Former members of tennis team say friendships still strong after 20 years

    Former members of tennis team say friendships still strong after 20 years

    Eight former members of the Tennessee Tech women’s tennis team have remained friends since their time at Tech 20 years ago, despite living in four states and four countries. The secret to staying in touch, they said, is simple.

    “It all comes down to a bit of effort.”

    The came to Tech from all over the world, and their Tech degrees and experiences as student-athletes have led to impressive careers all over the world as well. And five of the former teammates actually reunited in Cookeville for Tech’s homecoming last month!

    Read the full story here: Former members of Golden Eagle tennis team say friendships still strong after 20 years (tntech.edu)

  • Bookstore Holiday Party

    University Bookstore
    Cordially Invites You to Our

    ANNUAL
    HOLIDAY
    PARTY

    Dec. 7th 2021

    10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

    Who: Students, Faculty & Staff
    Where: University Bookstore, Ground Level of the Roaden University Center

  • Budget Office – December Training Sessions

    Budget Office training sessions for December have been scheduled if anyone is interested! Below is a brief description of each training:

    General Budget Training: This training gives a big picture overview of the university budget, Banner screens, and budget revisions. This training is required for signature authority on budget revisions.

    Budget Banner Screen Training: This training focuses specifically on the Banner screens frequently used for budgeting purposes. This is an optional training course.

    Budget Shadow System Training: This training focuses specifically on our Shadow System Template. This is an optional training course.

    Please click the link below or visit our homepage on the website to register for a virtual session. We look forward to meeting with you!

    Training Registration Link

    Please contact the Budget Office if you have any questions.

  • StudentCPT’s Christmas Card Party

    StudentCPT’s Christmas Card Party

    Join StudentCPT for our yearly Christmas party where we will be making Christmas cards for local assisted living facilities and nursing homes! Food, drinks, and all of the card-making supplies so all you have to bring is yourself! The event is on December 2, 2021, from 11 am to 12 pm in Johnson Hall Auditorium. If you have any questions contact Alyssa at aabevacqua42@tntech.edu.

    This event has been financially sponsored, either entirely or partially by the Tennessee Tech Student Government Association (SGA) and its SOLO Fund. The views contained herein at this event or program does not represent the views of the Tennessee Tech Student Government Association, the SGA President or other members, the University, or the Tennessee Board of Trustees. The Tennessee Tech Student Government Association is fully in accord with the belief that all events and programs should be afforded the same opportunities that all US Citizens receive from the First Amendment of the United States Constitution.

  • I Can’t Take The Stress! Conquering Anxiety (Launchpad Workshop)

    I Can’t Take The Stress! Conquering Anxiety (Launchpad Workshop)

    When it seems like there is always another test or assignment due, anxiety can be at an all time high.  Need some ways to tackle that anxiety and perform your best on those assignments? Come discover how!

    What: Launchpad Test Anxiety Workshop
    When: Wednesday, December 1st, at 11:30am
    Where: Live via Microsoft TEAMS.  Be a part of the workshop at https://www.tntech.edu/ssc/launchpad/launch.php

  • WingsUp WarmUp!

    WingsUp WarmUp!

    Please join the TN Tech Counseling Center, Accessible Education Center, and Multicultural Affairs on the RUC Back Porch this Thursday, December 2 from 8am-9am for Wings Up Warm Up! There will be a  free give-a-way of beanies, hand warmers, stress management tips, resource information, and hot cocoa. For more information, please contact the counseling center at 931-372-3331.

  • Campus-Wide Dodgeball Tournament

    Campus-Wide Dodgeball Tournament

    Do you like to play dodgeball? Do you want to support a great cause while doing it? Register for the campus-wide dodgeball fundraiser today!

    This year countless individuals were devastated by the Waverly, TN flood. The Association of IT Professionals wants to give back and sponsor several of the 900 Angel Tree kids from this area. Proceeds will go towards sponsoring as many children as possible.

    When: December 9th, starts at 4 pm
    Where: Academic Wellness Center (Old Fit)
    Who: Teams of 4
    Why: Support Waverly, TN Angel Tree
    Cost: $24 per team

    How: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScRjvfhhJj_A-5BPRFXiewSsqhUFPAwfM4xHBJb_i8nBnD_Qw/viewform?usp=sf_link

    The registration fee is due before the event. A bracket and rules will be sent to captains on the 8th. The winning team will receive a cash prize. This event is open to all faculty, staff, students, and alumni.

    Please direct all questions to Bailey Hooper at bnhooper42@tntech.edu or Susan Wells at swells2@tntech.edu.