Tech Times

Category: Academics

  • Let’s talk Gen Ed on Oct. 24; only five meetings remain!

    Let’s talk Gen Ed on Oct. 24; only five meetings remain!

    General Education Vision Committee town hall meeting
    for faculty, staff and administrators (all employees welcome)
    Tuesday, Oct. 24, at 11 a.m.
    Microsoft Teams

    This is an opportunity to share your ideas for the future direction and vision of Tech’s general education curriculum. Let us know what skills and knowledge Tennessee Tech graduates should have to best prepare them for their intended careers and their future as informed citizens of the state, region, nation and world. We want to hear from you!

    Light refreshments will be provided.

    Please encourage students to attend the meetings held specifically for students. The next student town hall will be Oct. 26 at 2:30 p.m. in Clement Hall 212.

    There are only four remaining gen ed vision town halls for faculty, staff and administrators. A complete schedule of the town hall meetings is at https://www.tntech.edu/strategic/gen-ed-vision.php.

  • Call for EDGE QEP grant applications

    EDGE: Enhanced Discovery through Guided Exploration, is Tennessee Tech’s Quality Enhancement Plan. The EDGE Creative Inquiry Grant Program provides Faculty with the opportunity to enhance undergraduate or graduate courses by incorporating creative inquiry projects and assignments. The maximum grant amount for individual courses is $5,000, while multiple-course curriculum grants can go up to $15,000. The application deadline for 2024 Spring semester grants is November 3rd. More information can be found by visiting the website or by contacting Lenly Weathers.

    lweathers@tntech.edu | (931) 372-6539

    https://www.tntech.edu/oci-qep/edge-curriculum-grant.php

  • WEST Workshop: How to Write an Annotated Bibliography

    WEST Workshop: How to Write an Annotated Bibliography

    Does your research project require an Annotated Bibliography? Have you never written one, or perhaps you need some pointers on how to make yours pop? WEST, the Writing Excellence Studio at Tech, is here to help! On Thursday, 10/19, we will be leading a dead hour workshop on writing annotated bibliographies. We can talk about the genre as a whole, and discuss specific concerns you might have for your class or instructor. The workshop will be in Henderson Hall 304B, from 11:00-11:50. No registration is required, and all are welcome.  And if you can’t make the workshop, come for a one-on-one session with one of our consultants. For availability and scheduling, check out our website. We look forward to working with you!

  • Let’s talk Gen Ed on Wednesday, Oct. 18

    Let’s talk Gen Ed on Wednesday, Oct. 18

    General Education Vision Committee town hall meeting
    for faculty, staff and administrators (all employees welcome)
    Wednesday, Oct. 18, at 4 p.m.
    Henderson Hall 214

    This is an opportunity to share your ideas for the future direction and vision of Tech’s general education curriculum. Let us know what skills and knowledge Tennessee Tech graduates should have to best prepare them for their intended careers and their future as informed citizens of the state, region, nation and world. We want to hear from you!

    Light refreshments will be provided.

    Please encourage your students to attend the meetings held specifically for students. The next student town hall will be Oct. 26 at 3 p.m. in Clement Hall 212.

    Only 10 town hall meetings about gen ed remain (six for faculty, staff and administrators; four for students). A complete schedule of the town hall meetings is at https://www.tntech.edu/strategic/gen-ed-vision.php.

  • Next student town hall about Tech’s Gen Ed on Monday, Oct. 16

    Next student town hall about Tech’s Gen Ed on Monday, Oct. 16

    We want to hear from you, and only five town halls remain! Come let us know your thoughts about what the vision for Tech’s general education curriculum should be.

    Gen Ed Vision town hall meeting for students
    Monday, Oct. 16, 11 a.m.
    Foundation Hall 161

    Help us answer this question: What skills and knowledge do you as a future Tech graduate need to better prepare you for your intended career and your future as an informed citizen of the state, region, nation and world?

    Light refreshments will be provided.

    Only five student town hall meetings about gen ed remain this semester. Make sure your voice is heard.

    A complete schedule of the town hall meetings is at https://www.tntech.edu/strategic/gen-ed-vision.php.

  • Dr. Michael Houts Presents Seminar on Nuclear Thermal Propulsion – Oct 13, 3pm

    Dr. Michael Houts of NASA Marshall Space Flight Center will present a seminar titled “Nuclear Thermal Propulsion for Advanced Space Exploration.”

    Date/Time:  Friday, October 13 @ 3:00 p.m.

    Where:  Lab Science Commons, Rm 1211

    Questions:  chemistry@tntech.edu

  • Course Evaluation Information Session with IARE – October 27

    Course Evaluation Information Session with IARE – October 27

    Get the most out of your course evaluation reports. The Office of Institutional Assessment, Research, & Effectiveness (IARE) will be hosting a session on the University’s course evaluation process. This session will provide an overview of the evaluation tool known as IDEA and the role of instructors in selecting the Student Learning Objectives most appropriate for their courses. When instructors select the most relevant objectives for their courses, course reports provide a better evaluation for what occurs in the classroom. Best practices will also be shared for garnering student participation and good response rates. Join us for this online training session on Friday, October 27th at 12PM.

    Registration link

    For questions, contact kharris@tntech.edu

  • Let’s talk Gen Ed on Thursday, Oct. 12

    Let’s talk Gen Ed on Thursday, Oct. 12

    General Education Vision Committee town hall meeting
    for faculty, staff and administrators (all employees welcome)
    Thursday, Oct. 12, at 3 p.m.
    Clement Hall 212

    This is an opportunity to share your ideas for the future direction and vision of Tech’s general education curriculum. Let us know what skills and knowledge Tennessee Tech graduates should have to best prepare them for their intended careers and their future as informed citizens of the state, region, nation and world. We want to hear from you!

    Light refreshments will be provided.

    Please encourage your students to attend the meetings held specifically for students. The next student town hall will be Oct. 16 at 11 a.m. in Foundation Hall 161.

    Only 13 town hall meetings about gen ed remain (7 for faculty, staff and administrators; 6 for students). A complete schedule of the town hall meetings is at https://www.tntech.edu/strategic/gen-ed-vision.php.

  • Share your thoughts on what Tech’s Gen Ed could be on Thursday, Oct. 12

    Share your thoughts on what Tech’s Gen Ed could be on Thursday, Oct. 12

    We want to hear from you! There are only six student town hall meetings about gen ed remaining. This is your opportunity to share your thoughts about what the vision for Tech’s general education curriculum should be. Help us answer this question: What skills and knowledge do you as a future Tech graduate need to better prepare you for your intended career and your future as an informed citizen of the state, region, nation and world?

    Gen Ed Vision town hall meeting for students
    Thursday, Oct. 12, 4:30 p.m.
    RUC Tech Pride Room

    Light refreshments will be provided.

    A complete schedule of the town hall meetings is at https://www.tntech.edu/strategic/gen-ed-vision.php.

  • Exercise Science’s online M.A. in Physical Education Ranked in Top 25 Nationally

    Exercise Science’s online M.A. in Physical Education Ranked in Top 25 Nationally

    For 2023, University HQ’s “Best Online Master’s Degree in Physical Education” recognition includes Tennessee Tech’s Department of Exercise listed at number 13 in the nation.

    University Headquarters (UniversityHQ) is an online resource for people seeking top-rated colleges, scholarships, potential salaries, and help identifying career pathways.

    “It’s wonderful to have national recognition for our online degrees,” said Christy Killman, chairperson. “The online master’s has been recognized in previous national rankings and we are so pleased to continue to provide one of the best programs available to those seeking a career in Physical Education.”

    For more information about UniversityHQ, please see https://universityhq.org/degrees/online-health-physical-education-programs/#best_masters.