Tech Times

Category: Academics

  • URECA! Grants Update

    Undergraduate research and creative activities at Tennessee Tech have come a long way since the debut of the Undergraduate Research and Creative Activities (URECA!) Grants program in the 2011-2012 academic year. The summer of 2016 marked a significant evolution when URECA!’s summer grant program transitioned into the Creative Inquiry Summer Experience (CISE) program. As a pivotal element of our QEP, EDGE: Enhanced Discovery through Guided Exploration, CISE has thrived. This summer, 46 students were awarded CISE grants to pursue innovative research projects and creative endeavors under the guidance of faculty mentors.

    It’s common in academia for the funding sources and oversight of programs to change over time. In line with this trend, URECA! is now fully integrated into our QEP’s funding, with its management overseen by Tech’s QEP Director, Dr. Lenly Weathers.

    As this transition unfolds, we want to express our profound gratitude to Dr. Ed Lisic, Professor of Chemistry. His steadfast dedication and visionary leadership have left an indelible mark on our undergraduate research and creative activities programs, notably URECA! and CISE.

    Should you have inquiries or need further details regarding URECA!, please contact Dr. Lenly Weathers at the Office of Creative Inquiry or visit the URECA! Grant Program website.

  • New Graduate Student Orientation Fall 2023

    New Graduate Student Orientation Fall 2023

    Hey! Calling out all new graduate golden eagles this Thursday, August 10th (4 pm-7:30 pm) for Graduate Student Orientation. Come and learn about the resources available to you as grad students, ask questions, enjoy fun games, meet your classmates, and eat great food, if you’re new to Tennessee Tech or not, you will be glad you came!

    Please be sure to RSVP here: https://tntech.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_37zUkWvGNWoIKXA

  • New Graduate Student Orientation

    Join us on Thursday, August 10th (4pm-6:30pm) for Graduate Student
    Orientation. Come and learn about the resources available to you as
    grad students, ask questions, pick up your parking passes, meet your
    classmates, and eat great food, If you’re new to Tennessee Tech or not,
    you will be glad you came!

    Please be sure to RSVP here: https://tntech.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_37zUkWvGNWoIKXA

     

  • Campus Space Allocation & Utilization Committee – June 29

    The next Campus Space Allocation & Utilization Committee meeting is scheduled for June 29, 2023 at 8:30am. For more information, please contact Karin Kopinski-Gilbert at kkgilbert@tntech.edu.

  • Biology and Earth Sciences Research Trip to Panama

    Biology and Earth Sciences Research Trip to Panama

    In May, the Departments of Biology and Earth Sciences took a faculty-led research trip to Panama. The class was focused on how the rise of the Isthmus of Panama affected biodiversity. During this 10-day trip participants hiked in the rainforest on both the Caribbean and Pacific coasts of Panama; snorkeled in the Pacific, near Panama City and in the Caribbean at Bocas del Toro; toured a sustainable permaculture farm on the island of Bastimentos; and visited historical ruins of old Panama that was invaded by the pirate Henry Morgan.

    Thank you to the students who participated and the faculty who took the lead on this trip – Dr. Carla Hurt, Dr. Jeannette Luna, Philip Roberson and Dr. Richard Pirkle.

    This trip was supported by funds from the College of Arts and Sciences, the Departments of Biology and Earth Sciences, and International Education Fees.

  • Tech Students and Faculty Explore Ghana, West Africa

    Tech Students and Faculty Explore Ghana, West Africa

    In May, Tech students and faculty left on a study abroad program to Ghana, West Africa. Led by Dept. of Curriculum & Instruction’s Senior Lecturer Cale Koester and Associate Professor Dr. Queen Ogbomo, the participants were immersed in myriad opportunities for service learning and cultural studies.

    The two-week excursion included working with a village school as observers then offered interactive lessons, reading activities, and presentations. Our students also provided the school’s library with reference and story books, assisted with their teaching lab, and band equipment repairs.

    They also joined in studies at the Dagbe Cultural Institute & Arts Center, including education in drumming, dance, singing, kente weaving, basket making, local traditions, cuisine, social issues, and more.

    “The students showed determination, resilience, and enthusiasm throughout this service-learning experience and we are proud of how they represented Tennessee Tech,” said Koester.

    Info: ci@tntech.edu

  • University Archives offers primary sources for your courses!

    University Archives offers primary sources for your courses!

    Professors, has ChatGPT got you down? University Archives can help! We’ve got over 3,000 cubic feet of original materials in our archival storage. Find out how to incorporate these primary sources into your courses. Contact the Archives at archives@tntech.edu.

  • Campus Open Forum for Vice President for Research Candidate Christopher Sanford

    Campus Open Forum for Vice President for Research Candidate Christopher Sanford

    The Vice President for Research Search Committee invites you to the Campus Open Forum for Christopher Sanford, one of two finalists for the position of Vice President for Research.  This forum presents a wonderful opportunity for our community to engage with Dr. Sanford and gain valuable insights into his vision and plans for our research and economic development at Tech.

    Date: May 25th

    Time: 11:00am – Noon

    Location: Bell Hall Auditorium (BELL 282)

    We encourage faculty, staff, and students from all disciplines and backgrounds to attend and actively contribute to the discussion. Together, we can shape the future of research at our institution.

    Read more here https://www.tntech.edu/private/president/vpr-search.php

  • Campus Open Forum for Vice President for Research Candidate Jeffrey Underwood

    Campus Open Forum for Vice President for Research Candidate Jeffrey Underwood

    The Vice President for Research Search Committee invites you to the Campus Open Forum for Jeffrey Underwood, one of two finalists for the position of Vice President for Research.  This forum presents a wonderful opportunity for our community to engage with Dr. Underwood and gain valuable insights into his vision and plans for our research and economic development at Tech.

    Date: May 15th

    Time: 11:00am – Noon

    Location: Derryberry Auditorium

    We encourage faculty, staff, and students from all disciplines and backgrounds to attend and actively contribute to the discussion. Together, we can shape the future of research at our institution.

    Read more here https://www.tntech.edu/private/president/vpr-search.php

  • WEST Available During Finals Week

    WEST Available During Finals Week

    Need help with final papers? WEST has hours available during finals week! The Writing Excellence Studio at Tech provides one-on-one writing consultation for upper-level undergraduates and graduate students, regardless of what field or writing you’re working on. We can work with you on things like clarity, cohesion, logical progression, or just making sure you’re doing what the assignment asks you to do in the most effective way possible. And we’re happy to work with you at any stage of the writing process. Regardless of your skill level, we’re here to help you feel more confident in your writing abilities. We have in-person and online hours Monday-Thursday of finals week. Please check our website for exact hours and scheduling information, or come see us in Henderson Hall 306B.