IEEE-HKN will be hosting guest speaker Dr. John Matthews on Tuesday, March 3rd from 11:00am to 12:00pm in Brown 315. All students are invited and encouraged to attend. Dr. Matthews is a member of the Industrial Advisory Board (IAB). Though, many of you will know him for his lectures in Professional Issues in ECE. Dr. Matthews will be giving a lecture over Utilization in Power Systems, where he will talk about engineering challenges in designing systems that need very complex and dynamic amounts of power.
Category: Academics
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WEST Workshop 3/5: Integrating Sources
Struggling to smoothly add your research findings to your own writing? WEST, the Writing Excellence Studio at Tech, is here to help! On Thursday, 3/5, we will lead a dead hour workshop on Integrating Sources. We will talk about how to make your research cleanly fit with your own prose. The workshop will be in Henderson Hall 304B, from 11:00-11:50. No registration required, and all are welcome. If you can’t make the workshop, come for a one-on-one session. For availability and scheduling, check out our website. We look forward to working with you!
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Thesis & Dissertation Information Sessions
Submitting a thesis or dissertation? Join the College of Graduate Studies for an overview of the submission and review process.
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- Thurs, March 5, 11–12 (RUC 246) or
Tues, March 10, 11–12 (RUC 246)
Save your seat! Register for the Spring 2026 Thesis & Dissertation Information Sessions. Sessions are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Additional sessions may be added based on interest.
Questions? Contact gradstudies@tntech.edu.
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College of Education & Human Sciences Earns Strong Accreditation Results
CEHS has successfully completed its national Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) and state Tennessee Department of Education (TDOE) accreditation reviews, reaffirming the quality and impact of our educator preparation programs. This extensive 18‑month process highlights the strength of our PreK–12 pathways and the dedication of our faculty, students, and partners. Learn more about the review and our programs at tntech.edu/education/accreditation.php
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Non-instructional Faculty Assignments 2026-2027
Congratulations Dr. Jesse Carrick (Chemistry), Dr. George Chitiyo (Curriculum and Instruction), Dr. Lauren Michel (Earth Sciences) and Dr. Susmit Shannigrahi (Computer Science), recipients of 2026-2027 Non-Instructional Faculty Assignments!
NIFA are designed to contribute to the professional growth of faculty, improve teaching and curriculum across the University, and/or enhance the scholarship and academic excellence of the University in ways that cannot be achieved within the constraints of regular workload assignments. More information https://www.tntech.edu/handbooks/faculty/noninstructionalassignments.php
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WEST Workshop 2/17: Effective Presentations
Looking for help understanding presentations? WEST, the Writing Excellence Studio at Tech, is here to help! On Tuesday, 2/17, we will lead a dead hour workshop on Effective Presentations. We will talk about how to structure, format, and present to an audience. The workshop will be in Henderson Hall 216A, from 11:00-11:50. No registration required, and all are welcome. If you can’t make the workshop, come for a one-on-one session. For availability and scheduling, check out our website. We look forward to working with you!
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Faculty Scholar Advocate for Truman Scholarship Advising
Interested in helping students fund graduate school for careers in public service—gov., public health, education, or nonprofit work? Apply to become a Faculty Scholar Advocate for the Truman Scholarship! Learn more about the award at Truman.gov. If you’re interested in mentoring students for this opportunity, see expectations and application. Small stipend available. Contact Honors Program Director, Lindsey at LRRoberts@tntech.edu by February 19.
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IDEA Course Evaluation Report Session with IARE – February 20
Get the most out of your course evaluation reports. The Office of Institutional Assessment, Research, & Effectiveness (IARE) will be hosting a session on interpreting your IDEA course evaluation reports. This session will review the components for the IDEA report and the types of scores and comparisons provided in the report. Instructors will gain a greater understanding of how the SLOs selected for their courses impact the summary evaluation score and the five key questions that IDEA course evaluations seek to answer. Join us for this online training session on Friday, February 20, at 11AM.
For questions, contact kharris@tntech.edu
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Call for Submissions: Journal for Societal Impact
The Journal for Societal Impact is now accepting submissions!
Who Can Submit
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- Tennessee Tech undergraduate and graduate students
Research completed as part of coursework, independent study, theses, capstones, internships, or faculty‑mentored projects
Submission Topics
We welcome high‑quality research that addresses societal impact within business contexts. Both traditional research studies and thought‑provoking conceptual work are encouraged.
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Nominations Open for the Annual College of Education & Human Sciences’ Awards
Join the College of Education & Human Sciences in honoring the contributions, dedication, and spirit of its faculty, staff, students, and alumni.
Help recognize these outstanding individuals in a variety of categories, from research and teaching to service and leadership. We welcome participation from the university community. Visit our website to make your nomination(s) and upload a one-page letter of support. Thank you.
