Tech Times

Category: Academics

  • Submit Spring Book Orders to the Bookstore by Nov. 7th

    Hello!

    We had a few hiccups but AIP (Adoptions Insights Portal) now has the Spring semester courses loaded. Please have professors or department admins go to AIP and submit book orders for the Spring semester. Remember, that AIP is accessible through Tech Express.  Students begin registering for classes on Nov. 8th. HEOA (Higher Education Opportunity Act) requires that students be able to see what books are required for their class when they register. We are asking that all book orders be submitted by Nov. 7th. This will not only meet the HEOA guidelines but helps us with ordering used books for spring classes. As you know there is a quick turnaround between the end of fall term and the start of spring term. As soon as we receive your book order we will begin sourcing for used books. Ordering of custom books begins on Nov. 8th. and we will begin ordering books from publishers Nov. 15th. Some of you may have already emailed your book information to Shannon. That information is still being loaded into AIP and should be visible by Monday, Nov. 1st.

    If you have any questions or issues, please reach out to myself, eowens@bncollege.com, OR Shannon, srdavis@bncollege.com.

    Thank you for your assistance.

  • What a SPLASH!

    What a SPLASH!

    What a SPLASH! This fall break, Tennessee Tech had 12 scuba students participate in a trip to John Pennekamp State Park. The students specifically went to Key Largo’s marine sanctuary where they were able to complete check out dives. These are required in order to complete their Divemaster certification and consist of giving a guided dive. The students and instructors had a great time and after 17 dives overall, were able to gain 7 new open water divers as well as 2 advanced divers. These people consist of Taylor Erb, Julie Warmath, Luke Hicks, Chris Swindell, Riley Schrick, Abigail Sandman, Warren Carnes, and José Rodriquez. The students also participated in a deep dive of 102 ft and a thrilling night dive in the Atlantic Ocean. Students and instructors had loads of fun and look forward to their next trip where they will once again introduce new lives to the wonders of the Atlantic.

  • First Horizon Foundation supports Financial Literacy Program

    First Horizon Foundation supports Financial Literacy Program

    The First Horizon Foundation recently presented Tennessee Tech with a $6,000 gift to support the College of Business’s financial literacy program. First Horizon’s support will allow Tech to deliver a one-credit-hour course in spring 2022 titled Financial Literacy for Entrepreneurs. The course will emphasize practical financial skills for entrepreneurs, offering a high-level examination of financial statements, ratio analysis, time value of money and the essentials of starting a business in Tennessee. It will conclude with a panel discussion, consisting of entrepreneurs and individuals involved in debt and equity financing, which will be open to local community members. The class will also provide faculty and graduate assistants with the opportunity to engage in research to improve student outcomes related to financial literacy concepts.

  • Call for EDGE QEP curriculum grant applications!

    EDGE: Enhanced Discovery through Guided Exploration is Tennessee Tech’s Quality Enhancement Plan. The EDGE Creative Inquiry Course Grant Program offers Faculty the opportunity to redesign undergraduate or graduate courses to include creative inquiry projects and assignments. In addition, the EDGE rubric is now an optional method of assessing student work – faculty may propose another method for assessment. The limit on individual course grants is $5,000. The limit on multiple-course curriculum grants is $15,000. November 5 is the application deadline.

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

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

  • ARMY ROTC Scholarship Board

    The Military Science Department (Army ROTC) will host a scholarship board on November 20.  Students interested in applying for an Army ROTC Scholarship or would like more information, should contact Mr. Ron Borden, rborden@tntech.edu by October 29.  The Army ROTC Scholarship may be applied to tuition & fees or room and board.

  • Films on Demand Access Ends October 30

    Access to the Films on Demand (FOD) database ends on October 30.  If you are using videos from FOD in  your classes, you have until October 30 to use them or find a replacement in our newer film database AVON (Academic Video Online), or in Kanopy (please check in AVON before ordering in Kanopy).  You can access AVON by visiting the Databases A to Z page or by finding titles in EagleSearch.  Contact Sharon Holderman if you have questions!

  • Putting Yourself First In College (Launchpad Workshop)

    Putting Yourself First In College (Launchpad Workshop)

    Are you getting enough sleep?  Are you eating junk food each day? Come learn how to maintain a healthy lifestyle and not forget about “YOU” when at Tech.

    What: Self-Care Launchpad Student Success Center Workshop

    When: Thursday, October 14th, at 2:00pm

    Where: Online via Microsoft TEAMS.  Join at https://www.tntech.edu/ssc/launchpad/launch.php

  • “Holding Space for Self” with Cheya Thousand

    “Holding Space for Self” with Cheya Thousand

    The Office of Multicultural Affairs, the Counseling Center, Residential Life, the Women’s Center, and the SGA present “Holding Space For Self” with Ms. Cheya Thousand on Tuesday, October 5th at 11am in Derryberry Hall Auditorium. Join us for this Wellness Event to learn how you can “be well” in recognition of World Mental Health Day which will be on Oct. 10th.

  • Can We Chat? Tip For Talking With Professors (Launchpad Workshop)

    Can We Chat? Tip For Talking With Professors (Launchpad Workshop)

    Sometimes speaking up in a large class can be tough.  We are here to show you how to easily communicate with professors and your academic advisor as a student.

    What: Launchpad Student Success Center Workshop (Can We Chat? Tips For Talking With Professors)

    When: Wednesday, September 29th, at 11:00am

    Where: Volpe Library, Room 112

  • Scholarship Application for 2022-2023 Now Open

    Scholarship Application for 2022-2023 Now Open

    The general scholarship application for the 2022-2023 academic year is available now through Wednesday, Dec. 15, 2021. All students must complete this application in order to be eligible for Tennessee Tech scholarships in the Fall 2022, Spring 2023, and Summer 2023 terms.

    If you have a renewable departmental scholarship, you have to re-apply every year in order for that scholarship to be renewed!

    To apply, log into Tech Express account and click on the diamond “ScholWeb” icon in the QuickLinks area. For additional assistance and information, please visit the Scholarship Office website.

    www.tntech.edu/scholarships/apply

    For questions, email scholarships@tntech.edu or call (931) 372-6159.