“Finals Prep Station for First-Year Students”- Join us Thurs., Nov. 20, 10:30 AM–12:30 PM in Volpe Library Lobby! Thanksgiving break is your chance to recharge AND plan—only one week of classes left after break! Stop by to chat with a success coach and peer for study hacks, stress tips, and free handouts. Questions? Contact Tenika Burgess at tnburgess@tntech.edu or 931-372-6850.
Category: Events
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Summer Research Experiences Worshop- Nov 25
The Student Members of the American Chemical Society invite you to our informational session on summer research opportunities on Tuesday, Nov. 25 at 11 a.m. in SLH 126. Students that participated in summer programs this summer will discuss Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REUs), internships, and CISE grants. Topics covered will be how to find opportunities, how to apply, and experiences in various programs. Pizza and drinks will be served. You can RSVP through the code on the flyer or here so we can have a headcount for food. Questions can be sent to smacsttu@gmail.com. Open to all majors.
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Careers n’ Coffee with UT Space Institute
Take a break and enjoy a FREE cup of coffee while speaking with recruiters from UT Space Institute on Wednesday, November 19, at 11 AM in the RUC’s Swoops Food Court.
The UT Space Institute is a graduate and research institution in Middle Tennessee. It has become an internationally recognized institution for graduate study and research in engineering, physics, mathematics, and aviation systems.
Check on Handshake to find out more about this and other employer events!
Careers n’ Coffee events are hosted by the Center for Career Development.
931-372-3232
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Nov. 18 Purple Career Readiness Makeup and Recap Workshop
Missed any of the career readiness workshops? Join us in the RUC 282 on Tues., Nov. 18, at 11 AM for the LAST Purple Career Readiness Workshop, to recap what you missed this semester. This event is open to all students in all majors and counts towards the Purple Career Readiness Certification for junior and senior students. Bring your Eagle Card!
Career Development | career@tntech.edu | 931-372-3232
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Snow Globes and Jeopardy- Center of Addiction, Prevention, and Support Event
On November 19th at 7:00p.m., the Center of Addiction, Prevention, and Support will be hosting a holiday event with snow globe making, a Jeopardy competition, prizes, and hot cocoa! It is a time to unwind and have fun with friends right before the holidays. This event will be hosted in the Tech Pride Room in the Roaden University Center. We hope to see you there!
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2025 Christmas Ornament Decorating Contest
The Office of the President is hosting a Christmas ornament decorating contest! This is open to departments across campus, but only one entry per department. The theme is gingerbread, so think all things gingerbread cookies, houses, gumdrop buttons, icing, and the works. Use your creativity! Entries must be able to easily sit or hang on a tree branch. No store bought ornaments can be entered, and all entries must be family friendly. Entries don’t have to be limited to baked gingerbread, but can be made of any kind of craft supplies.
Registration and ornament drop off opens today, Thursday, 11/13, and runs through Friday, 12/5. Ornaments can be dropped off at the front desk in Derryberry Hall, room 206 and will be judged by an impartial group. First, second, and third place winners will be announced in Tech Times on Tuesday, 12/16. Register here. Who will take home the trophy???
Please email Aleta Cannon (cacannon@tntech.edu) with any questions.
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Introduction to Resume Writing Workshop
Join us Thur, Nov 13, at 11 AM in the RUC 282 to learn to craft a strong resume! This workshop is open to everyone but will NOT count toward any Career Readiness Certification.
Check Handshake to learn more about this and other events!
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Let’s Talk Business: Is AI Ready for Prime Time in the Stock Market
The fifth installment of this semester’s Let’s Talk Business series is on Nov. 18 at 11 a.m. In Foundation Hall 238. Dr. Justin Lee and Dr. Jim Jenkins will be presenting on the topic “Is AI Ready for Prime Time in the Stock Market.”
For more information, contact the College of Business Professional Readiness and Leadership via prl@tntech.edu or call 931-372-6198.
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Don’t Forget! Pay Frequency Town Hall
The November Pay Frequency Town Hall will outline important updates and insights into the upcoming change to a bi-weekly pay frequency for hourly paid employees that will be effective starting December 29th, 2025.
Date: Monday, November 17
Time: 10:30 am – 11:00 am
Location: VirtualDuring the Town Hall, we’ll highlight key changes that employees can expect after the transition to Talon, as well as recommended actions to complete before this change takes effect.
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Nuclear For All Career Expo, Tues., 11/13 – Calling ALL Majors
Students from all majors are invited to explore a variety of nuclear industry and national security careers at the Nuclear For All Career Expo, Thursday, Nov. 13, 2025, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the Ashraf Islam Engineering Building Atrium. This drop-in event applies to all majors—including business, liberal arts, communications, fine arts, nursing, engineering, computer science, basic sciences, and more.
The expo will feature booths and educational sessions with company representatives sharing a variety of career paths in the nuclear industry. For more information, visit the event listing on the College of Engineering Events Calendar, or contact Bethany Smith, Assistant Director of Corporate Relations, via email to bvsmith@tntech.edu.
