Tech Times

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  • Grand Opening – Randall and Marjorie Warden Agriculture Innovation Center

    Grand Opening – Randall and Marjorie Warden Agriculture Innovation Center

    You are invited to a special celebration, the Grand Opening of the Randall and Marjorie Warden Agriculture Innovation Center at Tennessee Tech University.

    This new facility represents a significant investment in the future of agricultural education and innovation, made possible through the generosity of Randall and Marjorie Warden. We hope you will share in this exciting moment as we honor their legacy and celebrate the opportunities this center will provide for our students and community.

    Please see the attached invitation for full details. If you have any additional questions about the event, contact the Dean’s Office at 931-372-3149.

    Wings Up,

    Dr. Darron Smith, Dean of the  College of Agriculture and Human Ecology

  • OUR TOWN AUDITIONS

    A PLAY BY THORNTON WILDER. Directed by Prudence van Aalten. “Our Town” is a timeless drama that beautifully captures the essence of everyday life in a small American town. This Pulitzer Prize winning play was written in 1938. It was first performed at TN Tech’s Backdoor Playhouse in the Fall of 2007. Audition Date: Monday, December 1, 2025 / Audition Time: 6:00 p.m. /Audition Location: Backdoor Playhouse.
    Callbacks: Tuesday, December 2, 2025 / Callback Time: 6:00 p.m./ Callback Location: Backdoor Playhouse. The auditions will consist of cold readings from the script. PLEASE FILL OUT THE AUDITION FORM.

    Performance Dates: 7:30 curtain: February 19, 20, 21 (2:00 and 7:30), 26, 27, 28

     

  • FIRST LEGO League Tournament Mission Model Build Party!

    FIRST LEGO League Tournament Mission Model Build Party!

    Need a break before finals? Come build and relax with LEGOs!
    Join us in Clement Hall 410 on Sat, 12/6/25.
    Drop in anytime 10 AM–4 PM.
    Refreshments and all materials provided—just bring your creativity and good vibes!
    Because building LEGOs > stressing about finals.

  • 2025 Research Series Mini Session: GrantForward

    2025 Research Series Mini Session: GrantForward

    Join us on Friday, November 21st at 11 AM via Teams for an interactive session introducing GrantForward, the university’s new funding database designed to simplify your search for research grants. GrantForward offers access to over 83,000 funding opportunities from more than 20,000 sponsors, covering all academic disciplines. Whether you’re new to grant seeking or looking to refine your strategy, this session will help you save time and stay ahead of emerging opportunities. Register here and contact cafe@tntech.edu with questions.

  • Get Your Ducks (and Turkeys) in a Row: Prepping for Next Semester

    Get Your Ducks (and Turkeys) in a Row: Prepping for Next Semester

    Before you head off for the holidays, join us on Tuesday, November 18th at 11 AM via Teams for a quick 30-minute session to get a head start on spring. In this CITL Tech Tuesday session, we’ll share quick ways to refresh your course materials, streamline navigation, and check for accessibility issues that impact students. Prep now so you can feast later—on both turkey and the satisfaction of a course that’s ready to go! Register here and contact citl@tntech.edu with questions.

  • Career Readiness Application Deadline is Nov. 21 at 8AM

    Fri., Nov. 21, is the FINAL DAY to submit your Career Readiness Application for the Fall 2025 semester. All materials for Gold and Purple Career Readiness Applications MUST be turned to the Center for Career Development by 8 AM on Fri. Nov. 21.

    Substitutions or late submissions will not be accepted.

    Career Development | career@tntech.edu | 931-372-3232

  • Job opportunity – student photographer needed!

    Job opportunity – student photographer needed!

    The Center for Rural Innovation is now hiring a student photographer for events and project-based work for spring semester and beyond.

    Applicants must be familiar with photo equipment and editing software. Video experience a bonus. Own equipment preferred but not required.

    If you are interested, please email akruszka@tntech.edu and include a link to examples of your work. Pay starts at $15/hr with potential increases.

  • TN Tech Launches First-Ever Supper Club in Style

    TN Tech Launches First-Ever Supper Club in Style

    Tennessee Tech Dining debuted its first Supper Club, an exclusive event with SGA that united campus leaders for gourmet dining, live jazz by a group of talented jazz students, and handcrafted mocktails. Designed to foster connection and celebrate impact, the evening earned praise for creativity and class. This is just the beginning of The Supper Club.

  • Heather’s Box

    Heather’s Box

    Heather’s Box has been relocated to Jere Whitson Hall on the 3rd floor.

    This free food box was established in 2017 in an effort to help alleviate campus food insecurities. Please take what you need, leave what you can.

    Thank you for your support! For questions, inquiries, or an opportunity to volunteer, please contact: Latisha Scarlett
    lscarlett@tntech.edu
    (931)372-3313

  • Student Affairs Student Spotlight – Bailey Bechtold

    Student Affairs Student Spotlight – Bailey Bechtold

    Meet Bailey Bechtold, our November Student Affairs Student Spotlight!

    Bailey is a senior at Tennessee Tech majoring in Mechanical Engineering with a concentration in Mechatronics. On campus, Bailey is an active member of the Autonomous Robotics Club, where she has served as Project Lead for T.A.L.U.S. and currently serves as Event Planner, coordinating activities and outreach events. Beyond her academic involvement, Bailey serves as a Trailblazer, welcoming prospective students to Tech, and as an academic tutor, helping peers succeed in engineering and math. This spring, Bailey was honored with the Spectrum Award for her outstanding involvement at Tech. After graduation, she hopes to pursue a career focused on innovation and service.

    Read more about Bailey’s accomplishments here!