Join the CITL on Tuesday, March 25th, at 11 AM via Teams to hear from three of our 2024 CITL TechTrendsetter Grantees, Drs. Samantha Allen, Momin Abdul, and Shelia Hurley. During this presentation, we will learn how Dr. Allen used Video Notes in iLearn, while integrating a grant-funded spatial technology. As well as how Dr. Momin utilized iLearn’s Tech Template for course management and integrated GIS and GPS tools for hands-on learning. Lastly, we will hear from Dr. Hurley, who also utilized the Tech Templates while piloting Perusall in an asynchronous nursing course to improve student engagement with readings. Register here and contact citl@tntech.edu with questions.
Category: General
-

Information for 3rd Party Deliveries
Hello students, we are so glad that you have decided to have your
deliveries sent to The Post. Here is some information that will help
when you are ordering.OUR HOURS OF OPERATION:
To ensure that your delivery gets to your campus box, please order
them to be delivered when we are open. Our schedule is as follows:
Spring & Fall Semester 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Summer & Winter Breaks 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Please ensure that the delivery driver will have enough time to get to
the office and deliver it.MOST COMMON DELIVERY SERVICES:
WalmartDoor Dash
Instacart
The Post powered by Canon
1000 N Dixie Ave | Cookeville, TN 38501 | (931) 382-328 | Mailservices@tntech.ed -
Social Source with OCM: Content Strategy and Storytelling
Want to create social media content that captures attention and builds real connections? Join the Office of Communications and Marketing Social Media Team for this month’s Social Source session on March 26 at 1 p.m. in RUC 246!
This session will focus on content strategy and storytelling, helping you craft compelling narratives, use visuals effectively, and highlight the stories that make Tennessee Tech unique. Whether you’re managing an account solo or with a team, you’ll walk away with creative techniques and best practices to enhance your digital presence. See you there!
-
March HR Office Hour
The Office of Human Resources will hold our monthly HR Office Hour on Wednesday, March 19, from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm. During the session, we will share information about the next phase of the compensation plan. We encourage all employees to attend this informative session.
Please click here to join the meeting on Wednesday.
-

Creator+ Lumi: D2L AI Question Creator in iLearn
Join the CITL on Tuesday, March 11th at 11 AM for our introduction to Lumi in Creator+ in D2L/iLearn. Lumi is an AI-powered tool that generates retrieval practice questions based on course content within HTML pages. Learn how Lumi can streamline question creation, enhance student engagement, and support effective learning in your courses. Register here and contact citl@tntech.edu.
-

Nominations for Most Valuable Student Worker
The Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships is collecting nominations for MVP Student Worker. You know better than anyone the efforts our students go to make Tennessee Tech a one-of-a-kind university that is full of ambition, heart, and purpose. Our offices feel that students’ diligence and dedication should be recognized. Please reach out to studentjobs@tntech.edu to request the nomination form for any FWS/UAS Student Worker you feel exemplifies the qualities mentioned. Nominations must be approved by the student’s listed supervisor. The deadline to submit nominations is March 21, 2025.
-

Nominations for the 2025 Derryberry Award due March 14
The 2025 Derryberry Award nomination deadline is Friday, March 14. This award was established in honor of the late Everett Derryberry after 34 years as president of Tennessee Tech. This prestigious honor grants a plaque and cash award to a graduating senior who demonstrates a high level of scholastic achievement and successful campus involvement in leadership and enrichment opportunities. Individuals who graduated in December 2024 or are scheduled to graduate in May or August 2025 are eligible for nomination. Visit https://www.tntech.edu/derryberryaward for more information.
-

Student Affairs Student Spotlight – Madison Kibbe
Meet Madison, our March Student Affairs Student Spotlight! Originally from Mt. Juliet, Tennessee, Madison is a senior at Tennessee Tech University majoring in Environmental & Sustainability Studies. She has dedicated herself to service, from building homes in Sneedville, TN, to distributing medication in El Magueyal, El Salvador. Madison is actively involved in the Society of Women Engineers (SWE) and Servants of Christ (SOC), supporting women in STEM and engaging in faith-based community service. Her volunteer efforts extend beyond campus, including disaster relief, preparing meals for veterans and widows, and working with nonprofits supporting vulnerable communities.
Congrats, Madison! Read more at https://www.tntech.edu/student/student-spotlight.php
-

Poet’s Coffee Grand Opening
We’re thrilled to announce the Grand Opening of your new favorite spot on campus – Poet’s Coffee!
Join us to celebrate!
Date: Mar 12
Time: 1 – 2 pm
Location: Volpe Library
Be sure to swing by for a cup of your new campus brew! Whether you’re a latte lover or a cold brew connoisseur, Poet’s has something to get your day started and ended right. We can’t wait to see you and serve up some happiness in every cup!See you soon!
Cheers! -

D2L/iLearn: Creator+
Join the CITL on Tuesday, March 4th at 11 AM to learn how to use Creator+ to create clickable, interactive content for your iLearn course. In this session, we will show you how to transform static word docs and pdfs into engaging content for students. View a demonstration here.
Register here and contact citl@tntech.edu with questions.
