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  • Student Spotlight Nominations Now Open – Fall 2024 Semester

    Student Spotlight Nominations Now Open – Fall 2024 Semester

    Do you know a student who always goes above and beyond? The Division of Student Affairs is seeking nominations for the Student Affairs Student Spotlight. We’re looking to feature Golden Eagles who excel in every aspect of campus life. Selected students will be featured in a Tech Times article and a Student Affairs Instagram post. Students and staff are encouraged to nominate. Let’s spotlight the best of Tennessee Tech! The nomination form can be found at https://www.tntech.edu/sa (link at bottom of the page under additional resources).  

     

  • HR Office Hour – Phase 2 Compensation & Classification Study

    HR Office Hour – Phase 2 Compensation & Classification Study

    Welcome to the start of the semester! The Office of Human Resources will be holding our August HR Office hour on Tuesday, August 27, from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm. The topic will be focused on Phase 2 of the Compensation & Classification study.  This is a great opportunity to ask HR any questions you might have. Please follow the link: Join the meeting now

  • Liezl Laurel Wins 2024 Kurt Eisen Excellence in Liberal Arts Award

    Liezl Laurel Wins 2024 Kurt Eisen Excellence in Liberal Arts Award

    Liezl Laurel, a Spanish and computer science double major, is the recipient of the 2024 Kurt Eisen Excellence in Liberal Arts Award. The award recognizes excellence in three areas: critical thinking, context consciousness, and communication.

    Liezl was nominated by the Department of Foreign Languages. Dr. Joshua Martin, Assistant Professor of Spanish, writes, “Liezl represents the highest ideals of humanistic inquiry and impactful research. She embodies the full spirit of the award and is an exceptional ambassador for TTU’s mission and values.”

  • Using AI to Reduce Your Workload

    Using AI to Reduce Your Workload

    Join the CITL on Aug. 27th at 11 AM to discover practical tips and tools to integrate AI into your daily academic routine. Whether you’re new to AI or looking to deepen your understanding, this session will provide insights and hands-on strategies to elevate your academic endeavors. Contact citl@tntech.edu and register here.

  • Center for Global Experiences is in a new location

    Center for Global Experiences is in a new location

    We are excited to announce that last week the Center for Global Experiences moved to a new location! We are now located in the Volpe Library room 248. If you are interested in studying abroad, doing an internship abroad, or if you are a faculty member interested in leading a group of students abroad, please stop by. We will be accepting walk-ins. If you have any questions, please email studyabroad@tntech.edu.

  • American Red Cross Adult & Pediatric First Aid/ CPR/ AED Class

    American Red Cross Adult & Pediatric First Aid/ CPR/ AED Class

    Due to the overwhelming response two additional American Red Cross Adult & Pediatric First Aid/ CPR/ AED classes have been added including Monday, August 26 and Tuesday, August 27.  The class is sponsored by the Exercise Science Department is open to any faculty, staff or graduate assistant that may be interested. The class is a blended learning class in which a portion of the class will be completed online prior to the skill session. You have an opportunity to choose from two hands on skill session including: Class #1: Monday, August 26: 5:30- 8:00 pm or Class #2: Tuesday, August 27: 5:30- 8:00 pm. Anyone interested should email Brad Westrick at bwestrick@tntech.edu no later than Friday, August 23 for more details.

  • International Friends host family signups

    International Friends host family signups

    Would you like to meet some of the new international students at Tennessee Tech and learn about their culture?  International Friends is simply a social program to help international students get acclimated to campus and Cookeville (not a live-in program) and for families to meet the students and learn about other cultures . A monthly activity is requested. Whenever possible, students should be included in special celebrations.
    If you would like to sign up to be a host family please visit our website: https://www.tntech.edu/studyabroad/exchange-students/if.php

    If you have any questions, please contact Amy Miller at almiller@tntech.edu

  • Eagle Eye After-hours Crisis Hotline Expansion

    The Center for Counseling and Mental Health Wellness is pleased to announce that the Eagle Eye After-hours Crisis Hotline has expanded to 24/7 coverage. The new Eagle Eye Crisis Hotline is now available to students 24 hours/7 days per week and 365 days per year. The Center for Counseling and Mental Health Wellness also has crisis walk-in appointment hours on Monday-Friday from 9am-3pm. For more information please contact the Center for Counseling and Mental Health Wellness at 372-3331 or counsel@tntech.edu

  • 5 Ways the CITL Can Help You

    5 Ways the CITL Can Help You

    Join CITL on Tuesday, August 20th at 11 AM to learn 5 ways CITL can help you this semester. Our team will demonstrate iLearn templates, provide info on Small Group Instructional Diagnostics, and explain how to book a consultation or classroom observation. Register now and contact CITL@tntech.edu.

  • Public Notice for comments on the University’s Stormwater Management Plan.

    Environmental Health & Safety is sending out a Public Notice for comments on the University’s Stormwater Management Plan (SWMP). As you may know, the University operates a small municipal separate storm sewer system (MS4) permit that is administered by TDEC. The University is required to complete a formal Public Notice for comments on the SWMP. The University’s SWMP can be found on the EHS Stormwater Webpage. Please send any comments regarding the SWMP to ehs@tntech.edu.  Comments will be received for a period of 14 days from this notification.