Tech Times

Category: General

  • EAP Resources for Coping with Tragedy

    Whether you work or live in Nashville or elsewhere, we know many are affected in some way by Monday’s tragedy at The Covenant School.

    We wish to remind you we have resources available to help you and your employees sort through your feelings about this event. This flyer provides information on coping with traumatic events. Find additional information on Here4TN, your employee assistance program, at www.here4tn.com/content/cex-consumer/state-of-tn/en/member-benefits.html.

    For more information on these benefits contact Optum 855-HERE4TN (855-437-3486) 24/7 or here4tn.com 

  • Counseling Center Drop-in Space on March 30

    The counseling center is holding drop-in space in the Eagle Resource Room RUC 387 on Thursday, March 30 from 10:00am-2:00pm. This space aims to provide a confidential, safe, and trusting environment for reflection or a space to process the events that happened in Nashville, Tennessee this week. For more information, please contact the counseling center at 931-372-3331.

  • Tennessee Tech’s First Town Hall

    Tennessee Tech’s First Town Hall

    On Thursday, March 23rd, Tennessee Tech’s SGA hosted the first-ever Town Hall! Student leaders from different campus organizations were invited to speak with various campus administrators. These administrators were President Philip Oldham, Lori Mann Bruce (Provost and VP for Academic Affairs), Karen Lykins (VP for Enrollment and Communication), Rob Owens (Chief Diversity Officer), Cynthia Polk-Johnson (VP for Student Affairs), Claire Stinson (VP for Planning and Finance), Chuck Roberts (Associate VP of Facilities and Business Services), and Brian Seiler (Associate VP of Information Technology Services).

    The night began with a mix and mingle where student leaders could converse with the administrators. Then, everyone moved into a time of Q&A. Before opening the floor, the administrators shared campus initiatives they were most proud of. Student leaders proceeded to ask their burning questions. The university’s growth and ways to sustain the growth were discussed, as well as improvements in accessibility around campus. Students also asked what each administrator would add to Tech and suggested ways they felt Tech could improve. The night ended with administrators advising the student leaders on how to make the most of the student experience. The overall consensus was to engage in events, classes, and relationships.

    SGA would like to thank all those who took time out of their day to attend this event!

    For more information on SGA events, visit SGA’s Instagram (tntech_sga) or email Emma Parson at efparson42@tntech.edu.

  • TENN TECH ARMY ROTC HOST BLOOD DRIVE

    TENN TECH ARMY ROTC HOST BLOOD DRIVE

    TENN TECH ROTC host a Blood Drive with Bood Assurance.

    When:  Tuesday, April 4, 2023

    When:  1:00-5:00 p.m.

    Where:  Quad entrance across from Bell Hall.

    Call Kaye Loftis at 931-372-3283 to sign up.

    One donation can save 3 lives!

  • iLearn Insights Dashboard Part 2

    iLearn Insights Dashboard Part 2

    Following the Course Analytics Part 1 workshop, join the Center for Innovation in Teaching and Learning for iLearn Insights Dashboard & Analytics Part 2. During this session, we will share information about the new Insights Portal Dashboards implemented in December of 2022. The dashboards are a collection of reporting visualizations that allow you to dig deeper into the engagement or assessment quality in your courses. These dashboards compile the data from courses into a graphical representation that allows you to review engagement metrics, identify individuals or groups who are succeeding or at-risk, and ascertain the quality of your quizzes and question reliability. Register below and contact the CITL with questions at CITL@tntech.edu.

    Register

  • Summer 2023 Deadlines and Reminders

    Summer 2023 Deadlines and Reminders

    Submit educational discount forms to HR by April 15, 2023 to ensure timely processing.

    The first day to register for a course at Tech if you are using a fee waiver is May 8. 2023.

    Tennessee Tech Summer Term classes begin May 22, 2023.

     For full details of the Educational Policies, please reference Educational Assistance for Tennessee Tech Employees and Educational Assistance for Spouse and Dependents of Tennessee Tech Employees (Policy 630 & 631).

    Please review the Tennessee Tech Master Calendar for additional dates and deadlines.

    Contact Sheila McNeal, 3034 or smcneal@tntech.edu for more information.

  • Student Affairs Student Spotlight – Kie Workman

    Student Affairs Student Spotlight – Kie Workman

    Congratulations to Kie Workman for being named this month’s Student Affairs Student Spotlight, an honor bestowed on him for his outstanding personality and accomplishments in academia. Kie is a senior Chemical Engineering major from Spring Hill, TN who has already accepted the position of production engineer for the company Primient when he graduates. He was nominated because of the passion and commitment he has shown in his research of negative ion photoelectron spectroscopy (NIPS) of various molecules. His enthusiasm for engineering can also be seen through his role as treasurer for the engineering honor society, Tau Beta Pi, where the leadership team, according to Kie, “is working to build a capable community of engineers that can grow together and give back to the community through various service events.” Besides being a phenomenal student, Kie enjoys spending time with his family and staying active through Tech’s Climbing Club. When asked what inspired the kindness and leadership that got him the nomination, he focused on his father and his girlfriend as his main inspirations. Kie truly embodies what it means to be a Golden Eagle through his upstanding character, promising leadership skills, and academic excellence which makes him more than deserving of this month’s Student Affairs Student Spotlight.  

  • Eagle Works deadline 3/29 – compete for $15k+ in scholarships!

    Eagle Works deadline 3/29 – compete for $15k+ in scholarships!

    Get ready to face the Tennessee Tech version of Sharks in the 10th Annual Eagle Works competition! Pitch your best idea to our panel of judges for a chance to win a piece of over $10K in scholarships!

    Create a team or work alone, get registered, and then get ready to create a short business summary (3-6 pages, due March 29) and 7-minute pitch that you’ll present in preliminary rounds (if needed) April 4th or 5th, and potentially the final round on April 15th!

    All the information you need is on the Eagle Works website at www.tntech.edu/eagleworks – so get registered and get ready for chance at the spotlight!

    Need help? Pitch practice and guidance will be available March 21 and 28 in the Makerspace starting at 4:30 p.m., and virtually on March 23 starting at 5 p.m. If none of those times work for you, please reach out to us and we can work something out!

    The Makerspace is on the third floor of Volpe Library. Use the north staircase (past the IT Help Desk) to access.

  • Human Resources Office Closure

    The Human Resource Department will be closed on Thursday, March 23, 2023, from 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM for training.

    In the event of an emergency, please email Sherry Howard at showard@tntech.edu.  This email will be monitored during the training session.

  • Nominate an Excellent Advisor!

    Is your advisor supportive, encouraging, knowledgeable, and attentive? If so, nominate them for the Excellence in Advising Award! Nominations will be accepted through March 22 at 11:29 PM.  https://www.tntech.edu/advisement/award/nomination.php

    If you have any questions, contact Angie Clark at adclark@tntech.edu or 931-372-6176