Are you familiar with the course delivery methods available at Tennessee Tech? Join the Center for Innovation in Teaching and Learning on Tuesday, March 7th at 11 AM. the CITL Instructional Designers will review the three course modalities: Tech-Direct (Online), Tech-Flex (Hybrid), and Tech-Enhanced (On-Ground). Designers will discuss overall best practices for communication, engagement, assessment, and content. By following these suggestions, instructors can create courses that are effective in promoting student learning and success. Register below and contact the CITL at citl@tntech.edu.
Category: General
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Student Affairs Newsletter – March Issue
The March Issue of the Student Affairs is now available. This newsletter was created to share what is taking place in the division and give an inside look into the departments, programs, and services that make up Student Affairs. The newsletter is published on a quarterly basis throughout the year. Visit the Student Affairs website to check out the latest edition!
https://www.tntech.edu/sa/whats-happening.php
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2023 Dollywood Discount
As an employee of Tennessee Tech University, you can receive a discount on Dollywood tickets for you and your family. To make your reservations visit the Human Resource page: Tech Total Rewards: Dollywood.
The Dollywood ticket will be valid 5 days from the date selected. If you do not use the ticket in that 5 day window, you can call 1-800-DOLLYWOOD to change the date.
For more information on great benefits available to you visit our Tech Total Rewards or email your question to ttubenefits@tnech.edu
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Academic Bowl in Derryberry Hall on March 2
Please welcome students and coaches to campus for the annual WCTE Academic Bowl on Thursday, March 2! The academic bowl is a time for students from Middle Tennessee to come together to compete on Tech’s campus and have some fun with their academic skills. While not open to the public, the WCTE Academic Bowl will be livestreamed on WCTE.org and WCTE’s Facebook page.
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Nominations are now being accepted for Outstanding Staff Awards
It’s that time of year again! Nominations are currently being accepted for the Outstanding Clerical & Support Staff Awards and the Outstanding Professional Award. Awards are based on job performance, attitude toward University constituencies, commitment and service to the University, professional development and suggestions for program improvements. Nominations can be made by any member of the Tennessee Tech community (faculty, staff and students). Please visit the following link: https://www.tntech.edu/hr/recognition/index.php for more information and to make a nomination. The deadline for nominations is March 13, 2023. For questions or additional information please email us at ttuemployment@tntech.edu.
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General Education Award Nominations Open!
The General Education Award for Outstanding Teaching is awarded to a full-time or part-time faculty member, instructor, or graduate teaching assistant for outstanding instruction in a general education course. Any student, faculty member, administrator, or recent graduate may nominate a teacher for this award. Two winners are selected each year to receive a plaque or certificate and a monetary award. Nominate below and contact Amy McCoy with questions at abmccoy@tntech.edu.
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Distinguished Service Learning Award Nominations Open!
Service Learning is a teaching and learning strategy that integrates meaningful community service with instruction and reflection to enrich the learning experience, teach civic responsibility, and strengthen communities. The Distinguished Service Learning Faculty Award is presented to a member of the Tennessee Tech community who shows exceptional dedication and commitment to engaging in service learning while inspiring and equipping others to do the same. Nominate below and contact Amy McCoy with questions at abmccoy@tntech.edu.
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Tech Togetherness Awards Nominations Open!
Nominations are now being accepted for the Tech Togetherness Awards sponsored by the Office of the Provost. The goal of Tech Togetherness is to bridge the gaps and create stronger relationships across administrators, faculty, staff, and the Tech community at large. With everyone moving in the same direction we can all individually and collectively reach this goal. As we wrap up another academic year, we want to acknowledge those that have helped us remain together in spirit and who have embodied the Wings Up Way. Nominate below and contact Amy McCoy with questions at abmccoy@tntech.edu.
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Become a Student Leadership Awards Reviewer!
The Student Leadership Awards program, sponsored by the Student Government Association, seeks to strengthen students’ sense of connection to and appreciation for the University community, express appreciation for student leadership and contributions to the institution, and highlight student leadership excellence as an example to continuing students. Please consider supporting this program as an applicant reviewer. Reviewers will have the week of March 20 to read and rate a small number of applications. Help to make the program happen while reading about the ways our amazing students are making a difference at Tech! Please email Ben Stubbs at bstubbs@tntech.edu to be added as a reviewer.
Information about nominations and applications can be found on the Student Leadership Awards website. Please take a moment to nominate students whose efforts warrant recognition and share this program with your students. Awards will be presented during the Student Leadership Awards ceremony on April 10.
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CITL: Small Group Instructional Diagnostic (SGID)
Small Group Instructional Diagnostic (SGID) is a simple and straightforward evaluation process that uses structured small group discussions among students in a class to provide confidential feedback to an instructor, generally around the midpoint of a term. The Center for Innovation in Teaching and Learning conducts SGID Evaluations during the Fall and Spring semesters.
Small Group Instructional Diagnostic (SGID) Consultations will be taking place March 6-9th and March 20-24th. Please contact the CITL at citl@tntech.edu if you would like to know more.