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Replay: Bloom’s & Maslow’s
Join the Center for Innovation in Teaching and Learning (CITL) for our next workshop, Bloom’s & Maslow’s, on Tuesday, October 3rd at 11 AM. Enhance the educational experience by integrating Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs and Bloom’s Taxonomy. Discover how to create a supportive learning environment that addresses students’ fundamental needs, while applying cognitive development principles from Bloom’s Taxonomy to elevate critical thinking and enhance learning outcomes. Join us to enrich your instructional approach and inspire meaningful growth in your students. Register below and contact the CITL with questions at citl@tntech.edu.
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Purple Career Readiness Workshop on October 3
Join the Center for Career Development on Tuesday October 3, beginning at 11 a.m. in the Roaden University Center Multipurpose Room (2nd floor) for this Purple Career Readiness Workshop. Russ Coughenour, Director of the Center for Career Development, will share the best way to answer tough interview questions utilizing the STAR-L Method!
This event is open to all students in all majors and counts towards the Purple Career Readiness Certificate for junior and senior students. Bring your Eagle Card for a quick sign-in.
https://tntech.joinhandshake.com/events/1318829/share_preview
Career Readiness Workshops are hosted by the Center for Career Development
931-372-3232
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URECA Grant Applications for Spring 2024
The URECA (Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity) Mini Grants and Team Grants aim to support student-conducted, faculty-supervised research and creative activities during the academic year. Individual students may apply for Mini Grants, with a funding cap of $1,000. Team Grants, capped at $5,000, are available for groups collaborating on a joint project.
The application deadline for both Mini and Team Grants for the Spring 2024 semester is November 10 at 4:30 PM. The next deadline for Spring 2024 is set for January 26.
For any inquiries or additional information about URECA, reach out to Dr. Lenly Weathers at the Office of Creative Inquiry or explore the URECA Grant Program website.
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Sexual Wellness with the Women’s Center Session 2: Staying Safe from STIs
Sexual Wellness with the Women’s Center Session 2: Staying Safe from STIs
October 4, 4:00-5:30pm, RUC Tech Pride Room
Featuring guest speaker Rachel Hall PH.D., MSN, RN, WHNP-BC, and Associate Professor of Nursing. Learn how to manage the risk of sexual contact with Tech’s own nursing faculty!
Did your high school health class use scare tactics to terrify you with the horrors of STDs and STIs? Does sexual health seem so taboo it’s impossible to even talk about? If so, let us help. Dr. Rachel Hall will discuss the best methods to stay safe from these diseases and infections, and how it’s actually really important to talk about them. We’ll discuss prevention, treatment, and how to get tested, so you can go back to enjoying your weekends without fear.
For more information, please contact the Women’s Center at womenscenter@tntech.edu
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Let’s talk Gen Ed on Monday, Oct. 2
General Education Vision Committee town hall meeting
for faculty, staff and administrators (all employees welcome)
Monday, Oct. 2, at 2 p.m.
Henderson Hall 114This is an opportunity to share your ideas for the future direction and vision of Tech’s general education curriculum. Let us know what skills and knowledge Tennessee Tech graduates should have to best prepare them for their intended careers and their future as informed citizens of the state, region, nation and world. We want to hear from you!
Light refreshments will be provided.
Please encourage students to attend the meetings held specifically for students. The next student town hall will be Oct. 4 at 2:30 p.m. in Henderson Hall 106B.
Throughout the fall semester there will be 27 town hall meetings (14 for faculty, staff and administrators; 13 for students). A complete schedule of the town hall meetings is at https://www.tntech.edu/strategic/gen-ed-vision.php.
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Upcoming Golden Helix 5k on Oct 14 at 9 a.m.
On Saturday, Oct. 14 the annual Golden Helix 5k will be held at Tennessee Technological University! This year the race will be starting at 9 a.m.at Stonecipher Lecture Hall. We invite all Tennessee Tech students and faculty to enter and run the race this year. You can register for the race via the website, https://www.goldenhelix5k.com/. All Tennessee Tech students can get $10 off the race registration by using the code “Awesome” at checkout. If you are a Tennessee Tech student, please bring your Tech ID to packet pickup. The guaranteed t-shirt deadline is 9 p.m. on Friday Sept. 29.
The race is organized by the Student Affiliates of the American Society of Biochemistry and Microbiology (ASBMB) with the assistance of the Student Members of the American Chemical Society (SMACS) and the Chem-Med Club. Proceeds from the race benefit the ASBMB and SMACS clubs, as well as the Cookeville Remote Area Medical (RAM) Clinic, and the Tennessee Technological University Foundation Chemistry Scholarships. If you have any questions, please contact dccoker42@tntech.edu.
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PsiChi’s Annual Pumpkin Sale is HERE!!!
Come join us for our annual pumpkin sale on Tuesday, October 3, 2023.
11AM to 1PM
Centennial Plaza
Pumpkin Sale proceeds will benefit Psychology students in travel and fees associated with research conference opportunities.
Mini Pumpkins: $2
Pie Pumpkins: $5
Jack O’Lanterns: $8
Stacking Pumpkins: $12 or 2 for $20
We hope to see you there! For questions, contact agomez43@tntech.edu
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Come Get the Scoop!
Join TTU Miracle in Celebrating Child’s Health Day!
Monday, October 2nd from 5-8 p.m. on the Centennial Plaza, TTU Miracle will be hosting Get the Scoop! Join the community to help make a difference and Change Kids’ Health while enjoying ice cream and learning about our cause! For questions, contact sdbass42@tntech.edu
We can’t wait to see you!
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Interested in participating in Anchor Splash?
Delta Gamma will be hosting our annual Fall Philanthropy, Anchor Splash, on Oct 16th – 19th! Our theme this year is Dive in, Do Good, and the week will consist of Penny Drops, Flag Football, A Pageant Competition, Lip Sync Dances, and so much more! All donations go directly to our foundation which supports Tennessee School for the Blind in Nashville! Anyone can participate! This is not only a Greek Life sanctioned event, any organization or independent teams on campus can participate! If you are interested or what to learn more, simply contact our VP: Foundation at dgeefoundation@gmail.com
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General Complaint Reporting – Fall 2023
General Complaint Reporting
In addition to the Fraud, Waste, or Abuse reporting form, Tennessee Tech also has a form on Internal Audit’s website for confidentially reporting complaints about accounting, internal control, auditing matters, code of conduct, discrimination/harassment/retaliation, and other issues that are NOT fraud, waste, or abuse. Complainants remain COMPLETELY ANONYMOUS to Internal Audit unless the last section of the form is completed. General complaints received on this form are routed to appropriate campus departments for follow-up.
The form can be submitted online or completed, printed, and mailed to Internal Audit, PO Box 5154, Cookeville, TN 38505.
The online form can be found here.
The printable form can be found here.
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Reporting Fraud, Waste, and Abuse – Fall 2023
Reporting Fraud, Waste, and Abuse
Tennessee Tech endeavors to prevent fraud, waste, and abuse and to investigate allegations of such. If you have any knowledge of fraud, waste, or abuse, please report it to one of the following:
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- Your supervisor
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- Tech Internal Audit – (931) 372-3045
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- State of Tennessee Comptroller’s Hotline – (800) 232-5454
State of Tennessee Online Reporting
Additional information along with reporting options that allow the complainant to remain COMPLETELY ANONYMOUS can be found here or by contacting Tech Internal Audit at (931) 372-3045.
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AEC Brown Bag Discussion – DISABILITY 101
AEC/DISABILITY 101
Tuesday October 3, 2023 – 11 a.m. to noon
Virtual option available on Microsoft Teams.Let’s talk about the basics. Every semester the AEC provides accommodations for hundreds of students, while working closely with faculty content experts to implement them in courses. Learn all about the services the AEC provides for both students and course instructors, and as always bring your questions. Open to students and faculty. Hosted by the AEC leadership and led by: Chester Goad Ed.D., and Edward Beason Ph.D.
For questions, contact bhoffman@tntech.edu
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Let’s talk Gen Ed on Friday, Sept. 29
General Education Vision Committee town hall meeting
for faculty, staff and administrators (all employees welcome)
Friday, Sept. 29, at 1 p.m.
Microsoft TeamsThis is an opportunity to share your ideas for the future direction and vision of Tech’s general education curriculum. Let us know what skills and knowledge Tennessee Tech graduates should have to best prepare them for their intended careers and their future as informed citizens of the state, region, nation and world. We want to hear from you!
Light refreshments will be provided.
Please encourage students to attend the meetings held specifically for students. The next student town hall will be Oct. 4 at 2:30 p.m. in Henderson Hall 106B.
Throughout the fall semester there will be 27 town hall meetings (14 for faculty, staff and administrators; 13 for students). A complete schedule of the town hall meetings is at https://www.tntech.edu/strategic/gen-ed-vision.php.
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Gold Career Readiness Workshop on September 28
Join the Center for Career Development on Thursday, September 28, beginning at 11 a.m. in the Roaden University Center Tech Pride Room (1st floor) this Gold Career Readiness Workshop! Russ Coughenour, Director, from the Center for Career Development will be describing the qualities of a strong, foundational resume.
This event is open to all students in all majors and counts towards the Gold Career Readiness Certificate for freshman and sophomore students. Bring your Eagle Card for a quick sign-in.
https://tntech.joinhandshake.com/events/1318822/share_preview
Career Readiness Workshops are hosted by the Center for Career Development
931-372-3232
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WMC Book Club with Lambda
Book Club: Session 2
October 3, 11:00-12:00pm, WMC (RUC 339)
Read Red, White & Royal Blue with us and Lambda GSA.
“What happens when America’s First Son falls in love with the Prince of Wales?” – We’ll find out when we read this delightful romance!
Chapters to have read: 1-9