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Tennessee Tech Fall Octubafest Concert
On Wednesday, October 28th, the Tennessee Tech Tuba Ensemble will present their fall recital in Derryberry Hall at 7:30 p.m. The ensemble, conducted by Dr. Preston Light, will be performing a wide variety of music by James Barnes, Thomas Rodgers, Kayla Holsopple Opalinski, JaKobe Henry, Paul Holmes, Stevie Wonder, and TTU alumnus Jon Oliver.
The ensemble will also be raising money during the concert for the Sarah Cannon Fund at the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee, which supports people living with cancer through community-based programs and resources. More information can be found at: https://www.cfmt.org/funds/sarah-cannon-fund/.
We hope you will join us for a wonderful evening of music while supporting a great cause!
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Oct. 27 Professional Interviewing Strategies Workshop
Join us Tuesday, Oct. 27 at 11 a.m. in RUC, Room 246 to learn about professional interviewing strategies to help you in your job search. This workshop is open to everyone!
To learn more about this and upcoming events, visit: 10.27.26 Professional Interviewing Strategies Workshop | Handshake
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Oct. 28 Careers n’ Coffee with Camp Nakanawa
Take a break and enjoy a FREE cup of coffee while speaking with recruiters from Nakanawa on Wednesday, Oct. 28, at 10am-1pm in the RUC’s Swoops Food Court.
Camp Nakanawa is a private, nonprofit summer camp based in Crossville, TN. It operates on over 1,000 acres of land, including a 150-acre lake, and is known for its historic facilities such as Wigwam, a National Register of Historic Buildings structure.
Careers n’ Coffee events are hosted by the Center for Career Development.
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Oct. 29 Lunch & Learn with Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA
Do not miss the opportunity to connect with TVA to learn about their organization, receive career guidance, tips and tricks for the industry, and what a “day in life” may be like in a casual setting. This event will be held in the Ashraf Islam Atrium on Thursday, Oct. 29, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Lunch is provided for the first 100 attendees.
TVA is an electric utility corporation that promotes economic development. TVA’s mission is to make life better for the people of the valley with the three E’s: Energy, Environment, and Economic Development.
Lunch & Learn events are hosted by the Center for Career Development. To learn more about this and upcoming events, visit: tntech.edu/career/events.php
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Fright Night!
Fright Night is calling! Join Psych Club and Psi Chi for an evening of scary stories, and an opportunity to try to contact the other side! Fright Night takes place Thursday, October 29, and Friday, October 30, from 6–9 PM in Memorial Gym Dance Studio, Room 111. Each session lasts 30 minutes, with up to 11 people per group, and costs just $5 per person. To sign up, scan the QR code on the flyer below to reserve your spot! Payment is due upon arrival, and cash, Venmo, and Cash App are accepted.
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Canvas Q&A: Fall Mid-Point & Spring Planning
Join the CITL on Tuesday, October 27 at 11 a.m. via Teams for a Canvas Q&A. Faculty are encouraged to bring questions and join for just-in-time assistance. Register here and contact citl@tntech.edu with questions.
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Fall 2026 Divisive Concepts Legislation Workshop
Faculty and staff are invited to a presentation by University Counsel on the state’s divisive concepts legislation on October 29 at 3 pm. Sponsored by University Counsel and CAFÉ, this workshop is open to currently employed Tennessee Tech faculty and staff. Registration is required. Please register here and contact cafe@tntech.edu with questions.
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Seasonal Affective Disorder
Campus Wellness Initiative acknowledges this time of year and knows it can be difficult to manage on your own. If you or someone you know needs help with symptoms of seasonal depression; don’t hesitate to reach out to Saressa Spencer at (931) 260-7938 during normal office hours, or you can call or text the National Suicide Prevention Hotline 988.
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History Club Book Sale on Centennial Plaza – Oct. 27-28
Don’t miss the best deal on campus! The History Club is hosting their annual book sale today and tomorrow (Oct. 27-28) from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Centennial Plaza. Paperbacks are $1 and hardbacks are $3. We also have DVDs, tote bags, stickers, and other goodies to add to the sale! Grab something on your way to class, support your campus clubs, and come out to meet us!
In case of rain, the book sale will be moved to Nov. 4 and 5. For questions, please contact the History Department at 931-372-3332.
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J.J. Oakley Innovation Center & Residence Hall remains on track for fall 2027, will be open to all freshmen
The university’s new J.J. Oakley Innovation Center & Residence Hall on the west end of campus remains on track for fall 2027 student move-ins. The 102,000-square-foot state-of-the-art residence hall will include accommodations for 400 students and will be open to all freshmen.
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American Chemical Society Graduate Student Organization Wins Top Award
The Tennessee Tech Graduate Student Organization (GSO) of the American Chemical Society (ACS) recently received an Outstanding award from the ACS for the 2025-2026 academic year for the GSO’s activities. This is the second year Tech’s ACS GSO has been chartered with ACS and received an award. Tech’s GSO is one of 45 ACS GSOs and one of two in the state. For more information email TTUGraduateChemistryClub@gmail.com.
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Slay Registration with The Launchpad
Skip the Stress & join The Launchpad for Slay Registration– Tips & Tricks to make spring registration go smoother. Bring your laptop & get quick feedback on your Schedule from Launchpad Advisors before registration opens on November 2. *This does not replace your advising session. Learn how to avoid common mistakes & build a schedule with confidence!
Tuesday, Oct. 27 @ 11-11:45am | Volpe Library Room 120 (TLC) Contact Tenika Burgess at tnburgess@tntech.edu or 931-372-6850.
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Slay Registration with The Launchpad
Registration opens November 2! Encourage students to attend Slay Registration on Tuesday, Oct. 27 from 11:00-11:45 a.m. in Volpe Library Room 120 (TLC). Launchpad Advisors will review students’ planned schedules, share registration tips, & help them avoid common mistakes before their registration window opens. Students should bring their laptops. *This session does not replace academic advising.
Contact Tenika Burgess at tnburgess@tntech.edu or 931-372-6850.
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Oct. 26 Careers n’ Coffee with Clean Air Engineering
Take a break and enjoy a FREE cup of coffee while speaking with recruiters from Clean Air Engineering on Monday, Oct. 26, at 10 a.m. in the RUC’s Swoops Food Court.
Since its founding in 1972, CleanAir has an established reputation for excellence on projects ranging from boiler and cooling tower efficiency testing to SCR baseline testing and optimization to hazardous air pollutant studies.
Careers n’ Coffee events are hosted by the Center for Career Development.
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Career Spot: Oct. 26 | 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. | TJ Farr
Stop by to learn more about the Center of Career Development, services they offer, and about upcoming events! Come to the TJ Farr Lobby, near Room 101, on Monday, Oct. 26, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. to get tips on Handshake, resumes, and much more!
Career Spot events are hosted by the Center for Career Development.
To learn more about this and upcoming events, visit: tntech.edu/career/events.php