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Tennessee Tech University Police Conduct Active Aggressor Training
On July 12,2025, the Tennessee Tech University Police Department conducted a comprehensive active aggressor training exercise on campus as part of its ongoing commitment to enhancing campus safety and preparedness. Security officers from Cookeville Regional Medical Center (CRMC) were invited to participate in a joint training exercise to enhance interagency coordination and response capabilities in the event of an active threat. The scenario-based training emphasized rapid response tactics, communication, and collaboration among first responders. Officers engaged in hands-on drills designed to simulate real-world conditions and reinforce best practices for protecting lives during high-stress situations.
“Our top priority is the safety of our students, faculty, staff, and visitors,” said Chief of Police Fred Nichols.
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Disney’s Beauty and the Beast at TPAC
Be Our Guest at Disney’s 30th Anniversary production of Beauty and the Beast. This breathtaking musical is filled with the romance and grandeur audiences know and love. The show boasts the Oscar-winning and Tony Award-nominated score, including the classic songs “Be Our Guest” and “Beauty and the Beast.” Reuniting to create this new production are members of the original Tony Award-winning artistic team.
Seating & Pricing
Mid-Orchestra Rows S&T — $137 per ticket
Rear Orchestra Rows W&X — $115 per ticketAll seats are centrally-located
Disney’s Beauty and the Beast at TPACSaturday, November 15, 2025
2:00 PM at TPAC in Nashville, TNRegister Here: Crawford Alumni Center – Disney’s Beauty and the Beast at TPAC
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Dollywood Splash Country Summer Discount
Now through Sept 21, 2025, Dollywood’s Splash Country is offering tickets for only $25! Take advantage of this awesome discount by visiting the Tech Total Rewards page and click on the Splash Country button. Questions? Call 931-372-3713 or email ttubenefits@tntech.edu
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Human Resources Office – Moving to Volpe Library on July 16, 2025
The Human Resources Office will be relocated on Wednesday, July 16, to the Volpe Library, 3rd floor, Room 301 & Room 360, while the Derryberry Auditorium renovations continue. The Human Resources Office hours are M-F, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM.
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Student Affairs Newsletter – July 2025 Issue
The July Issue of the Student Affairs Newsletter 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!
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Friends of the Library Gala
The Angelo and Jennette Volpe Library is hosting the Friends of the Library Gala on August 8, 2025 at 6 P.M. The event will be held in the Ashraf Islam Engineering Building. For questions or more information, please email mistykline@tntech.edu. Please register at the link below before August 4, 2025.
https://www.tntech.edu/univadv/cac/registration-friends-of-the-library-gala.php
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Ascend Financial Literacy Seminar: Budgeting
Join Ascend Credit Union for their next free financial literacy seminar on Budgeting. It will be held In-Person on Friday, July 11, 2025, from 11am – 12pm, in the Laboratory Science Commons Bldg. Rm 1205. Participants will learn to understand the value of creating a budget, learn strategies to build a simple budget, pay off debt and develop core habits to practice and maintain financial health. Lunch will be provided. Click here to register. Questions? Call 931-372-3713 or email ttubenefits@tntech.edu.
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C&S Staff Day 2025: T-shirt deadline approaching!
C&S Staff Day 2025 is on Friday, August 8th from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm in Stonecipher Lecture Hall. Register NOW or before Friday, July 11th to guarantee your free C&S Staff Day 2025 t-shirt. The Staff Advisory Committee has planned a half day retreat with guest speakers, vendors, and prizes. Don’t forget we will be accepting donations to support the Michelle Huddleston Memorial Food Pantry as well. Email Aleta Cannon (cacannon@tntech.edu) with any questions. We hope to see you there!
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Printing Services implemented modest price increases
Beginning July 1, Printing Services implemented modest price increases to address rising costs for paper, ink, equipment leasing, and expanded in-house services. These adjustments ensure we can continue delivering high-quality, reliable printing solutions to campus.
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Emergency Messaging System
Today at 12:00 p.m., for approximately an hour, the emergency messaging system will be activated, in all buildings across campus, for testing purposes. This is for testing purposes only and evacuation will not be needed during this timeframe. Thank you, Facilities
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Lock in Your Faculty/Staff Meal Plan Before Prices Increase, Act by August 1!
Dear Faculty and Staff,
We want to inform you that faculty and staff meal plan prices at Tennessee Tech will be increasing beginning August 1, 2025.
Now is the perfect time to purchase your meal plan and secure the current lower rate! Plans can be conveniently purchased in person at the register in The Caf, or online at dineoncampus.com/ttu.
Additionally, we’re excited to share that we’re actively exploring new options and added perks for our faculty and staff meal plans more details coming soon!
Don’t miss your chance to save, purchase your plan today!
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JetDental Onsite Dental Services
Human Resources is excited to bring back Jet Dental’s dentistry services on July 28, 2025, for Faculty and Staff. Jet Dental is a professional dental team coming to our campus to provide comprehensive exams, cleanings, and X-rays. Scan the QR code on the attached flyer. It will take you to NexHealth, to sign up for an appointment. JetDental also offers Teeth Whitening services for $299! This service is typically not covered by insurance. Please provide a copy of your insurance card or information. This will enable to do a benefit check to understand the coverages of your plan. For billing questions call 801-430-9262 (option 3) or email billing@jetdental.com. Questions? Contact JetDental at 801.430.9262 – hello@jetdental.com
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Dollywood Discounts
This summer, join Dolly during her Smoky Mountains Summer Celebration. “Sun-Kissed Memories Await” all TTU employees and students with discounts to Dollywood. Save over $35 on adult tickets for you and your family. Visit the Human Resources Tech Total Rewards page to purchase your tickets now. Good Any Day Discount Tickets are valid through January, 4th 2026. Questions? Call 931-372-3713 or email ttubenefits@tntech.edu.
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Counseling Department Director publishes children’s book
Dr. Christina Mick, Director of the Center for Counseling and Mental Health Wellness, at Tennessee Tech University and her daughter, Kayla Mick, a junior in college, have collaborated and completed the children’s book, “Meg and the Magic of Movement”.
“Meg and the Magic of Movement” was written to share the impact of Auditory Processing Disorder and bring awareness to the condition. The book may be purchased online at Amazon.com and is available on Kindle for purchase. All proceeds from this book go towards purchasing jump ropes for physical education programs across the state of Tennessee. -
Ascend Financial Literacy Seminar: Mortgages
Join Ascend Credit Union, this Friday, June 27, 2025 at 2pm – 3pm, for a free virtual workshop to discuss Mortgages. Participants will learn how to budget for a mortgage, how the mortgage application process works, the options available to you, and the costs associated with getting a mortgage. Click here to register. Questions? Call 931-372-3713 or email ttubenefits@tntech.edu