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Family Weekend 2026 (Sept. 11-13)!
Tech’s annual Family Weekend is Sept. 11-13! Get ready for a packed schedule of fun, traditions, and memorable moments with family, friends, and the Golden Eagle community. We can’t wait to see all of our Golden Eagle families on campus. For more information, including a full event schedule, visit www.tntech.edu/familyweekend.
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Welcome Randy Prater – Director of Procurement
Mr. Prater brings more than 30 years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, contract management, and supply chain leadership. A proud Tennessee Tech alumnus, Randy earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, majoring in Business Management with an emphasis in Decision Sciences. He also served more than 20 years in the United States Army and Army National Guard.
Please join us in welcoming Randy Prater to Tennessee Tech. We look forward to the leadership, expertise, and collaborative spirit he will bring to our university community.
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Study Skills for People Who’ve Never Studied Before with The Launchpad
Help your students build stronger study habits. The Launchpad Student Success Center invites students, particularly first-year students, to attend Study Skills for People Who’ve Never Studied Before on Sept. 1 from 3:00-3:45 p.m. in Room 120 (Testing and Learning Center) of Volpe Library. Students will learn practical, science-backed strategies to improve retention, increase study efficiency, and prepare for academic success. Please encourage students who may benefit to attend. For more information, contact Tenika Burgess at tnburgess@tntech.edu or 931-372-6850.
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Study Skills for People Who’ve Never Studied Before with The Launchpad
College studying is different, but it doesn’t have to be harder. Everyone can improve their study skills! Especially for first-year students, this session will help you ditch cramming, study smarter, and remember more. Join the Launchpad Student Success Center for Study Skills for People Who’ve Never Studied Before on Sept. 1 from 3:00-3:45 p.m. in Room 120 (Testing and Learning Center) of Volpe Library. Contact Tenika Burgess at tnburgess@tntech.edu or 931-372-6850.
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First English Club Meeting!
The first meeting for the English Club will be Tuesday, September 1 during dead hour (11 AM – 12 PM) in Room 216A at Henderson Hall! This meeting will discuss the plans for the rest of the year, including ideas for the Spring 2027 term!
Additionally, pens with Sigma Tau Delta branding will be given out so everyone can write with a sense of stylish camaraderie.
Bring yourself, a friend, and any questions or suggestions that you have for Sigma Tau Delta! See you on Tuesday in Room 216A!
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Canvas Portfolios Workshop
Learn how to use Canvas Portfolios to help students build a professional digital presence by collecting and showcasing their best work. Explore tools and practices that support reflection, skill development, and the creation of shareable portfolios for academic and career readiness. Join the CITL via Teams at 11 AM on Tuesday, Sept. 1. Register here and contact citl@tntech.edu with questions.
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Study Abroad Fair September 15th – Passport Assistance for Students
On September 15, 2026, a Tuesday, the Center for Global Experiences is hosting our annual Study Abroad Fair! This year, we have a table where you can learn how to apply for a U.S. passport! This is a great opportunity for students who want to study abroad or who don’t have a passport yet! If you have any questions, please email almiller@tntech.edu ! ✈️
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ROTC HOSTS 9/11 MEMORIAL STAIR CLIMB
Join ROTC as we honor the victims and our heroes with a 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb on Saturday, September 12, 2026, starting at 7:00 a.m. at Tucker Stadium. Walk without weight or join the cadets and climb with a 35-pound backpack to simulate the firefighters’ gear as they climbed the World Trade Center.
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Free Computing Foundations Workshops Hosted by Research Computing & Data
Registration is open for Research Computing & Data’s free, beginner-friendly Computing Foundations Workshop Series. Workshops meet from 6–9 p.m. on select Thursdays in Bruner Hall 126. Attend individual sessions or complete the 12-hour pathway to earn an optional Certificate of Achievement. No previous experience is required. View the schedule and register at www.rcd.tntech.edu/workshops. Questions? Contact researchcomputing@tntech.edu.
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Welcome to Tech Support Group
The Center for Counseling and Mental Health Wellness is offering a support group for all new Tech students, transfer students, first generation students starting or continuing their academic journey here at Tech! This group will be on September 3rd, 10th, and 24th. It starts at 9am and is in RUC 387. All Tech students are welcome! Questions or concerns email rpatel@tntech or counsel@tntech.edu.
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Department of Chemistry’s Seminar Kick-Off
You are cordially invited to the Department of Chemistry’s Seminar kick-off with Emeritus Professor Dale D. Ensor as the speaker. The topic is “Tales of Tennessee and the Manhattan Project” on September 4th at 3:00 pm in Stonecipher Lecture Hall, Rm 126. Please come and join us.
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Tennessee Legislative Internship Spring 2027
Tennessee Legislative Internship Informational Meeting will be held Tuesday, September 1st, at 11am in Matthews Dan 204. Would you like the opportunity to participate in a full-time paid internship in Nashville at the Tennessee General Assembly for the Spring 2027 semester and to receive 12 hours of course credit? This internship is for you! Open to Any Major! Must be a Junior or Senior to apply. Applications are due Monday, September 28th. Reach out to Dr. Harding at lharding@tntech.edu if you are considering applying for this internship opportunity or would like to know more!
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Apply Now for up to $20,000 in Grant Funding
The Rural Reimagined Faculty Grant Program offers TN Tech faculty members the opportunity to secure up to $20,000 in research funding to address rural challenges. All academic disciplines are encouraged to submit a proposal. The application window runs from Tuesday, September 1, 2026, through Friday, September 30, 2026, at 4:30 p.m.
For comprehensive information and proposal submission, click here.
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Relaxation Hours EVERY Thursday
The Center for Counseling and Mental Health Wellness will be hosting “relaxation hours” during the semester every Thursday from 11:00am-12:00pm beginning on September 3rd. You will have access to our massage chair, red light therapy, Zen garden, napping mats, and a relaxing and supportive environment while you take a break in between classes. The relaxation hour will be in the Eagle Resource Room, RUC room 387. No sign up required – all students are welcome!
