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Tennessee Tech Applies for “Best Places to Work”
Tennessee Tech University is participating in an employee engagement and satisfaction survey managed by Best Companies Group. The survey will serve two objectives: 1) Use consolidated feedback to help identify and address issues and concerns to promote retention, and 2) Earn recognition as a “Best Place to Work” in Tennessee to enhance talent recruitment and interest in working at Tennessee Tech.
As a part of the survey, 350 faculty and staff will be randomly selected by the Best Companies Group to complete their online workforce survey via email on Nov. 7. The survey should only take 10-15 minutes to complete, and your participation is appreciated. Please look for the survey coming from Surveys@BestCompaniesGroup.com to your Tech email account that will include a link to the online survey. THIS IS NOT SPAM OR PHISHING AND HAS BEEN APPROVED FOR DISTRIBUTION.
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Department of Chemistry Well-Represented at SERMACS
Twelve chemistry students and three faculty members represented Tennessee Tech at the annual Southeastern Regional Meeting of the American Chemical Society, October 25-29, in Durham, North Carolina. This meeting featured a diverse program of researchers from all disciplines of chemistry.
Dr. Wilson Gichuhi and Dr. Kyle Murphy presented their research and Dr. Amanda Carroll attended as chair of the American Chemical Society Committee on Education and chair of the Undergraduate Student Advisory Board.
Four graduate students presented their research. Dr. Andrew Callender advised Busoloa Olope and Oluwasola Ifedayo. Dr. Gichuhi advised Dushmantha Abeyaooriya and Nolan White.
Eight undergraduate students presented their research. Those mentored by Dr. Murphy are Iroda Abdullaeva, Wesley Gibson and Danielle Ferguson. Dr. Gichuhi advised Jonathan Dupuy. Students mentored by Dr. Cojocaru are Sarah Beshara, Will Collier, and Diana Popa. Mitchell Swann was advised by Dr. Ranil Gurusinghe.
What a wonderful representation by our faculty and students in chemistry! Wings up for all of your hard work!
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Employer Spotlight with TN National Guard on November 7!
Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with recruiters from the TN Army National Guard, at this Employer Spotlight on Tuesday, November 7th , from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Roaden University Center First Floor Lobby (near elevators).
https://tntech.joinhandshake.com/events/1401011/share_preview
Employer Spotlight events are hosted by the Center for Career Development
career@tntech.edu
931-372-3232
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Only two student town halls remain on Tech’s Gen Ed, next one Nov. 6
We want to hear from you, and only two town halls remain! Come let us know your thoughts about what the vision for Tech’s general education curriculum should be.
Gen Ed Vision town hall meeting for students
Monday, Nov. 6, 1 p.m.
Lab Science Commons 1119Help us answer this question: What skills and knowledge do you as a future Tech graduate need to better prepare you for your intended career and your future as an informed citizen of the state, region, nation and world?
Light refreshments will be provided.
Only two student town hall meetings about gen ed remain. Make sure your voice is heard.
A complete schedule of the town hall meetings is at https://www.tntech.edu/strategic/gen-ed-vision.php.
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My Career Plan Workshop on November 7!
Did you miss making a My Career Plan appointment by the October 31 deadline?
Attend the upcoming My Career Plan workshop on Tuesday, November 7 beginning at 11 am in Clement Hall 212.
Meet with our Asst. Director, Sonja Higgenbotham, as you identify your short, mid, and long-range career goals! Be sure to have an electronic device with you, as you will be actively entering your goals during this workshop!
https://tntech.joinhandshake.com/events/1411611/share_preview
Career Readiness Workshops are hosted by the Center for Career Development
931-372-3232
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Share Your Thoughts on Your Academic Experience
The Academic Affairs Committee wants to hear your opinions about your academic experience! Please take the time to fill out this survey
https://forms.gle/DpTcmfLgsdJ4nHBo8Questions? Contact Pooja Patel at prpatel43@tntech.edu.
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“Spring Into Health and Wellness” Pop-Up Event Garners National Attention
In rural Tennessee, the “Spring Into Health and Wellness” Pop-Up Event, funded by a $20,398 grant from Tennessee Tech’s Rural Reimagined Faculty Grant program, aimed to enhance community well-being by addressing challenges such as food deserts and limited access to financial services. The initiative involved Tennessee Tech faculty from various fields, including Dr. Hannah Upole, Dr. Samantha Hutson, Ms. Allison Coutinho, and Ms. Amber Buckner. It also emphasized student involvement and culminated in a presentation at a national nutrition conference, with the goal of inspiring others to replicate their approach in underserved communities. This project illustrates the potential to make a positive impact on numerous rural communities and serve as a model for addressing their needs, fostering health, and wellness. Read the full story here.
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Purple Career Readiness Workshop on November 7!
Join the Center for Career Development on Tuesday, November 7 at 11 a.m. in the Roaden University Center Multipurpose Room (2nd floor) for this purple workshop! Russ Coughenour, Director, from the Center for Career Development will give you tips on how to be successful at your new job!
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/1319205/share_preview
Career Readiness Workshops are hosted by the Center for Career Development
931-372-3232
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November 6 Careers n’ Coffee with HCA Healthcare-Parallon
Take a break and enjoy a FREE cup of HOT coffee while speaking with recruiters from HCA Healthcare-Parallon on Monday, November 6, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Roaden University Center Swoops Food Court (ground floor). One of the nation’s leading providers of healthcare services, HCA is made up of locally managed facilities that include 185 hospitals and 119 freestanding surgery centers located in 20 U.S. states and in the United Kingdom. They support their employees to ensure they can put patients first. Are you looking for an employer with many different career options and a people-focused culture? If so, you’ve come to the right place.
Do not miss this opportunity to network with recruiters as they share information about available positions, which include full-time internships and jobs within company. Get a step ahead and APPLY NOW in Handshake before speaking to recruiters!
Careers n’ Coffee events are hosted by the Center for Career Development
931-372-3232
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Make your voice heard at the Gen Ed town hall on Nov. 7; only two remain!
So far, about 15% of our faculty have participated in a town hall. General Education impacts all students in all colleges. This is an opportunity to share your ideas of what Tech graduates are expected to know as a foundation for both their academic studies and future lives. There are only two town halls remaining.
General Education Vision Committee town hall meeting
for faculty, staff and administrators (all employees welcome)
Tuesday, Nov. 7, at 1:30 p.m.
Lab Science Commons 3331Let 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 your students to attend the meetings held specifically for students. The final student town hall will be Nov. 14 at 6 p.m. in T.J. Farr 106.
There are only two remaining gen ed vision town halls for faculty, staff and administrators. A complete schedule of the town hall meetings is at https://www.tntech.edu/strategic/gen-ed-vision.php.
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Rural Reimagined Faculty Grant Proposals Due This Friday
The deadline for submitting your proposals for the Rural Reimagined Faculty Grant Program is quickly approaching! The application window remains open this week until Friday, November 10, 2023, at 4:30 p.m.. This is your chance to secure up to $25,000 in research funding to address rural challenges. For comprehensive information and proposal submission, please visit the Rural Reimagined Faculty Grant Program webpage. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact Michael Aikens, Director of the Center for Rural Innovation, at maikens@tntech.edu. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to make a significant impact on rural communities. Submit your proposal now!
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Women in Leadership Luncheon: Advancing Women’s Leadership
Advancing Women’s Leadership in Higher Education– Title Discussion: Women in Leadership Conversation Series
November 17, 12:00-1:30 pm, RUC Multi-Purpose Room
Join us in the next edition of our series:
A round table discussion with Dr. Helen Hunt, Director of the Women’s Center, of the title The Chronicle of Higher Education: Advancing Women’s Leadership in Higher Education.
Complimentary lunch!Need a copy of the book? email: jldicey@tntech.edu
RSVP required by November 9th- HERE
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Nominate a Faculty Member for 2023-2024 Scholar-Mentor Award
Scholar Mentor Award Committee
Nominate a Faculty Member for Scholar-Mentor Award
The University established the Scholar-Mentor Award to honor TTU’s long history of close relationships between faculty and their students. The award honors a faculty member who displays outstanding mentorship, integrating scholarship, research and teaching excellence. The deadline for submitting nominations for the 2023-24 Scholar Mentor Award is Friday, November 17, 2023. Complete guidelines and the nomination form are contained on the Office of Research’s home page at the link below. Please send the forms to Bethany Jones at bjjones@tntech.edu.
https://www.tntech.edu/research/committees/scholar-mentor-award.php
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WMC Book Club with Lambda: Final Session
Book Club: Final Session
November 7, 11:00-12:00pm, WMC (RUC 339)
Read Red, White & Royal Blue with us and Lambda GSA. Last meeting of the semester!
“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: 9- End
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“DIWALI NIGHT 2023” On 5th, November 2023 @ RUC Room No.282, @ 6.00pm
We Indian Association of Cookeville would like to invite you to this year’s Diwali Celebration to be held in the RUC Room No. 282 at Tennessee Tech on November 5th , 2023. The event will start at 6:00 pm. Food and cultural programs will be there like previous years. Please bring your family and friends. We look forward to having a joyous Diwali celebration. Hurry up and grab the tickets for the event. Can’t wait to see you there.
Event: Diwali Night 2023, November 5th , 2023.
Venue: RUC, Room No. 282, Tennessee Tech University.
Time: 6:00 pm.
For Tickets Contact: Suhas – 9312025378 (ssalkunte42@tntech.edu),
Rajendra – 9315293792 (rptadakhe42@tntech.edu)
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