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Large Caf Visit September 17th
A large group of 450 students will be coming on Thursday, September 17, to the Caf. They should be arriving at the Caf around lunchtime, so please bear with us if there are longer-than-usual lines.
We look forward to serving you in the Caf!
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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 through Friday, September 30, 2026, at 4:30 p.m.
For comprehensive information and proposal submission, click here.
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September 17 – Employer Expo: Job/Internship Fair
Join us Thursday, Sept. 17, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Hooper-Eblen Center for a job and internship fair. Visit Handshake for the full list of employers and be sure to bring your Eagle Card
To learn more about this event, visit: Tennessee Tech University Employer Expo: Job and Internship Fair Fall 2026 | Handshake
This event is hosted by the Center for Career Development
Career Development | career@tntech.edu | 931-372-3232
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September 17 – Sept. 17 Construction, Engineering, and Management Expo
Join us Thursday, Sept. 17, between 4 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.in the Academic Wellness Center’s Gym B for our Construction Engineering and Management Expo.
Visit Handshake for the full list of employers and be sure to bring your Eagle Card!
To learn more about this event, visit: Tennessee Tech University Fall 2026 Construction Engineering and Management Expo | Handshake
This event is brought to you by the Center for Career Development.
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Chick-fil-A closure on Sept. 17 and Sept. 24
Due to emergency utility work, the Chick-fil-A at TN Tech University, located in the lower level of the RUC, will be closed from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 17 and Thursday, Sept. 24. Please visit our website at Dine On Campus for additional information and to view the service hours at our other restaurants on campus. Our Instagram page is another great way to find updateso n all things Dining on Campus.
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Dr. Jinfa Zhang named Associate Dean of Research for the College of Agriculture and Human Ecology
Congratulations to Dr. Jinfa Zhang on his appointment as associate dean of research for the College of Agriculture and Human Ecology. Dr. Zhang previously served as director of the School of Agriculture and brings to the role more than 40 years of higher education experience.
As a prolific and award-winning researcher, Dr. Zhang is a top-cited expert in cotton genetics and breeding whose work has been recognized by National Cotton Council of America, the Journal of Cotton Science and others.
As director of the School of Agriculture, Dr. Zhang has continued to elevate and modernize the school’s academic programs, including the new fully online agribusiness degree pathway.
Share your congratulations with Dr. Zhang at jzhang@tntech.edu.
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Temporary parking closure for Sept. 17 Employer Expo
Please note that the university is hosting its annual employer expo on Thursday, Sept. 17, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Hooper-Eblen Center. This event will bring 180 employers to Tech’s campus and is the Center for Career Development’s largest employer event held each year.To provide parking for our employer guests, the narrow strip of purple-zoned parking between the soccer fields and the Hooper-Eblen Center will close at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 16, and reopen after 2 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 17.
Please also expect additional vehicular and pedestrian traffic around the Hooper Eblen Center on Sept. 17 for this event. Thank you for your understanding.
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Canvas September Q&A
Join this open Q&A session on Tuesday, Sept. 15 at 11 a.m. designed to support your transition to Canvas. Bring questions about course setup, communication tools, content creation, assessments, or any feature you’re exploring. Get real-time guidance, troubleshoot challenges, and leave with clear next steps tailored to your teaching needs. This flexible session helps build confidence in the new LMS. Register here. Questions? Contact citl@tntech.edu.
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2025-2026 Academic Affairs Awards
Join us as we celebrate the recipients of the 2025-2026 Academic Affairs Awards on Thursday, September 17, from 4 to 6 p.m. in the Tech Pride Room (RUC 101). Beginning at 4 p.m., enjoy hors d’oeuvres while viewing the award gallery, followed by the formal awards presentation at 4:30p.m. Learn more about this year’s recipients in our digital gallery. For questions, contact cafe@tntech.edu.
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Faculty Fulbright Informational Session
Faculty and administrators are invited to learn about the Fulbright Specialist Program! Join us Sept. 16 from 3-4 p.m. in the Provost Conference Room, Derryberry 200. Specialists serve as expert consultants abroad for two to six weeks, supporting education, training, and capacity-building projects worldwide. Register here. Questions? Contact cafe@tntech.edu.
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Get your TN Tech earrings by making a gift!
Three designs. One pair of hoops. Wear your Tech Spirit your way!
Make a gift of $25 or more and receive a handmade interchangeable TN Tech earring set!
We collaborated with alumni owned business, Old Salem Design, to create an exclusive interchangeable earring set including one pair of gold hoops and 3 Tech designs. Perfect for game days, Homecoming, and every day you want to let your Tech spirit shine.
Every gift supports TN Tech, helping enhance Alumni engagement and support while providing a lasting reminder of your connection to the university. Click here to give today!
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Looking for an intense challenge? Register now for the Putnam Math Competition!
Do you like math puzzles? Are you looking for a challenge of epic proportions? The Putnam Math Competition is calling.
Held here on campus on the first Saturday in December, it consists of four 90-minute sessions, comprising a dozen supremely challenging problems, covering everything from algebra, geometry and calculus to number theory, linear algebra and methods of inductive proofs.
These are a series of rigorous puzzles that call upon both your math knowledge and your problem-solving skills. Top performers receive scholarships, and all leave with the feeling of scaling the Mount Everest of math.
There is no cost to participate, so if you’d like to learn more, contact Mark Rogers in the TTU Math Department (at mcrogers@tntech.edu). Fame and glory await you!
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Are you interested in a research career?
Are you interested in a research career in the natural sciences (including psychology), mathematics, or engineering? Or do you know a student who qualifies? In Spring 2027, the Goldwater Foundation will award scholarships covering eligible expenses for up to $7500 per year. For more details and eligibility requirements, please visit: https://goldwater.scholarsapply.org/
If this scholarship is something that interests you, and you would like to discuss it or have any questions, there will be several information sessions!
The first is in person on Tuesday, September 15 at 11:00 am in BRUN 209
You may also email Dr. Austin Reid (areid@tntech.edu) if you cannot make this session, and we will arrange a meeting.
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Any Goldwater Candidates?
Are you mentoring a really bright sophomore or junior in research? Do they want to pursue a career in STEM research? Please encourage them to apply for the Goldwater Fellowship! Feel free to email me if you want to discuss a student in detail, or simply encourage your mentee to register their interest at https://goldwaterscholarship.gov/
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Intern at the TN General Assembly Spring 2027
Spend Spring 2027 gaining real-world experience at the Tennessee General Assembly in Nashville! This full-time, paid legislative internship offers 12 hours of academic credit, firsthand experience in state government, and opportunities to build relationships with state leaders. Juniors and seniors from any major are encouraged to apply by Monday, September 28, 2026. Interested? Contact Dr. Harding at lharding@tntech.edu for application details, and meet Program Director Shirley Frierson at Tennessee Tech’s Employer Expo on Thursday, September 17, from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Central at the Hooper-Eblen Center.