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Call to Faculty: Rural Reimagined Fall 2021
Call to Faculty: Rural Reimagined Faculty Recognition Fall 2021
As the Fall 2021 semester begins, Rural Reimagined wants to recognize all TN Tech faculty who have or are currently working on rural-related projects, coursework, or research. If you have received a rural-related grant, are working on any rural-related proposals or research, or plan to have rural-related objectives in your coursework, please email Kinsey Potter at sw-kbpotter@tntech.edu. We want to recognize your work in supporting the success of our surrounding rural areas. For helpful resources, such as secondary data sources and funding materials, visit https://www.tntech.edu/grand-challenge/faculty/research-and-grants.php. Rural Reimagined looks forward to hearing from you and sharing your important work on our rural areas and our campus community. Wings up!
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Construction South of West Stadium – August 24-26
Underground utility work will take place south of West Stadium in the Northwest corner of the Library parking lot from Tuesday -Thursday (August 24-26). A small section of the parking lot will be used to allow for construction as well as for a path of travel around the area of construction.
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Connect with Cookeville!
Meet Tech Pride Partners, enjoy free samples and learn about Tech discounts at local establishments. The event is from 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. on Centennial Plaza this Tuesday, August 24th.
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Calling all Campus Organizations!
We know Dancing on Dixie was cut short, so we want to bring you another opportunity to promote your organizations and recruit the class of 2025! Direct message @Tntech_dining on Instagram to claim a table in the Tech Pride room from 11a-1p on Wednesday, August 25th.
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Alpha Phi Omega Info Meetings This Week
Alpha Phi Omega invites any students interested in community service to join us this week to learn more about our organization. We’re hosting informational meetings in:
Monday, Aug 23 — 6 pm — LSC 1211
Tuesday, Aug 24 — 11 am — TJ Farr 106Alpha Phi Omega is the world’s largest international community service organization with over 350 chapters in the United States, Canada and the Philippines. We have over 500,000 alumni that have planned millions of hours of service projects, including disaster relief, blood drives, donation drives, and more!
Wed are currently expanding and adding a new chapter here at Tennessee Tech University. We would love to have any interested student join us.
Contact Warren Sims (apo.tntech@gmail.com) for more information.
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Budget Office – September Training Sessions
Budget Office training sessions for September have been scheduled if anyone is interested! Below is a brief description of each training:
General Budget Training: This training gives a big picture overview of the university budget, Banner screens, and budget revisions. This training is required for signature authority on budget revisions.
Budget Banner Screen Training: This training focuses specifically on the Banner screens frequently used for budgeting purposes. This is an optional training course.
Budget Shadow System Training: This training focuses specifically on our Shadow System Template. This is an optional training course.
Please click the link below or visit our homepage on the website to register for a virtual session. We look forward to meeting with you!
Please contact the Budget Office if you have any questions.
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Student Ambassadors Needed
Attention all Education (Undergraduate and Graduate) and STEM (Undergraduate) majors! For this program, you will develop and record lesson plans for Tennessee teachers to use in their classrooms. You will also answer K–12 students’ questions in real-time when you host these recorded classes virtually through a Google Meets or Zoom platform. You will be paid $12/hour (except during the two-day Tennessee STEM Innovation Network summit), attend meetings, and gain valuable experience while building relationships that could last a lifetime when you work with us in the ADVISE program. We hope you will consider filling out the application and become an Ambassador!
$12/Hour & Paid Expenses to the TSIN Summit
For more information, please contact Carey Wilson at cawolanin21@tntech.edu.Application Deadline: 9/7/2021
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Welcome to Fall 2021 Semester at TTU from the College of Interdisciplinary Studies
Welcome back to Tennessee Tech University!
Please join the College of Interdisciplinary Studies for Coffee & Donuts!
First come, first serve on Tuesday, 8/24, and Thursday, 8/26, mornings starting at 9 am in Southwest Hall Lobby.
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The College of Interdisciplinary Studies welcomes you to the Fall 2021 semester
It’s carnival time! The College of Interdisciplinary Studies welcomes you to the Fall 2021 semester at Tennessee Tech University. We will have hot dogs, cotton candy, popcorn, and free school supplies! First come, first serve on Wednesday, August 25th, starting at noon outside the Southwest Hall building (by the famous goldfish pond) on the corner of Stadium Drive and 10th Street (please ignore the construction). Meet our faculty and staff and enjoy a game of cornhole!
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Co-op Meetup #1 on Tuesday, Aug. 24, at 11 a.m. in Clement Hall, Room 212
Are you interested in Co-op? Need to find out how YOU can be Co-op eligible? Attend this Co-op Meetup on Tuesday, Aug. 24, in Clement Hall 212 at 11 a.m. Any student interested in accepting a Cooperative Education position with an employer MUST attend a Co-op Meetup.
The Co-op Meetup will explain the eligibility guidelines for enrolling in the Cooperative Education Program, which went into effect July 1, 2019 for all students. Pre-registration to enroll in the Co-op Program is now required and attending a Co-op Meetup is your first step! The new eligibility guidelines can be found at: https://www.tntech.edu/career/students/coop-eligibility.php.
Bring your Eagle Card for quick sign-in.
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Center for Career Development
career@tntech.edu
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The FIRST Careers n’ Coffee event for Fall is Monday, August 23!
Welcome back to campus, Golden Eagles!
To kick off the semester, we would like to introduce you to Life University and our very own Career Ambassadors from the Center for Career Development at this semester’s FIRST Careers n’ Coffee.
Life University, a private university in the Atlanta suburb of Marietta, Georgia offering programs in health and wellness-oriented fields and is best known for its Doctor of Chiropractic degree program is coming to campus to speak to YOU!
Once you speak with the recruiters at Life University, stop by the Handshake Blitz tabling with our Career Ambassadors as they share tips, resources, and information about our upcoming events and career fairs to help you become Career Ready! Visit them and get a FREE goody bag!
Are you a new transfer or freshman student? Then you DON’T want to miss the opportunity to activate your Handshake account!
Be sure to mark your calendar to visit with Life University and our very own Career Ambassadors at the Careers n’ Coffee – Handshake Blitz event on Monday, August 23 from 11am to 1pm in the Roaden University Center Swoops Food Court located on the ground floor. PLUS enjoy a FREE cup of coffee while getting ALL the details!
Careers n’ Coffee events are hosted by the Center for Career Development.
career@tntech.edu
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Project AWAKEN is Ending
Project AWAKEN’s Office of Violence Against Women grant comes to an end Tuesday, August 31, 2021. As such, Project AWAKEN will no longer be on campus to provide events, trainings nor advocacy services. It has been a pleasure to serve the Tech campus!
If you want to stay involved in addressing power-based violence on campus and in the community, the Peer Empower Program (PEP) is a great way to get involved. Contact Nicole Cook (nacook@tntech.edu) to learn more. If you or someone you care about needs support services, help is available 24/7 through Genesis House (1-800-707-5197). Students can also seek help from the Counseling Center at (931) 372-3331.
It’s on all of us to continue to support survivors and to stop power-based violence from happening in our community!
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Employer Spotlight featuring Tennessee Highway Patrol this Monday and Friday!
The Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) is currently accepting applications for the next cadet class, which starts in January 2022. If you are looking for a career that affords you opportunities to achieve your goals, then the THP is where you belong! The THP is a multi-faceted, full- service, statewide law enforcement agency that has numerous divisions.
If you are interested in a career as a Tennessee State Trooper, you must apply online. Applications are being accepted now through Tuesday, August 31. Individuals interested in applying must be at least 21-years-old at the time of application, a U.S. citizen, and have a high school diploma or equivalent.
Want to know more? Visit with the Tennessee Highway Patrol Recruiters on campus the following dates and times:
Monday, August 23 from 11am – 1pm
Roaden University Center
1st Floor LobbyFriday, August 27 from 11am – 1pm
Roaden University Center
Ground Floor, Swoops Food CourtDon’t miss your chance to find how YOU can be a member of this professional and proud law enforcement agency!
Employer Spotlights are hosted by the Center for Career Development.
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American Chemial Society Fundraiser at Pelican’s Snoballs on Aug 24
The Student Members of the American Chemical Society (SMACS) invite you to attend our spirit night at Pelican’s SnoBalls (522 E 10th St) from 4 – 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug 24. Please mention ACS when you order so a portion of your purchase will be donated to our chapter. Funds raised will go toward supporting campus and community events hosted by the chapter. Come celebrate the start of the semester and beat the heat with a decilious snoball while supporting a good cause! Questions: smacsttu@gmail.com
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Beta Alpha Psi – Sneak Peek of Semester’s Meetings
Hello, everyone! Here’s a sneak peek of what we have planned for you this semester. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @ttubap, and check ttubap.com for more details!