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Let’s talk Gen Ed on Thursday, Sept. 7
General Education Vision Committee town hall meeting
for faculty, staff and administrators (all employees welcome)
Thursday, Sept. 7, at 6 p.m.
Microsoft TeamsThis is an opportunity to share your ideas for the future direction and vision of Tech’s general education curriculum. Let 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 students to attend the meetings held specifically for students. The next student town hall will be Tuesday, Sept. 12, at 1:30 p.m. in Lab Science Commons 1119.
Throughout the fall semester there will be 27 town hall meetings (14 for faculty, staff and administrators; 13 for students). A complete schedule of the town hall meetings is at https://www.tntech.edu/strategic/gen-ed-vision.php.
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Non-Traditional Student Lunch
We want to invite you to join the Non-Traditional Student Organization (NTSO) for its first informal get-together of the fall semester on Thursday, September 7, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. in Swoops Food Court (where Chick-fil-A and Starbucks are). Bring your lunch and meet other non-traditional students. Look for Michele and Matthew and the Non-Traditional Student Organization banner. Everyone is welcome! Non-traditional students are defined as being independent for financial aid purposes, having one or more dependents, being a single caregiver, not having a traditional high school diploma, delaying post-secondary enrollment, attending school part-time, and/or being employed full-time. Faculty, staff, and Graduate Students are also welcome!
IMPORTANT: Connect with us on Eagle Engage: https://eagleengage.tntech.edu/NSO/club_signup / Join our GroupMe at https://groupme.com/join_group/85078511/7kJ055nE / Find us on Instagram at tntech_ntso
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Bryan Symphony at Dogwood Park
Join the Bryan Symphony Orchestra at Tennessee Tech for its annual free Concert for the Community on September 3, 2023 at 7:00 PM at the Dogwood Park Performance Pavilion. Bring your chairs, blankets, and picnics for an evening of fun for the entire family! The concession stand will be open during the concert as well.
This concert will feature patriotic and classical favorites, along with some pop favorites and even highlights of the orchestra’s 60th Anniversary season, “Discover Your Symphony.”
This concert is made possible by the generous endowment of Dr. Sam and Mrs. Diane Glasgow in memory of their parents.
Pre-concert activities for young audience members will begin in front of the stage at 6:00 PM.
The Bryan Symphony Orchestra features Faculty and Student performers from the School of Music, performing alongside area professionals. The Orchestra is supported by a collaboration between the Bryan Symphony Orchestra Association and Tennessee Tech University. For questions, contact dallcott@tntech.edu
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Futuro First General Body Meeting of the Semester
Join us for Futuro’s first general body meeting this semester! Come learn about Futuro and get involved with exciting events coming up! ?↗️ Pizza and Refreshments will be provided! ??
FUTURO is an inclusive organization committed to creating equitable opportunities in education, our communities, and the workplace. We strive to enhance the quality of life for the underserved and underrepresented in our communities through education, leadership training, service, strong partner networks, and civic engagement.
WHEN: Thursday, August 31 at 6:00PM
WHERE: RUC 246If you have any questions, please contact Carlos Galindo at cgalindo@tntech.edu
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Co-op Meetup CANCELLED
The Co-op Meetup scheduled for today has been cancelled. The next meetup is on September 7th. See you then!
931-372-3232
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Now Hiring: Social Media Student Assistant
The College of Engineering at Tennessee Tech seeks a creative, self-motivated student to assist with semester-long social media projects, including planning and creating social media posts around the college student experience at Tech. They should be available to work 8-10 hours per week; the schedule can be flexible. Open to students from all Tech schools and colleges.
Pay Rate: $10/hour, up to 10 hours per week.
Learn more and apply in Handshake Job # 8175634
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We’re Hiring! Become a Career Ambassador for the Center for Career Development
The Center for Career Development is looking for a student worker to fill the Career Ambassador position. The position is responsible for assisting with the department’s programs and events including organization and execution. This position will start in August 2023. All majors are welcome! For more information, click the link to be taken to Handshake. The deadline to apply is September 5.
https://tntech.joinhandshake.com/jobs/8169803/share_preview
931-372-3232
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COB Connect
The College of Business will host its biyearly connect event on August 31, 2023, from 11 a.m. until 12 p.m. in Foundation Hall, room 238. This event will consist of a presentation from the college faculty and the Professional Readiness and Leadership team about how to connect with future events in the college. Food and drinks will be provided. For more information, contact Judd Copeland (jicopeland42@tntech.edu)
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Let’s talk Gen Ed on Tuesday, Sept. 5
General Education Vision Committee town hall meeting
for faculty, staff and administrators (all employees welcome)
Tuesday, Sept. 5, at 11 a.m.
Jere Whitson AuditoriumThis is an opportunity to share your ideas for the future direction and vision of Tech’s general education curriculum. Let 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 students to attend the meetings held specifically for students. The next student town hall will be Wednesday, Sept. 6, at noon in the RUC Tech Pride Room.
Throughout the fall semester there will be 27 town hall meetings (14 for faculty, staff and administrators; 13 for students). A complete schedule of the town hall meetings is at https://www.tntech.edu/strategic/gen-ed-vision.php.
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Counseling Center Brief Screening Program Information
Behavioral health – which includes mental health, substance use, and more – is a key part of your overall well-being. Brief screenings are the quickest way to determine if you or someone you care about should connect with a behavioral health professional. Think of these as a checkup from your neck up. The Counseling Center offers the Mindwise Brief Screening program which is completely anonymous and confidential, and immediately following the brief questionnaire you will see your results, recommendations, and key resources. Please check out the Counseling Center website at www.tntech.edu/counsel for more information.
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Fab Friday STEM Quest: Level Up!
Join us for our Fab Friday to embark on an epic journey at STEM Quest: Level Up!, where young adventurers will immerse themselves in the thrilling world of video games and discover the magic of STEM. From designing their own virtual worlds to unraveling coding puzzles, this event will ignite their imaginations and level up their knowledge in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. This event will take place Friday, September 8,2023 from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the Oakley STEM Center. Level Up! is open to students’ grades 3rd-8th who must be attending with a parent or guardian. Also, volunteers are needed to help with the event and the link to sign up is below as well. We look forward to seeing you there! If you have any questions email: cgalindo@tntech.edu
Registration link: https://tf.tntech.edu/view.php?id=1437312
Volunteer Link: https://tf.tntech.edu/view.php?id=1439988
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August 30 Careers n’ Coffee with Caterpillar Financial
Take a break and enjoy a FREE cup of ICED coffee while speaking with recruiters from Caterpillar Financial on Wednesday, August 30, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Roaden University Center Swoops Food Court (ground floor). Caterpillar Financial offers a wide range of finance solutions to customers and Cat® dealers for Cat machinery and engines, Solar® gas turbines, and other equipment and marine vessels.
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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Tech Volleyball Hosts Invitational presented by Holiday Inn of Cookeville
Join us this weekend as Tech Volleyball hosts the Golden Eagle Invitational presented by Holiday Inn of Cookeville.
Competition starts Friday morning as Tech takes on Eastern Tennessee State University at 10:30 a.m. The Golden Eagles end the night battling Kennesaw State at 7:30 p.m. The invitational will come to a close on Saturday as Tech goes up against Cincinnati at 2:00 p.m. Admission is FREE for all fans!
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URECA Grant Applications
The URECA (Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity) Grant Program at Tennessee Tech provides financial support for undergraduates engaging in research and creative activities, as well as for those presenting their work at conferences. The program offers three categories of grants: Mini Grants, Team Grants, and Travel Grants. Both Mini Grants and Team Grants are designed to fund faculty-supported research and creative activities conducted by students during the academic year. Mini Grants are available for individual students and have a maximum limit of $1000. Team Grants are designated for groups of students collaborating on a shared project and have a maximum limit of $5000. Additionally, Travel Grants are accessible for undergraduate students who are presenting their research or creative activities at regional, state, national, or international conferences. The Fall 2023 application deadline for Mini Grants and Team Grants is Sept. 20 at 4:30 PM. Applications for Travel Grants are accepted on a rolling basis, and applications must be received no later than six weeks before travel is planned.
Should you have inquiries or need further details regarding URECA, please contact Dr. Lenly Weathers at the Office of Creative Inquiry or visit the URECA Grant Program website.
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Tech Soccer Hosts ETSU
Join us at the Tech Soccer Field on Thursday, August 31 at 6:00 p.m. as your Golden Eagle Soccer team take on Eastern Tennessee State University (ETSU). Admission is FREE for all fans!
Tech currently holds a 0-2-1 record while ETSU sits at 2-1-1.
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