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Sticker printing now available on campus
Sticker printing now available on campus
Printing Services on the campus of Tennessee Tech University can now print stickers. Promote your college, department, club, or student organization with customizable stickers. The stickers come on rolls, can be custom shapes, be any color or colors you choose, have a clear or white background, and can be laminated. Prices will vary according to size and quantity ordered. Stickers are one of the least expensive yet most effective ways to promote your group or event. Sticker printing is one of the many printing options offered by Printing Services. For more information call 931-372-3212 or visit https://www.tntech.edu/printing
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Indoor Triathlon
Intimidated by how long triathlons seem? Come learn with us in a stress-free and self-paced environment! Join us for an Indoor Triathlon Training Event on Sunday, November 19th at 4pm. It will be held in Academic Wellness Center (AWC). To register or for more information, email the Swim Club at swimclubtntech@gmail.com
“This event has been financially sponsored, either entirely or partially by the Tennessee Tech Student Government Association (SGA) and its SOLO Fund. The views contained herein at this event or program does not represent the views of the Tennessee Tech Student Government Association, the SGA President or other members, the University, or the Tennessee Tech University Board of Trustees. The Tennessee Tech Student Government Association is fully in accord with the belief that all events and programs should be afforded the same opportunities that all US Citizens receive from the First Amendment of the United States Constitution.”
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Psych Club Invites You to Friendsgiving!
Come to Friendsgiving with Psych Club on Thursday 11/16 at 11:00am! Everyone is welcome to join us in the Psych Library on the second floor of Matthew-Daniels for food and free t-shirts. Please contact club secretary, Spencer Moore, at sbmoore44@tntech.edu if you have any questions.
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SuitsGiving
Tennessee Tech College of Business is excited to announce its SuitsGiving drive-thru donation event. The donations are being collected for the College of Business’s Business Professional Closet (BPC). The BPC is a free resource for all Tech students to have access to professional clothing. SuitsGiving will be held in the front entrance of Foundation Hall on November 17th, 11 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. We are searching for the following items in all sizes, but especially XS and XXL: suits, sports coats, khaki pants, button-up shirts, ties, belts, shoes, dresses, blouses, pant suits, blazers, dress pants/chinos, and jewelry. Donations are entirely voluntary. For more information, contact the Professional Readiness and Leadership Center via prl@tntech.edu or call 931-372-6198.
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Rahnama’s Research Published in the Journal, “Nature, Ecology and Evolution”
Dr. Mostafa Rahnama’s, assistant professor in biology, research, “Recent co-evolution of two pandemic plant diseases in a multi-hybrid swarm,” was published in the November 2023 edition of the journal “Nature, Ecology and Evolution.”
In this paper, Rahnama and colleagues revealed the genetic evolution processes that led to two epidemic outbreaks, wheat blast and grey leaf spot, during the late 20th century in South America. Today, wheat blast is recognized as the most dangerous plant pathogen globally, posing a substantial risk to global food security.
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Hot Chocolate Reindeer Pre-Sale Fundraiser Nov 15-21
The Student Members of the American Chemical Society will be pre-selling Hot Chocolate Reindeer (hot chocolate mix and marshmallows- each reindeer makes approximately three cups of hot chocolate) through our Square Store from Nov 15-21. We will deliver them to your Tech mailbox (for students) or office (for faculty and staff) on Nov 30. One reindeer is $2 or you can buy 3 for $5. You will be contacted via email after you order to determine your delivery location. Any questions can be sent to smacsttu@gmail.com.
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Autonomous Robotics Club VEX U Team Claims 1st Place on Global Skills Ranking!
Last Saturday, the Golden Eagles VEX U Robotics Team associated with the Autonomous Robotics Club (ARC) achieved the current highest combined skills score among all VEX U teams around the world, which has 300+ teams competing annually. In the VEX Robotics Competition, teams clash with the goal of outscoring their opponent in robot sports.
The Skills Challenge of VRC allows teams to run a time trial, where their goal is to score points unopposed during a 1-minute period. Teams get 3 autonomous runs where the robot runs off its own code and sensors, and 3 driver controlled runs where team members operate the robots. ARC’s max scores were 134 driver and 61 autonomous, for a max total score of 195.
ARC will clash with other teams from around the country at their first tournament of the season on December 2nd. For more info about Autonomous Robotics Club, come see us in the iMakerSpace (3rd floor of the Library) on Tuesdays at 7pm, and join our Discord server through the student hub! -
AIAA Michelle Evans Virtual Guest Speaker
The TTU AIAA student chapter will be virtually hosting Ms. Michelle Evans from Mach-25-Media on Thursday 11/16 at 11AM in Brown 237. She is the author of the bestselling book “The X-15 Rocket Plane, Flying the First Wings into Space”. Ms. Evans will be presenting on the remarkable history of the X-15, one-on-one interviews with the pilots including Neil Armstrong, and the innovative engineering that went into the world’s fastest plane.
If there are any questions, please contact: ecpesterfi42@tntech.edu
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Child Life Association-November Coffee Bar
Come join the Child Life Association for a coffee bar! Come discuss child life and what you are grateful for over a cup of coffee!
When: 11/16/2023 11:00am-12:00pm
Where: Oakley 122
For more information contact Kayleigh Vaught at kevaught42@tntech.edu
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“Once”: Laura Lester Senior Thesis Exhibition
“Once”: Laura Lester Senior Thesis Exhibition
Senior Thesis Exhibition for Bachelor of Fine Arts in Clay
Laura Lester’s installation, “Once” will be represented in a variety of mediums, including ceramics, weaving, and woodwork. The project depicts a life-size display of a childhood bedroom merged with dream imagery rendered in both realistic and surrealistic forms resulting in a thought-provoking experience.
Drawing inspiration from her personal life, travels, dreams, and love of folklore. Laura’s installation “Once” aims to investigate and interpret her inner landscape through visual and tactile symbolism.
The exhibit will be open to the public from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., from Nov. 22 – Dec. 5, 2023, in the Lake View Gallery at the Appalachian Center for Craft. Exhibition reception will take place on Dec. 2, 2023, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Contact the School of Art, Craft & Design for more information: 931-372-3738 or the gallery at 931-372-3051.
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PAID Summer Internships Available with the Elinor Ross CDF Freedom School
The annual Elinor Ross CDF Freedom School (ERFS) is a FREE, six-week literacy and cultural enrichment program (June 5 – July 12, 2024), that is age-appropriate for children in grades 1st-5th. Participating students’ families qualify for free/reduced lunch programs.
We are accepting applications for this summer’s internship program, which is a unique, experiential (paid) opportunity for university students of all majors.
The program engages local children and their families in a variety of interactive learning projects and activities, events, field trips, and more while providing daily healthy meals and snacks throughout the summer.
Applications Due: MARCH 1
Interviews: MARCH 19
Notification of Hire: MARCH 26Link to Internship Application: https://tinyurl.com/24ERFS
For more info, visit https://www.tntech.edu/education/freedomschool/index.php or email freedomschool@tntech.edu. -
“Predatory Instincts”: Gordon Clark Senior Thesis Exhibition
“Predatory Instincts”: Gordon Clark Senior Thesis Exhibition
Senior Thesis Exhibition for Bachelor of Fine Arts in Metals
This senior thesis exhibition will be open Nov. 22 and run thru Dec. 5, at the Appalachian Center for Craft. The exhibition will include knives made by Gordon Clark, a senior in the program.
Gordon Clark, along with the help of the School of Art Craft and Design, will be holding a senior thesis exhibition, showcasing hand-made knives, that employ the use of Gordon’s culmination of knowledge from over 4 years in the metals program at Tennessee Tech University. On Dec. 2, there will be a reception, from noon to 3 p.m. Gordon’s exhibition is located at 1560 Craft Center Dr. Smithville, TN, in the Hilltop Gallery.
Gordon Clark is an independent metals artist who enjoys the creation of knives and other well made, quality items through various means, such as forging and welding.
Contact the School of Art, Craft & Design for more information: 931-372-3738.
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Tech Men’s Basketball Hosts Midway
Cheer on your Tech Men’s Basketball team on Thursday, November 16 as they take on Midway at 6:00 p.m. The Golden Eagles will be celebrating Hometown Heroes’ Night and honoring our local and national U.S. military members, first responders, and medical personnel. Bring a valid military, first responder, or medical ID and receive FREE admission!
There will also be a canned food drive to help local Putnam County families in need. Bring three non-perishable food items and receive $5 admission.
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FINAL Gen Ed town hall Thursday, Nov. 16
This is the last of the 14 town halls held this semester. Make sure you come and share your thoughts on the future of Tech’s Gen Ed program.
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.
General Education Vision Committee town hall meeting
for faculty, staff and administrators (all employees welcome)
Thursday, Nov. 16, at 9:30 a.m.
Ray Morris Hall 137 (location of the Oakley STEM Center)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.
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Organized Learning: Crafting Student-Focused iLearn Courses
Join the Center for Innovation in Teaching and Learning (CITL) this Tuesday, November 14th at 11 AM for our next workshop session. This session is designed to help educators optimize their online course environments. Participants will learn practical strategies to organize digital content, simplify navigation, and enhance user experience. The workshop emphasizes student-centered design principles to promote engagement and learning. Register below and contact the CITL with questions at citl@tntech.edu.