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Join SEDS At Our First Meeting of the Semester!
On Wednesday, September 1st, Students for the Exploration and Development of Space will have its first meeting of the semester in the iMakerSpace at 7 p.m. We will be going over what SEDS is, answering questions, and discussing all of the exciting space news from the summer. Anyone who is interested can email sedstntech@gmail.com for further information.
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Apply Now to be a 2022 Student Orientation Assistant (SOA)!
Applications to be a 2022 Student Orientation Assistant (SOA) are now available! We are looking for students who have a positive attitude toward Tennessee Tech and want to share their love of Tech by helping new students transition to campus! Being an SOA provides students with a great leadership opportunity, as well as many other great benefits. Applications are due Friday, Oct. 1. To learn more about the position and to apply, visit www.tntech.edu/soa.
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WEST Open for the Fall
The Writing Excellence Studio at Tech (WEST) is open for the semester! We provide one-on-one writing consultation for upper-level undergraduates, graduate students, and faculty, regardless of what field or writing you’re working on. We can work with you on things like clarity, cohesion, logical progression, or just making sure you’re doing what the assignment asks you to do in the most effective way possible. And we’re happy to work with you at any stage of the writing process. Regardless of your skill level, we’re here to help you feel more confident in your writing abilities. We have in-person hours in Henderson Hall 204B, or online appointments available. For information about our hours and how to schedule an appointment, check out our website at www.tntech.edu/english/west.
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Graduate Students! Application Deadline Reminder!
Greetings from the Graduate College!
If you are planning to graduate in spring 2022, you will need to complete the graduation application ASAP. The deadline date has been extended to September 8th, 2021. If you are an August graduate, I encourage you to go ahead and apply now for summer 2022.Graduation Application & Information
If you have any questions please email us at gradstudies@tntech.edu or call us at 931-372-3233. Have a great semester!
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NAACP–Recruiting New Members
The NAACP has a long history of advocating for people of color and fighting racial discrimination. To learn more about joining the NAACP, contact Monic Ductan, faculty advisor for the TTU student chapter at mductan@tntech.edu.
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Student Nurses’ Association Kickoff Meeting!!!
TN Tech’s Student Nurses’ Association is having its first meeting of the semester on Tuesday, September 7 at 11 am in Bell Hall room 260. We’ll be discussing what SNA is, our plans for the semester, and giving out snacks!
If you are unable to make it in person, consider joining us via Zoom:
https://tntech.zoom.us/j/83069332575?pwd=c0xDMFo4UGI3emE5Z0tWc3F6S2FUQT09
Passcode: SNA2021
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Tennessee Tech Today: Episode 2
Here is this week’s Tennessee Tech Today radio show: https://www.tntech.edu/today
Guests are Cynthia Polk-Johnson, Vice President for Student Affairs, on her new role at Tech, the appeal of the university and of Cookeville and putting students first; Dewayne Alexander, head football coach of the Golden Eagles, on entering the new season with the opener Thursday, September 2nd.
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Welcome Back Part-Time Job Fair is on Sept. 2
Join the Center for Career Development on Thursday, Sept. 2, from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. in the Centennial Plaza, located between the Roaden University Center and Derryberry Hall, for the Welcome Back Part-Time Job Fair. Be prepared to speak with local employers seeking Tech students for part-time opportunities! All majors are invited to participate to learn more about career opportunities with over 20 employers!
In the event of inclement weather, this event will be moved to the Roaden University Center Multipurpose Room (2nd floor).
Students should come dressed to impress. For Gold Career Readiness credit, be sure to stop by the Career Development tent to record your attendance.
All participants will be required to follow Campus Return to Tech Guidelines regarding social distancing and face coverings.
Open to ALL students, ALL majors
Career Fairs are hosted by the Center for Career Development
career@tntech.edu
931-372-3232
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Purple Career Readiness Workshop on Aug. 31: Resume Tweaks
Join the Center for Career Development on Tuesday, Aug. 31, beginning at 11 a.m. in the Roaden University Center Multipurpose Room (2nd floor) for this Purple Career Readiness Workshop. A staff member from the Center for Career Development will be breaking down the top-tier resume guide for soon to be graduates.
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.
To attend virtually, access the TEAMS link in Handshake Events. To receive credit for attending, you must log in with your Tennessee Tech email, participate if asked to during the workshop and be present for at least 80% of the presentation, and make sure that your camera is turned on during your attendance.
https://tntech.joinhandshake.com/events/777056/share_preview
Career Readiness Workshops are hosted by the Center for Career Development
career@tntech.edu
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Tech Hosts Upper Cumberland College Fair at the Burn
Tennessee Tech is hosting the annual Upper Cumberland College Fair on Wednesday, Sept. 1 at the Marc L. Burnett Student Recreation and Fitness Center (the Burn). This event brings 2,000-plus prospective high school students to Tech’s campus. Let’s show them how to Live Wings Up! The following impacts on campus can be expected from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Wings Up Way will have occasional blockages from buses coming from Stadium Drive to load and unload students.
- The Burn will be full of activity with touring high school students, so expect crowds when visiting.
- The gravel parking lot adjacent to Willow Avenue will be reserved for event parking. High school buses will park by the baseball field.
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Alpha Phi Omega Service Project
Alpha Phi Omega invites any interested student to join us on Monday evening between 5 – 7 pm in the student lounge area in front of Einstein Bagels for a service project. We’ll be making cards for residents of a local nursing home. Pleaser stop by and meet us!
Alpha Phi Omega is the nation’s largest community service organization with over 12,000 active student members and almost 400 chapters across the United States and Canada, as well as the Philippines. The organization also boasts a large alumni network of over 500,000 alumni. We are currently looking for interested students — men and women — to join us as charter members of the chapter at Tennessee Tech.
For more information, contact Warren Sims (wcsims42@tntech.edu).
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Office of Sustainability Summer 2021 Newsletter!
We hope that everyone had an amazing summer! We have been staying busy this summer getting the office ready for all the fun things to come this semester. Check out our newsletter to see what we have been up to and what we have planned for the fall!
https://www.tntech.edu/sustainability/newsletters20210505.php
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Congratulations COEd Advanced Program!
The College of Education is excited to share that the educator preparation advanced programs (Instructional Leadership, Library Science, Literacy, School Counseling, and School Psychology) were granted accreditation by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) with no areas for improvement or stipulations. Thanks to all who helped accomplish this achievement!
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First French Club Meeting
Bonjour tout le monde! Hello everyone! The French Club will be hosting its first meeting of the semester during Dead Hour on September 2nd in Oakley 219. Some past group activities have included: Zombie Potluck, Trivia Night, Movie Nights, and many more activities! We will be electing club officers for the 2021-2022 academic year and be sure to check out our Instagram (@ttuavantgarde) and our Facebook group (Avant-Garde Tennessee Tech)!
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Man – UP
Man Up, a program for mentoring men to become positive role models and leaders, is meeting Monday, August 30, 2021 at 6:30pm in the Tech Pride Room (University Center near the Cafe). Everyone welcome!