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Steam Outage – December 18, 2025
Please be prepared for a steam outage on Thursday, 12/18, by dressing for potentially cooler indoor temperatures. Facilities is in the process of repairing the main steam/condensate line at Manhole #1 (across from steam plant). While we hope to return this manhole to service shortly, to ensure that the steam leak at Crawford Hall (Manhole #5) is repaired before the Christmas break, a steam outage this Thursday is required that will impact most buildings on campus. Thursday is the warmest day of the week, and after speaking with Res Life and Dining Services, it is also the least impactful day for a steam shut down on campus.
We speculate that a gasket has failed in manhole #5, a fairly routine repair, but getting the manhole and piping cool enough to work with will take some time. Please note that if we are able to complete the repair to steam manhole #1 before Thursday, this outage will be cancelled.
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2025 Christmas Ornament Decorating Contest Winners
The Office of the President is excited to announce our 2025 Ornament Decorating Contest winners! First place was awarded to the Millard Oakley STEM Center, second place was awarded to the Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships, and third place was awarded to Archives & Special Collections. Thank you to each department who participated and brought your creativity and festivity to this contest!
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Watermark 2025 Annual Evaluation Drop-Ins
Need help with Watermark data entry? Stop by Volpe Library, Room 112 on Monday, December 15, anytime between 9:00 AM and 12:00 PM. No appointment is needed—you can come and go as you like. Bring your computer and get started on your evaluation. Contact watermark@tntech.edu with questions.
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Printing Services’ Print Shop Closed for Renovation
Printing Services’ print shop, located in the University Services Building, will be closed the week of Dec. 15 due to ongoing renovation work. Our team will be working off-site to continue production during this time, but please expect some delays in turnaround. If you have questions or need updates on an existing project, contact us at printingservices@tntech.edu. Thank you for your understanding and patience.
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Rented Textbooks Due December 11th!
Did you rent textbooks for the fall semester? Don’t forget to return them before leaving campus when you are done with finals. Rentals are due back Dec. 11th
Store Hours Dec. 8th – 13th
- Monday – Wednesday 730am – 5pm
- Thursday 730am – 6pm
- Friday 730am – 5pm
- Saturday 10am – 2pm
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Upcoming Cutover Dates – Important Talon Transition Information
The full cutover schedule is available at the Talon website.
December 14
- Last day for candidates to apply in PeopleAdmin
- Last day to submit SEFs
December 15
- Last day to process PAFs for December Payroll
- No new hires will be made after this date
- Talon Career Site active; candidates can apply
December 17
- Last day to submit out-of-pocket expenses in Chrome River
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Calling Goldwater Selection Volunteers (Fall 2025)
The Goldwater Scholarship Program is one of the oldest and most prestigious national scholarships for students in the natural sciences, mathematics, and engineering in the United States.
Thanks to your effort funding, recruiting, and mentoring undergraduate researchers, Tech has 11 eligible students this cycle! If you are STEM faculty and able to read several applications and vote on our 4 finalists by Jan 14, please contact Austin Reid areid@tntech.edu -
College of Education & Human Sciences’ Alum Named TN Supervisor of the Year
Diana Wood, Putnam County’s PreK–4 Instructional Supervisor, named the 2025–26 Tennessee Supervisor of the Year by the TN Department of Education. Wood is an alumna of Tech’s College of Education & Human Sciences receiving an Instructional Leadership M.A. in 2010 and a bachelor’s in elementary education in ‘93.
“I am excited that with this recognition, the wonderful work happening in Putnam Co. can be highlighted,” said Wood. “I’m honored to serve alongside so many dedicated leaders, teachers, and staff who put students first every day.”
For details, visit www.tntech.edu/ci.
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Nominations Open! 2025-2026 Academic Affairs Awards
Nominations are now open for the 2025–2026 Academic Affairs Awards! These awards celebrate faculty and staff for their excellence and outstanding contributions in the areas of teaching, scholarly research, service, and engagement. Visit the CAFÉ website for a full list of awards, eligibility criteria, and nomination details.
Don’t miss this opportunity to recognize the incredible work of our faculty and staff!
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A Jazzy Little Christmas Concert – TN Tech Music Faculty
Wednesday, December 10th • 7 PM
Cookeville Performing Arts Center
Adult: $33
Children (12 and under): $10
The Tennessee Tech Faculty Jazz Ensemble will perform a jazzy Christmas concert at the Cookeville Performing Arts Center (CPAC) on Wednesday, December 10th at 7pm. The jazz faculty will be joined by Tennessee Tech voice faculty, Dr. Diane Pulte, Dr. Wendy Mullen, and Dr. Chris Reames. In addition, the room will be filled with flickering candlelight, sponsored by Luminance, a candlelight experience.
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NIFA Deadline January 9
Non-instructional faculty assignments (NIFA) are designed to contribute to the professional growth of faculty, improve teaching and curriculum across the University, and/or enhance scholarship and academic excellence of Tennessee Tech. NIFA proposals are due to department chairs/directors by January 9, 2026. Applicants are responsible for submitting proposals to Academic Affairs by January 23, 2025. Please visit the website additional details.
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Get the scarf (and a matching hat!) made famous by Astronaut Barry Wilmore!
Stay warm, show your spirit and support Tennessee Tech—all at the same time!
Make a gift of $50 or more and receive a limited-edition Tennessee Tech scarf and matching beanie — the same scarf made famous by astronaut and Homecoming Parade Grand Marshal Barry Wilmore!
This cozy set delivers the perfect blend of warmth, comfort and Golden Eagle style. Keep the cold out, keep the school spirit in and make a difference for the area on campus that matters most to you. What more could you ask for?
Limited quantities available — once they’re gone, they’re gone!
Your support helps sustain the programs, resources and scholarships that fuel our students’ success. Thank you for giving back and showing your Tech pride in style.
Make your gift today before they run out!
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Retirement Celebration for Donna Smith
Please join us for a Retirement Celebration honoring Donna Smith for her many years of dedicated service to the College of Engineering. The celebration will be held on December 15, 2025, from 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. in AIEB 345.
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Internal Research Grant Committee Announces Call for Proposals for 2025-26
The Internal Research Grant Committee is soliciting proposals for funding for FY 2026-2027. The deadline to submit proposals and all required application materials to the Office of Research is Feb. 27, 2026. Please use the link below to submit your application via Docusign.
Research & Economic Development – Faculty Research Committee
Contact Jill Dicey at ext. 3897 or jdicey@tntech.edu with any questions
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Fall 2025 Campus-wide Solar System Tour
Need a break from studying for finals? The Introduction to Modern Astronomy I (ASTR 1010) class has created a to-scale model of our solar system that fits on campus! The sun is located in BRUN 243. From there, walk around campus and locate solar system objects (8 planets, 6 moons, 2 dwarf planets, a comet, and 2 asteroid belts) using the attached map. There’s some information about extra-solar system objects of interest near BRUN 243. Objects will be removed by Dec 11.