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  • Reminder of Scholar-Mentor Award nomination deadline of Nov. 13

    The University established the Scholar-Mentor Award to honor Tennessee Tech’s long history of close relationships between faculty and their students. The award honors a faculty member who displays outstanding mentorship, integrating scholarship, research and teaching excellence. The deadline for submitting nominations for the 2020-21 Scholar Mentor Award is Friday, Nov. 13, 2020. Complete guidelines and the nomination form are contained on the Office of Research’s website at https://www.tntech.edu/research/committees/scholar-mentor-award.php.
    Please send the forms to Amanda Gallop at agallop@tntech.edu.

     

  • Sick Leave Bank Enrollment – Faculty & Staff THROUGH October 31, 2020

    The annual enrollment period for Faculty and Non-Faculty Sick Leave Banks is October 1 through October 31, 2020. If you are already a sick leave bank member, you do not need to re-enroll.

    Please complete your enrollment form via DocuSign at Sick Leave Bank Form. Your form must be received by 4:30 pm on October 31, 2020. Please note that if you do wish to participate, the assessment will be fifteen (15.0) sick leave hours for full-time employees (prorated for permanent, part time). This will be deducted from your November Leave Report which will be turned in at the first of December.

    NOTE: You may receive sick leave donations from other employees only if you are a sick bank member. Since the beginning of the program in 1989, there has not been a need to require more than the initial assessment of 15 hours for each full-time member.

  • Check out the Sustainable Book Display in the Volpe Library!

    Check out the Sustainable Book Display in the Volpe Library!

    Happy Sustainability Month! Take some time this month to check out the Sustainable Book Display in the Volpe Library while you are studying. This display features a variety of different books that highlight how to go green and the importance of being sustainable. It is located on a bookshelf to the left of the front desk and near the recycling station. It will be available throughout the month of October.

  • Operation Christmas Child 2020

    Operation Christmas Child 2020

    The Annual Service Learning and Nursing Collaborative Project, Operation Christmas Child, will continue this year. However, it will look a little different in order for us to follow proper health and safety precautions. You can pick up a flyer at RUC Room 119. You can also learn more about the program at https://www.samaritanspurse.org/what-we-do/operation-christmas-child/

      • Donation Drop-off:

    October 19 – November 17

      • | RUC 119 and TTU Campus Food Pantry in Tech Village. More locations may be added along the way.

     

      • Drive-thru Drop-off:

    November 17, 2020

      • between 11am and 2pm at the Roaden University Center. Pull down to the unloading zone where volunteers will collect bags from vehicles. Please have your items in a clear plastic grocery or Ziploc bag and include your $9 shipping fee.

     

      • Outside Packing Party:

    November 19, 2020

      11am – 2pm on Centennial Plaza. We will have all collected items sorted on tables for you to make boxes onsite and donate to the shipping fee. Volunteers will be wearing gloves and masks to assist you in making boxes.

    Please check the website for suggested items for a box and prohibited items.

    If you have questions please contact the Service Learning Center, 931-372-6120

  • Apply for Next Year’s Scholarships by December 15

    The general scholarship application for the 2021-2022 academic year is due Tuesday, Dec. 15, 2020. All students must complete this application in order to be eligible for Tennessee Tech scholarships in the 2021-2022 academic year.

    Even if you have a renewable departmental scholarship this year, you have to re-apply in order for that scholarship to be renewed!

    To apply, log into your Eagle Online account, choose the “Student” tab and select the “Apply for Scholarships/Accept Scholarships” link. For additional assistance and information, please visit the Scholarship website.

    www.tntech.edu/scholarships/apply

    For questions, email scholarships@tntech.edu or call (931) 372-6159.

  • Tennessee Tech Today for this week

    Tennessee Tech Today for this week

    Here is this week’s Tennessee Tech Today radio show: https://www.tntech.edu/news/files/TNTech_Today_Show_10-16-20.mp3

    This week’s show includes head football coach Dewayne Alexander talking about playing conference football in the spring; and, Dawson Hassler discussing being the student representative on the Tennessee Higher Education Commission.

  • Join us TODAY for a guided meditation!

    Join us TODAY for a guided meditation!

    Please join Project Awaken TODAY, Monday, October 19th at 1 P.M. via Zoom for a free, guided meditation with meditation teacher, Deanna Lack.

    All are welcome!

    Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/93874695777

     

  • Reminder of Caplenor Faculty Research Award nomination deadline of Nov. 13

    The deadline for submitting nominations for the 2020-2021 Caplenor Faculty Research Award is Friday, November 13, 2020.  No individual may nominate more than one person. Complete guidelines and the nomination form are contained on the Office of Research’s website at https://www.tntech.edu/research/committees/caplenor.php. Please send the forms to Amanda Gallop at agallop@tntech.edu.

  • Flu Vaccines

    Please come see Health Services at the Whitson-Hester School of Nursing on:

    Monday, October 19 (9a-12p) at Centennial Plaza

    Tuesday, October 20 (1p-4p) at MS Cooper Pinkerton breezeway

  • Purple Workshop on Oct. 22: Tips for Successful Transition into the Workplace

    Purple Workshop on Oct. 22: Tips for Successful Transition into the Workplace

    Join the Center for Career Development on Thursday, Oct. 22, beginning at 11:00 a.m. in the Roaden University Center Multipurpose Room (2nd floor) for this Purple Career Readiness Workshop! Be sure to attend this workshop and learn the top tips to successfully transition from college into the workplace.

    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.

    https://tntech.joinhandshake.com/events/543930/share_preview

    To join virtually, access the VIRTUAL: Purple Career Readiness Workshop on Oct. 22: Tips for Successful Transition into the Workplace at: https://tntech.joinhandshake.com/events/573440/share_preview and join via TEAMS. Please have the TEAMS app loaded, prior to your accessing the virtual workshop.

    Career Readiness Workshops are hosted by the Center for Career Development.
    career@tntech.edu
    931-372-3232

  • VIRTUAL Eagle Works workshop Oct. 21 – FREE SHIRTS!

    VIRTUAL Eagle Works workshop Oct. 21 – FREE SHIRTS!

    Design Thinking is a process that can be used for any problem in any career! Join this virtual workshop that will take you through the process and help you prepare for the Eagle Works Idea Challenge on Nov. 11! Everyone who joins will get a secret code to pick up a free Eagle Works t-shirt!

    This Eagle Works workshop will be Wednesday, Oct. 21 at 6 p.m.

    Teams link: http://bit.ly/TTUDesign

  • 2021 Annual Benefit Enrollment ENDS FRIDAY at 4:30 PM CT

    2021 Annual Benefit Enrollment ends Friday, October 16, 2020, at 4:30 pm CT.  Submission of all dependent verification documents is due by Friday, October 16, 2020, at 4:3o pm CT. 

    Register for the final Virtual HELP SESSION at the following link:  Help Sessions

    The time frame for the Help Sessions is two hours, however it is not required for you to attend the whole time. The Help Sessions are a drop-in opportunity for you to ask questions and speak with our TTU Benefit Specialist regarding Open Enrollment.

    Friday, October 16, 2020                          2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

  • Hallo-Swing Dance

    Hallo-Swing Dance

    October 24th 8-11pm!

    Live band will be playing a mix of Halloween and swing music. Free dance lesson focusing on solo moves to promote social distancing. Masks required and costumes encouraged.

  • Already stressed after Fall Break? Save the date for Meditation Events

    Already stressed after Fall Break? Save the date for Meditation Events

    Welcome back from Fall Break! Are you already swamped with school work & stress? Join Project Awaken for TWO free, virtual guided meditations this month!

    Save the dates:

      • Monday, 10/19 at 1 PM

     

      Wednesday, 10/28 at 1 PM CT

    Beginners welcome! Meditation is a great way to promote health & wellness!

  • “Be Well” A Virtual Wellness Event with Cheya Thousand on October 22nd

    “Be Well” A Virtual Wellness Event with Cheya Thousand on October 22nd

    The Office of Multicultural Affairs, the Counseling Center, and Residential Life will be hosting a “Be Well” Virtual Event with Ms. Cheya Thousand on Thursday, October 22nd at 11 am. We will have the event live streamed in Derryberry Hall for a Lunch and Learn Wellness Event or you can use the Zoom Link below.
     
    Join us and Cheya Thousand on October 22nd! For questions or more information email MulticulturalAffairs@tntech.edu.

    Join Zoom Meeting – Oct. 22, 2020, 11:00 am
    https://tntech.zoom.us/j/89538943348?pwd=Z3ZGLzA0cHl1MFFuSjIzTEZoNlhjdz09

    Meeting ID: 895 3894 3348
    Passcode: 475856

    Cheya Thousand is a Christian Wellness Consultant + Author + Speaker + Self-Care Trainer + Certified Stress Management Educator