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Undergraduate STEM Research Seminar: Christian Chesser (ME) and Eli James (PHYS)
Our first Fall 2026 Undergraduate STEM Research Seminar will be this Friday with Mechanical Engineering major Christian Chesser and Physics major Elijah James both giving presentations describing their research on different aspects of fusion energy. Christian will describe Flownex Modeling of Fusion Reactor Balance of Plant and Eli will talk about Understanding Kinetic Plasma Transport in Proto-MPEX Lite. The seminar will be at 4pm in Bruner Hall 210 with snacks served starting at 3:30pm. These seminars are geared for undergraduates from any STEM major, but graduate students and faculty are encouraged to attend!
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Canvas Rubrics Workshop
Learn how to create, customize, and apply rubrics within Canvas to support transparent assessment and improve the student learning experience. Join us September 22 from 11 a.m.-12 p.m. via Teams. Register here and contact citl@tntech.edu with questions.
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Goals Over Grind: Motivation That Lasts with The Launchpad
Feeling stuck, stressed, or running low on motivation?
Join Goals Over Grind: Motivation That Lasts on Tuesday, September 22 at 3 p.m. Learn how to set realistic goals, build momentum, and stay motivated when classes & life get hectic. Walk away with practical strategies & a clear plan to help you stay on track all semester. Motivation comes and goes, but goals keep you moving! Volpe Library Room 120 (Tutoring Center). For more information, contact Tenika Burgess at tnburgess@tntech.edu.
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Goals Over Grind: Motivation That Lasts with The Launchpad
Know a student who seems overwhelmed, unmotivated, or struggling to stay on track?
Encourage them to attend Goals Over Grind: Motivation That Lasts on Tues. Sept. 22 at 3 p.m. Students will learn how to set realistic goals, build momentum, & stay motivated when classes and life get hectic. They’ll leave with practical strategies & a clear plan for success throughout the semester. Volpe Library Room 120 (Tutoring Center). For more information, contact Tenika Burgess at tnburgess@tntech.edu.
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Thesis & Dissertation Information Sessions for Graduate Students
Submitting a thesis or dissertation? Join the College of Graduate Studies for a session covering formatting requirements, submission procedures, and the thesis/dissertation review process.
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- Tuesday, September 22, 11–12:30 (Roaden University Center 246) or
- Thursday, October 8, 2–3:30 (Roaden University Center 246)
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Questions? Contact gradstudies@tntech.edu.
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Family Craft Studio This Saturday at the Craft Center
Family Craft Studio returns with Corn Husk Dolls! Stop by this Saturday, September 19 from 9am to 12pm. Family Craft Studio is free, open to the public, and designed for all ages 6+. For more information and to see future dates click here!
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TALON Procurement Module Changes Coming
Talon Procurement Module Changes coming in 26C Release on September 19, 2026. The new release will include the following new functionality:
- View additional Information about Location and Supplier
- View additional Information about Preparers, Requesters, Buyers, and Approvers
- Access Cart Details Directly During Requisition Creation
- Create a Smartform Request without Copying Supplier Details from a Previous Request
- Identify Attachments and Notes on my Requisitions
- Search for Deliver-To Locations Using Additional Attributes in Requisitions
For more information about the upcoming changes see the TALON Procurement Module 26C Release Notes on our Training Offered by Purchasing and Contracts Office webpage.
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September 21 – Career Spot – Sept. 21 | 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. | Ashraf Islam Bldg.
Stop by to learn more about the Center of Career Development, the services they offer, and about upcoming events! We will set up in the Ashraf Islam Building outside the welcome center at the entrance on Monday, Sept. 21, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Get tips on Handshake, resumes, and so much more!
Career Spot are hosted by the Center for Career Development.
To learn more about this and upcoming events, visit: tntech.edu/career/events.php
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Student Wellness Fair featuring I’m Alive Mental Health Fair
Come Get Your Wellness On! Take a break, have some fun, and connect with resources that support YOU! Join us at the Student Wellness Fair on September 17 from 10am until 2pm on Centennial Plaza. Stop by to explore resources, enjoy activities, win prizes, and learn ways to support your health, wellness and wellbeing!
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Large Caf Visit September 17th
A large group of 450 students will be coming on Thursday, September 17, to the Caf. They should be arriving at the Caf around lunchtime, so please bear with us if there are longer-than-usual lines.
We look forward to serving you in the Caf!
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September 17 – Employer Expo: Job/Internship Fair
Join us Thursday, Sept. 17, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Hooper-Eblen Center for a job and internship fair. Visit Handshake for the full list of employers and be sure to bring your Eagle Card
To learn more about this event, visit: Tennessee Tech University Employer Expo: Job and Internship Fair Fall 2026 | Handshake
This event is hosted by the Center for Career Development
Career Development | career@tntech.edu | 931-372-3232
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September 17 – Sept. 17 Construction, Engineering, and Management Expo
Join us Thursday, Sept. 17, between 4 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.in the Academic Wellness Center’s Gym B for our Construction Engineering and Management Expo.
Visit Handshake for the full list of employers and be sure to bring your Eagle Card!
To learn more about this event, visit: Tennessee Tech University Fall 2026 Construction Engineering and Management Expo | Handshake
This event is brought to you by the Center for Career Development.
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Chick-fil-A closure on Sept. 17 and Sept. 24
Due to emergency utility work, the Chick-fil-A at TN Tech University, located in the lower level of the RUC, will be closed from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 17 and Thursday, Sept. 24. Please visit our website at Dine On Campus for additional information and to view the service hours at our other restaurants on campus. Our Instagram page is another great way to find updateso n all things Dining on Campus.
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Dr. Jinfa Zhang named Associate Dean of Research for the College of Agriculture and Human Ecology
Congratulations to Dr. Jinfa Zhang on his appointment as associate dean of research for the College of Agriculture and Human Ecology. Dr. Zhang previously served as director of the School of Agriculture and brings to the role more than 40 years of higher education experience.
As a prolific and award-winning researcher, Dr. Zhang is a top-cited expert in cotton genetics and breeding whose work has been recognized by National Cotton Council of America, the Journal of Cotton Science and others.
As director of the School of Agriculture, Dr. Zhang has continued to elevate and modernize the school’s academic programs, including the new fully online agribusiness degree pathway.
Share your congratulations with Dr. Zhang at jzhang@tntech.edu.
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Temporary parking closure for Sept. 17 Employer Expo
Please note that the university is hosting its annual employer expo on Thursday, Sept. 17, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Hooper-Eblen Center. This event will bring 180 employers to Tech’s campus and is the Center for Career Development’s largest employer event held each year.To provide parking for our employer guests, the narrow strip of purple-zoned parking between the soccer fields and the Hooper-Eblen Center will close at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 16, and reopen after 2 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 17.
Please also expect additional vehicular and pedestrian traffic around the Hooper Eblen Center on Sept. 17 for this event. Thank you for your understanding.