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2026 Recruitment & Marketing Bootcamp – Aug. 4
Join us Tuesday, Aug. 4, for the annual Recruitment & Marketing Bootcamp. This free, daylong event is designed for faculty and staff who play a role in recruiting and engaging prospective students. Attendees will gain the latest enrollment and marketing insights, explore new brand and recruitment resources, attend practical breakout sessions and connect with campus partners. This event is a joint effort presented by the Office of Communications & Marketing and the Office of Admissions. Complimentary breakfast and lunch are included, and Tech swag will be given away throughout the day. Space is limited, so register today here.
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Last chance to register for C&S Staff Day 2026!
C&S Staff Day 2026 is just over a week away! Join us on Friday, August 7th from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm in Stonecipher Lecture Hall for a half day retreat with guest speakers, vendors, and prizes. Breakfast, snacks, and drinks will be provided. Late registration closes on Friday, July 31st, so register now!
We hope to see you there! Please email Aleta Cannon (cacannon@tntech.edu) with any questions.
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Talon Procurement Requestor Training
Talon Procurement Requestor Training is scheduled for August 11, 2026 from 1:30pm to 3:00pm. This class covers the basics of how to create, edit, and withdraw purchase requisitions, view the purchase order lifecycle, create receipts, change orders, paying an invoice against a purchase agreement, using a payment request form, and creating contract requests.
Talon Procurement Requestor Training | Meeting-Join | Microsoft Teams
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Now Accepting Honors Colloquium Proposals for Spring 2027 & Fall 2027
Have a dream course outside of Tech’s typical offerings that you’re passionate about? Consider proposing an Honors Colloquium! In these 3-cr. hr. discussion-based courses, exciting topics combine with Honors students to create a unique and fulfilling experience. Past examples include Science of Hunger, Human Body & Visual Art, and Biomimicry. Teaching teams are welcome. Click here for more details! Email Honors Director Lindsey Roberts at LRRoberts@tntech.edu with any questions.
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Cast Your Vote for Movies on the Quad!
Get ready to rewind! Join the Crawford Alumni Center and Tennessee Tech alumni, students, and our community for our 2nd annual Movies on the Quad on September 11 with an outdoor retro movie favorite, popcorn, live music with a Tech student band, lawn games, friendship bracelets, and food trucks right on the Quad.
Cast your vote for your retro movie favorite here!
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Come join our team and make an impact!
The IT Help Desk is seeking qualified candidates for an IT Help Desk Student Services Coordinator. Complete position summary and application procedure available at https://jobs.tntech.edu. The application deadline is August 5, 2026. Tennessee Tech is an equal opportunity employer.
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Test of the tornado warning system – Wednesday, July 22
Please note: there will be a test for our tornado warning system on Wednesday, July 22, at 8:30am.
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Talon Procurement Punchout Catalogs
The Talon Procurement Punchout Catalogs are back online and ready for use. We appreciate your patience and understanding. Should you have any questions or require assistance, please reach out to the Purchasing and Contracts Office.
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We’re Hiring: Join the Help Desk team!
We’re hiring! Help Desk is seeking two qualified candidates to join our team. Look for the IT User Support Coordinator II (2 Positions) posting on https://jobs.tntech.edu to see the complete position summary and application procedures. The application deadline is July 24, 2026. Tennessee Tech is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
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OPHiA Leaders Recognized
Leaders of the Tennessee Tech Epsilon Chapter of Omega Phi Alpha received the following recognition at this year’s OPHiA National Convention:
Makayla Barshaw — Outstanding Vice President
Sydney Osborne — Outstanding Chapter President
Sydney Rowe — Outstanding Sisterhood
Ethan Byker — Outstanding Alumni LiaisonWe extend our thanks to SMAC Chapter 606 for supporting Sydney and Makayla’s travels, enabling them to attend the convention dedicated to growth in leadership and service.
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Week of Welcome – Faculty & Staff Participation
Get ready for Week of Welcome 2026! It’s one of Tech’s most popular traditions and we’re inviting faculty and staff to take part.
There will be Spirit Days with office decoration contests, University Convocation, Mix & Mingle, College Day, and more.
For details, visit the Week of Welcome website. To learn how you can get involved, head over to the Get Involved page and register to join the virtual Week of Welcome Campus Partners Overview session on Wednesday, July 22.
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Register now to get your C&S Staff Day tote bags!
C&S Staff Day 2026 will be here soon! Join us on Friday, August 7th from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm in Stonecipher Lecture Hall. Register NOW to guarantee your free C&S Staff Day 2026 tote bag. The Staff Advisory Committee has planned a half day retreat with guest speakers, vendors, and prizes. Breakfast, snacks, and drinks will be provided. The committee will be taking donations for the Michelle Huddleston Memorial Food Pantry as well, you can review what they accept here for ideas. Email Aleta Cannon (cacannon@tntech.edu) with any questions. We hope to see you there!
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OCM Updates Service Rates for FY 2026–27
To continue providing high-quality communications, marketing and printing services while meeting increasing demand across campus, the Office of Communications & Marketing has implemented modest updates to its service pricing for fiscal year 2026–27. Pricing can be found at https://www.tntech.edu/ocm/service-pricing.php. The updated pricing took effect on July 1, 2026, and reflects OCM’s ongoing commitment to providing timely, high-quality support for the university’s strategic priorities while maintaining competitive and affordable service rates.
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Interim HR Generalist Support Update
We’re sharing an interim update on HR Generalist support as Maggie Worley leaves the University on July 10, we wish her the best. Beginning July 13, Jennifer Zimmerman will support recruiting, onboarding, and employment questions for full-time, permanent employees across all colleges. For assistance, email hr@tntech.edu or call 931-372-3034. We’ll share another update as the search continues.
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Weeklong Workshop: Pottery Boot Camp with Audry Deal-McEver on July 19-24
This beginner to advanced level workshop teaches students the technical skills needed to work on the pottery wheel. Beginners will learn the introductory basics needed to create cups, mugs, bowls, vases, and more. Advanced students will get individual guidance to help reinforce their foundational knowledge and will be guided through more advanced techniques (such as “thrown and altered” shapes and composite/assembled forms). Class time will include demonstrations, guided practice time, and one-on-one help. Note: Due to time constraints, students will take home a range of finished pots and “works in progress.”