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Friday Focus: Dossier Prep
Friday Focus sessions are designed to provide just-in-time resources and information for faculty throughout the semester. Each session focuses on a different resource, tool, or program available to faculty. During this session, Dr. Bedelia Russell will provide information on dossier preparation. She will discuss upcoming deadlines and opportunities for New Faculty. Join us on Friday, January 7th at 11 AM via Microsoft Teams.
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Tech men’s basketball contest versus Morehead State postponed
The Tennessee Tech men’s basketball team’s Ohio Valley Conference game against Morehead State, originally scheduled for Thursday, has been postponed due to Tennessee Tech COVID-19 protocols.
Consistent with OVC basketball rescheduling policy, the contest will be rescheduled for the first available Monday makeup window. The contest will now be held on Monday, Jan. 31, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. CT.
The Tech men will now open its OVC season on Saturday, Jan. 8 with a home contest at the Hooper Eblen Center against Eastern Illinois at 3:00 p.m.
The Golden Eagle women’s contest against Morehead State is still set for its scheduled date and time of Thursday, Jan. 6 at 5:30 p.m. in the Eblen Center.
Further updates to all Golden Eagle Athletics schedules can be found on TTUsports.com and Tech Athletics social media accounts.
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iLearn: Managing Combined Courses
Are you teaching multiple sections of a course? Have an undergraduate and graduate section that use similar material? Is there an Honors student in your general section? You can combine these courses into one section to provide one set of material as well as provide additional material for those who need it. In this session, we will show you how to use the tools in iLearn to help manage these types of courses. Join the staff of the Center for Innovation in Teaching and Learning on Wednesday, January 5th at 11 am.
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Adding & Organizing Content in iLearn
The Content tool in iLearn is relatively simple and straightforward. In this workshop, we will cover the basics as well as demonstrate some other things you can do in the Content area. Want to know more about how students are using content? Join the Center for Innovation in Teaching and Learning staff on Thursday, January 6th at 11 am.
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2021 Thank you!
Thank you to everyone who supported the Angel Tree project for the Student Involvement & Leadership Center. The presents are greatly appreciated. Happy Holidays to everyone.
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Holiday Break: Start to Finish Info
It’s almost time for the official Tech Holiday break! To remind you, the last working day this month is Wednesday, Dec. 22. The holiday break extends from Dec. 23 through Jan. 3. The first day back after break is Tuesday, Jan. 4.Relax, renew and we’ll see you when we return.Winter Wings Up! -
ARMY ROTC COMMISSIONING CEREMONY
All are invited to the Army ROTC Department’s Fall 2021 Commissioning Ceremony on Tuesday, December 21, 2021, at 10:00 a.m. in the Wattenbarger Auditorium (Bryan Fine Arts Building). We hope you can attend! Contact rotc@tntech.edu with questions.
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Faculty Technology Use
The Center for Innovation in Teaching and Learning (CITL) is developing a training series for the spring semester that will help you better utilize technology in the classroom. To inform these trainings, we would like for you to complete a quick survey about technology use. This data will help the CITL develop training opportunities, just-in-time resources, streamline instructional technologies, and gather insight into the university’s hardware/software classroom needs.
You can complete the survey using the link below.
https://tntech.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6nG53iJ90zNEckuPlease contact the CITL with any questions.
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Faculty Research Committee Announces Call for Proposals for 2021-22
The Faculty Research Committee is soliciting proposals for funding for 2021-22. The deadline to submit proposals and all required application materials to the Office of Research is Feb. 25, 2022. Materials may be submitted electronically via email to jdicey@tntech.edu or hand delivered to Derryberry Hall, Room 305. Please visit the Faculty Research Committee website for application materials, and review the guidelines in the handbook.
https://www.tntech.edu/research/committees/faculty-research-committee.php
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Wings Up Welcome – Syed Ali Asad Rizvi
Dr. Syed Ali Asad Rizvi is a new member of the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering in the College of Engineering. Here are a few facts you should know about him.
Where are you from?
I’m originally from Pakistan.What degrees do you hold and where did you earn them?
I earned my bachelor’s degree in Industrial Electronics Engineering from NED University of Engineering and Technology (Pakistan). I then earned my master’s in Electrical Engineering from the National University of Sciences and Technology. I got my Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Virginia, USA.What is your research area?
My research area lies at the intersection of control theory, artificial intelligence, and optimization along with their application to autonomous systems.What is your favorite part of being at Tennessee Tech so far?
I love the calm and peaceful vibe of the scenic Tech campus and the Cookeville city that gives me a sense of belonging in this small, but beautiful place.Welcome, Dr. Rizvi!
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Wings Up Welcome – Michelle Estes
Dr. Michelle Estes is a new member of the Department of Sociology and Political Science in the College of Arts and Sciences. Here are a few facts you should know about her!
Where are you from?
I’m from Mt. Pleasant, TN.What degrees do you hold and where did you earn them?
I went to Columbia State Community College for my associate degree. Then I went to the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga for my bachelor. I earned my Master of Arts at Middle Tennessee University, continuing with a Graduate Certificate in Women and Gender Studies at MTSU. Then I earned my Doctor of Philosophy at Oklahoma State University.Tell us your research area or the area of academic study you are most interested in: My research broadly focuses on inequality in the criminal legal system. More specifically and recently I have been examining the negative consequences that are produced by wrongful convictions.
What are your hobbies/interests?
In my spare time I enjoy participating in outdoor activities.Welcome, Dr. Estes!
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Return Your Textbook Rentals
Return Your Textbook Rentals to the University Bookstore On Or Before December 16th!
You can also ship them back by following the instructions on
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University Advancement Has New Guidelines and a Form for Gift-in-Kind Donations
New guidelines and a form for gift-in-kind donations are available on the University Advancement website. A gift-in-kind is tangible personal property that is subject to personal ownership. Examples can include personal collections of art, books, coins or movies; cars, boats, and aircraft; animals, such as livestock; equipment; software; and printed materials. Gift-in-kind donations support the Foundation’s mission by helping to strengthen programs and provide the best educational experience to students. Donations allow donors to receive the benefit of a charitable contribution without drawing on their cash reserves.
Click here to view the information and email AdvancementServices@tntech.edu with any questions.
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TN Tech Food Pantry – Winter Break
The TN Tech Food Pantry will closed for Winter break. As student volunteers are heading home for the holidays, the main pantry, in Tech Village, will not be able to remain open. Remember, we do have the Auxiliary Pantry in the library, behind the front desk, for breaks when we have to close the main pantry. God’s Grace Food Pantry also serves our students and employees when we are on breaks. They are located at 165 E. Broad St. Cookeville, TN 38501 and can be reached at 931-526-2177.
We have a few changes coming in January that we are excited to roll out. Have a wonderful holiday break and we look forward to seeing you back in January.
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Relax and Refuel With Free Soups and Massage Chairs
Relax and refuel during finals with free soups and massage chairs in the Tech Pride Room (RUC first floor) on Monday, December 13 from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. Free soups, drinks and desserts will be available while supplies last. This event is sponsored by the Student Government Association and the Office of Student Activities and Campus Life. Join us for a time to relax and let stress slip away!