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  • ***POSTPONED*** Engineer Student Success Fair!!!

    The Clay N. Hixson Student Success Fair has been postponed until October 1st, 2020.

    Join us Thursday, October 1st from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. in Sherlock Park for the Fall 2020 Clay N. Hixson Engineering Student Success Center. This is a great opportunity for you to meet your advisors and student organizations!

    We will have boxed lunches and appearances from groups such as:

      • Engineering Joint Council

     

      • Cyber Eagles

     

      • National Society of Black Engineers

     

      • Aviation Society

     

      TN Tech Motorsports and many many more!

  • WEST Open for the Semester

    The Writing Excellence Studio at Tech (WEST) is open for the semester! We provide one-on-one writing consultation for upper-level undergraduates, graduate students, and faculty, regardless of what field or writing you’re working on. We can work with you on things like clarity, cohesion, logical progression, or just making sure you’re doing what the assignment asks you to do in the most effective way possible. And we’re happy to work with you at any stage of the writing process, regardless of where you’re at. Whatever your skill level, we’re here to help you feel more confident in your writing abilities. All conferences will be virtual, so you can get help without leaving your room! For information about our hours and how to schedule an appointment, visit our website at https://www.tntech.edu/cas/english/west.php.

  • Student Success Story: Daniel Sukowski Accepts Practicum Hours Through HEP

    Student Success Story: Daniel Sukowski Accepts Practicum Hours Through HEP

    Rural Reimagined is excited to announce that Daniel Sukowski will conduct his practicum hours at HEP through developing surveys to collect information about the economic, workforce, and education development in Putnam County. Daniel is pursuing his Exceptional Learning PhD in Education with a concentration in Program Planning and Evaluation. Regarding his practicum hours focused on rural initiatives, Daniel states, “This is exciting! My intentions are to evaluate workforce development and education programs in order to help determine potential next steps for improving the community.” As Daniel hopes to stay in evaluation once he obtains his PhD, this will be a wonderful opportunity for him to gain experience in the field. Wings Up, Daniel!

  • Cornerstone Informational Session

    TTU has contracted with Cornerstone Government Affairs to assist in federal appropriations and they will be hosting a video informational session on Thursday, September 17 at 2:00.  All Faculty and Administration are encouraged to attend.  Please contact Jill Dicey at jdicey@tntech.edu for the link to participate.

  • Order in the courts on September 24

    Order in the courts on September 24

    Meet our Supreme Speaker for the Women’s Leadership Conference hosted by the College of Business on September 24, during dead hour (11-11:50). The conference is completely virtual so you can watch from the comfort of your room or in Johnson Hall Auditorium!

    Justice Janice Holder was the first female chief justice of the Tennessee Supreme Court. She retired from the bench in 2014 and currently serves as a Tennessee Supreme Court Rule 31 mediator and is on the Roster of Mediators and Arbitrators of the American Arbitration Association.

    To register for the September 24 event and to see the entire speaker line-up visit https://tf.tntech.edu/machform/view.php?id=1014316.

    Any questions or concerns please email cmontgomery@tntech.edu or emwillmore42@tntech.edu.

  • Tuesday, 9/22, Center Stage presents Ending a Legacy of Maya Genocide

    Tuesday, 9/22, Center Stage presents Ending a Legacy of Maya Genocide

    Heather Dean first encountered the people of Copal AA when she was reporting on human rights conditions in Mexican refugee camps. She accompanied their return from exile as they collectively built a new village. Dean will highlight the work of the women’s group in Copal AA and the impact of education in women’s lives, within the wider context of the current fight for indigenous rights and ongoing ecological and political issues in Guatemala. This is a Center Stage event hosted by the Women’s Center and will take place in Derryberry Auditorium at 7 pm. Socially distant seating with masks required, but open to everyone.

     

  • Come join the fun! TTU Water Professionals and Engineers Without Borders Meeting

    TTU Water Professionals and Engineers Without Borders (EWB) will be having their second joint meeting of the semester on Thursday, Sept. 17, in Prescott Hall room 215 and also through Zoom from 11:00 – 11:45 am. At this meeting, new officers will be announced and we will discuss our projects and speakers for the semester. All majors are welcome. We hope to see you there! 

    To join through Zoom, please use https://tntech.zoom.us/j/92843300251. 

  • AirMedCare Network

    As of 2021, Tennessee Tech will no longer serve as administrator for the AirMedCare service.  This termination of agreement will not affect the current issued memberships for Tennessee Tech employees.

    To renew membership or to inquire about your existing membership, please contact:

    Robert Keen
    Membership Sales Manager
    AirMedCare Network
    robert.keen@gmr.net
    (931) 256-7383
    www.amcnrep.com/Robert-Keen/

  • Virtual Study Abroad Fair on September 22 & 23

    Join the Study Abroad Office and guest speakers September 22 & 23 from 11 a.m.- 1 p.m. on Zoom for awesome videos, live discussion, Q & A, and the annual Study Abroad Photo Contest! Visit the Study Abroad home page for more information and Zoom meeting link: https://www.tntech.edu/studyabroad/index.php

     

  • BIDE Meeting Sept. 17

    BIDE Meeting Sept. 17

    BIDE (Body Image and Disordered Eating) is an all-inclusive peer support group that promotes self-growth and self-acceptance. Have a body and not sure how to feel about it? You are welcome here. This week’s meeting is at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, Sept. 17, via Zoom. For questions and Zoom information, you can contact rlpearson43@tntech.edu or bidepeers@gmail.com.

  • Current edition of Attune newsletter now available

    With articles including a history of the Women’s Suffrage Movement, an exploration of our community’s collective trauma, and body positivity, we invite you to view our latest issue of Attune. This newsletter is published twice yearly and focuses on gender-equity issues as well as Women’s Center resources and upcoming events. A digital version of the latest edition can be found at https://www.tntech.edu/women/attune-newsletter.php. Paper copies are available at the Women’s Center located in RUC 339.

    Email womenscenter@tntech.edu

     

  • Careers n’ Coffee featuring Northwestern Mutual is MONDAY at 11 a.m. in Swoops!

    Careers n’ Coffee featuring Northwestern Mutual is MONDAY at 11 a.m. in Swoops!

    Careers n’ Coffee featuring Northwestern Mutual is Monday, Sept. 14 at 11 a.m. in Swoops Lobby

    Take a break and enjoy a FREE cup of coffee while speaking with recruiters from Northwestern Mutual Middle & East Tennessee, Monday, Sept. 14 from 11 am-1 pm in the Swoops Lobby. Recruiters will be there to speak with students of all majors interested in their winter internship positions. Don’t miss this opportunity to network with recruiters about their great opportunities and enjoy a free cup of coffee!

    Careers n’ Coffee events are hosted by the Center for Career Development.
    careers@tntech.edu | 931-372-3232

  • Purple Career Readiness Workshop on Sept. 15: How to Succeed at Virtual Fairs

    Purple Career Readiness Workshop on Sept. 15: How to Succeed at Virtual Fairs

    Purple Career Readiness Workshop on Sept. 15: How to Succeed at Virtual and In-Person Job Fairs

    Join the Center for Career Development on Tuesday, Sept. 15, beginning at 11:00 a.m. in Clement Hall 212 for this Purple Career Readiness Workshop! Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how you can best prepare for the virtual and in-person career fairs this semester!

    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/543912/share_preview

    Career Readiness Workshops are hosted by the Center for Career Development.

    career@tntech.edu

    931-372-3232

     

  • Tennessee Tech Today this week

    Tennessee Tech Today this week

    Here is this week’s Tennessee Tech Today radio show: https://www.tntech.edu/news/files/TNTech_Today_Show_9-11-20.mp3

    This week’s Tennessee Tech Today includes President Phil Oldham discussing the latest Money Magazine ranking; Students Katelyn Dibrell and Isabel Badoe talking about Eagle’s Flight; and, Lauren Michel, assistant professor in earth sciences, talking about getting an article published in Sedimentology.

  • New Associate Vice President of Facilities and Business Services

    Please welcome Charles (Chuck) Roberts the new AVP of Facilities & Business Services to campus! Mr. Roberts comes to us from Arnold Air Force Base where he was a Colonel and served as Vice President for Facilities/IT/Security/Medical/Student Services.  Over his career with the USAF, Mr. Roberts’ responsibilities have included management of large facilities including asset management, capital construction, housing, energy savings initiatives, space optimization and emergency management.

    Mr. Roberts received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering from United States Air Force Academy, Master of Science in Engineering and Environmental Management from the Air Force Institute of Technology and Master’s Degree in Military National Resource Strategy and Policy from National Defense University.

    We are excited for Mr. Roberts to join our campus community.