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Tennessee Tech’s brand-new cupola was finally installed on top of Derryberry Hall Thursday morning. Capital Projects and Planning Director Jim Cobb said that the process took longer than expected due to various delays, including the first attempt on Wednesday. He said that high winds made it unsafe for workers to fully install it. “We’ve had delays related to COVID with ... Read More »

The new cupola on Tennessee Tech’s Derryberry Hall is set to be installed in late September. The new, fully aluminum cupola is set to be an exact replica of the iconic feature on Tech’s campus. University Archivist Megan Atkinson said the new installation will be a relief for upkeep compared to the extensive work records she has seen in the ... Read More »

Tennessee Tech is expecting to get the cupola from Derryberry Hall removed by the end of this week. Vice President for Facilities and Business Services Chuck Roberts said crews will be disconnecting the chimes and clock during the week. Roberts said the next step is completing the roof repairs to prep for the new cupola. He said the new cupola ... Read More »

The new Derryberry Hall cupola will be delivered to Tech’s campus by June 28. Capital Projects Manager Bob Scarbrough said the old cupola will be removed two weeks before delivery. Scarbrough said that when you’re replacing a campus landmark there is little room for error. “I try to take pride in my job no matter how big or small the ... Read More »