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School systems around the Upper Cumberland are experiencing substitute teacher shortages because of the pandemic. Tennessee Tech University Associate Dean for the College of Education Julie Baker said education majors are good candidates to fill these roles, and they encourage students to do so. Baker said the goal is for students to get experience on the job and know they ... Read More »

Tennessee Tech Students will have an in-person graduation this December, with plans to maintain COVID guidelines. Chief Communication Officer Karen Lykins said there will be 600 students, spread across three separate ceremonies. Lykins said there will be social distancing required in the stands, but friends and family are allowed to attend. Lykins said once a student is called to walk ... Read More »

Tennessee Tech School of Nursing has started a grant initiative to fund art therapy for 100 nursing homes across the state. Nursing Professor Shelia Harris said the goal is to enhance the quality of life of the residents while conducting research on Alzheimer’s Disease. “This helps the individuals remain present and remain in touch with their personal identities and surroundings,” ... Read More »

Election stress disorder, the term was coined during the 2016 presidential election and remains prevalent this election rotation as voters wait for the final result. Tennessee Tech Counseling Center Assistant Director Dr. Christina Mick said she is not surprised by the access amount of anxiety voters are experiencing this year. “A lot of people engage in what’s called doomscrolling, and ... Read More »

A state comptroller audit of Tennessee Tech released Friday revealed two findings including improper bank reconciliations and inadequate internal controls. The university’s Business Office was performing reports of operating and payroll bank accounts up to 230 days late. Comptroller Director of Communications John Dunn said bank reconciliations should be performed within 30 days after the end of the month. “If ... Read More »

Tennessee Tech is looking to develop a unique style of residence hall that is based off a design at the University of Florida. That building is Infinity Hall, and it’s a combination of living, creative spaces and entrepreneurship opportunities under one roof. University of Florida Associate Director in Housing Mary Jordan said this type of facility can set the tone ... Read More »

Tennessee Tech kicked off basketball practice Wednesday in preparation for starting the season November 25. Tennessee Tech Athletic Director Mark Wilson said the plan is to have fans in attendance at the Hooper Eblen Center. Wilson said the university is working with the Putnam County Health Department to get the seal of approval. “As long as we implement universal masking, ... Read More »

Tennessee Tech’s graduate program applications increase by 61 percent since 2019. College of Graduate Studies Dean Mark Stephens said the biggest increase has been in the Colleges of Education and Business. Stephens said the increase in the last year has been fueled by pandemic and its economic effects. “When the economy turns down and unemployment starts to rise,” Stephens said. ... Read More »

Tennessee Tech STEM Center Director Darek Potter said his center has experienced budget cuts because of the pandemic. Potter said the center is doing some “belt tightening” but expects to be able to keep going and serving the community. Potter said community events have been cancelled since the pandemic hit, and affected programs with local schools. “Before COVID hit, typically ... Read More »

Thursday’s Constitution Day, and Tennessee Tech is celebrating virtually at 6:00 PM. People can register to participate in the Zoom event by searching Constitution Day on TTU’s website. Constitution Day Chair Kent Dollar said the signing of the constitution should be celebrated even if it isn’t mandated. “The constitution is perhaps the most important document, I would say it is ... Read More »