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2023 Week of Welcome

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08/10/2023 at 06:00 PM

Game Night at the Rec

Are you a pool shark or an air hockey champ? Head to the game room and the Burn from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM for a night of billiards, table tennis, air hockey and more! All equipment will be provided. We hope to see you there!


08/11/2023 at 05:00 PM

Paint Night

Come relax with some guided art therapy with a trained art therapist from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM! This is a great opportunity to learn some mindfulness techniques before the start of the fall semester. All supplies will be provided, but space is limited, so arrive early! Sponsored by Tech ASPIRES.


08/11/2023 at 09:00 PM

Team Trivia

Don't miss this opportunity to test your skills, show off your knowledge, and have fun with other students while competing for awesome prizes from 9 PM to 11 PM. Friends can't make it? Roommate not yet moved in? No worries! "Free Agent" teams will be created at the event!


08/12/2023 at 11:00 AM

Faith-Based Organization & Churches Fair

If you’re interested in joining a religious organization, come stop by and visit with the various religious organizations and churches both on Tech’s campus and within the Cookeville area between 11 AM and 1 PM. Come find your fit!


08/12/2023 at 08:30 PM

Movie at Tucker Stadium

Enjoy an evening with your friends from 8:30 PM to 11 PM as you watch a movie outdoors on the big screen while enjoying concessions, such as popcorn and Italian ice! Grab your blankets and friends to make it a fun, unforgettable evening! This year's movie is The Super Mario Bros. Movie.


08/13/2023 at 07:00 AM

Golden Eagle Golf Club

For Week of Welcome, Tech students will be able to receive an extended discount off the student rate for a round of golf at the Golden Eagle Golf Club. For today only, students pay $19 ($10 off the student rate). To take advantage of this discount, students must preregister for their Sunday tee time by Monday, August 7 by 5pm (central). For more information about the course and to reserve your tee time, visit ttugoldeneaglegolfclub.com or contact the club at (931) 372-4653.


08/13/2023 at 03:00 PM

Bowling

Get your friends together and come out for an afternoon of FREE bowling at Bowling World (located at 545 Neal St. in Cookeville). Games begin at 3 PM and go until 6 PM, and each student will be permitted to bowl 1 game for free! *Must have Eagle Card to be admitted!


08/13/2023 at 07:00 PM

Yoga on the Quad

Come relax, clear your mind, and de-stress with yoga on the Quad from 7 PM to 8 PM, sponsored by Tech ASPIRES! Bring your friends and your yoga mat or beach towel! No other equipment is needed.


08/13/2023 at 08:00 PM

Club Golden Eagle

Kick off the semester with music, games, prizes, free food, and more from 8 PM to 11 PM! Whether you're into dance beats or coffee house vibes, tabletop games or table tennis, catching up with old friends or making new ones, this event is for you! Make sure to explore all of the Roaden University Center to find activities hosted by the Student Orientation Assistants, the Residence Hall Association, Fraternity & Sorority Life, the eSports Club, the SOLO Events Committee, and others.


08/14/2023 at 09:00 AM

Careers, Coffee, & Handshake (featuring Soul Craft Coffee)

Join the Center for Career Development from 9 AM to 11 AM to learn about upcoming career development events and complete your Handshake profile. Plus, take a polaroid picture in the Handshake chair and let us know what you want to be when you grow up to be entered into a door prize drawing, including two $50 Target gift cards!


08/14/2023 at 01:00 PM

Freshman Fall Classes Guided Tour

Classes start on Thursday, so don’t be lost and confused on your first day! Come take a tour from 1 PM to 2 PM of your fall classes with the SOAs. The SOAs will help you find the buildings and classrooms you need so you can be successful and start the semester off right!


08/14/2023 at 02:00 PM

Launchpad Scavenger Hunt

Think you know a lot about campus? Come test your knowledge and meet new friends as you compete against other teams in this campus-wide photo scavenger hunt, all while learning unique things about Tech's campus!


08/14/2023 at 03:00 PM

Golden Eagle Spirit Rally & T-Shirt Trade-In

Come to Centennial Plaza for a fun Golden Eagle spirit rally from 3 PM to 5 PM, hosted by Tennessee Tech Athletics! Plus, bring in an old high school or other university t-shirt to trade in for a Tennessee Tech t-shirt!


08/14/2023 at 07:00 PM

Hypnotism with Randy Andrews

Get ready for an evening full of laughs that you'll never forget! Come see Randy Andrews, singing hypnotist, mesmerize the crowd as he hypnotizes selected volunteers. If you've ever wanted to be hypnotized, here's the perfect opportunity! *Must have Eagle Card to be admitted!


08/14/2023 at 08:00 PM

Capital Quad Block Party

Calling all residents of Capital Quad! Come outside from 8 PM to 10:30 PM and eat some pizza, listen to music, play some games, and meet new friends! Popcorn, cotton candy, snow cones and other treats will also be available. Free Block Party t-shirts will be given out to the first 400 students in attendance!


08/14/2023 at 08:00 PM

Pinkerton Quad Block Party

Calling all residents of Pinkerton Quad! Come outside from 8 PM to 10:30 PM and eat some pizza, listen to music, play some games, and meet new friends! Popcorn, cotton candy, snow cones and other treats will also be available. Free Block Party t-shirts will be given out to the first 400 students in attendance!


08/15/2023 at 09:00 AM

Prepare for Takeoff: Launch Your First-Year Success

All first-year freshman students will meet with their Launchpad Student Success Center advisor and the rest of their incoming freshman classmates from 9 AM to 11 AM to begin building connections while participating in an engaging experience on how to be successful during your first-year of college. Note: Your Launchpad advisor will contact you before Week of Welcome to share specific details and location information.


08/15/2023 at 10:00 AM

Yoga at the Burn

Come relax, clear your mind, and de-stress with yoga at the Burn with Tech ASPIRES! Bring your friends clear your mind before the start of classes. Bring your yoga mat or towel for practice, mats are limited.


08/15/2023 at 11:00 AM

Careers, Coffee, & Handshake (featuring Soul Craft Coffee)

Join the Center for Career Development from 11 AM to 1 PM to learn about upcoming career development events and complete your Handshake profile. Plus, take a polaroid picture in the Handshake chair and let us know what you want to be when you grow up to be entered into a door prize drawing, including two $50 Target gift cards!


08/15/2023 at 01:00 PM

Convocation Pre-Parties with Academic Departments

The Class of 2027 will meet with their academic department/college for a pre-party from 1 PM to 2:30 PM before heading to University Convocation. Freshmen, check your Tech email before the event for more information! Note: Not all departments/colleges may host events


08/15/2023 at 02:45 PM

University Convocation

University Convocation is the formal induction of the Class of 2027 into the Tennessee Tech academic community. This event is for freshmen and their families only. For more information about this event, visit tntech.edu/convocation. Note: Freshman students should arrive at 2:30pm and must wear the purple 2023 freshman t-shirt received at SOAR.


08/15/2023 at 04:00 PM

Class of 2027 Photo

This event is for freshmen only! Your freshman year at Tech will be one of your most memorable so capture it by taking part in this Tech tradition! Your class photo will be available for you to download as a keepsake to share with your family and friends. Note: Freshman students must wear the purple freshman t-shirt received at SOAR.


08/15/2023 at 04:30 PM

Mix & Mingle Involvement Fair

Want to get involved on campus? Tech has over 200 student organizations. Come out to the Mix & Mingle Involvement Fair from 4:30 Pm to 6:30 PM to meet representatives from various organizations and find your fit on campus!


08/16/2023 at 11:00 AM

Connect with Cookeville Business Fair

Interested in learning what’s around the Cookeville area and what businesses provide student discounts? Come to the Connect with Cookeville Fair from 11 AM to 1 PM! You'll be able to discover and connect with local business and learn more about your local college town! 


08/16/2023 at 05:00 PM

Cookout on the Quad

Come out to the Main Quad between 5 PM and 7 PM for a fun evening cookout with your Golden Eagle community! Enjoy food grilled by Academy Sports, inflatables, music, lawn games, campus departments and more!


08/17/2023 at 08:00 AM

Grab & Go Breakfast

If you are in need of some fuel to start your first day, stop by the Grab & Go Breakfast table located on Centennial Plaza to grab some pre-packaged breakfast and beverage options from the SOAs to make sure you start the semester off with a well-nourished brain! Available from 8 AM to 10 AM (while supplies last).


08/17/2023 at 09:00 AM

Ask an Advisor

Have questions about a class, other advising topic or just have general questions? The Launchpad advisors will be available between 9 AM and 2 PM in the University Center Lobby to assist and connect you with resources.


08/17/2023 at 10:00 AM

First Day of School Photos

Between 10 AM and 12 PM, come commemorate your first day of classes this fall semester! Students who take a first day photo will have their photo mailed home (to the address requested) on a Tennessee Tech postcard with a personalized message of choice! Limited quantities available.


08/17/2023 at 08:00 AM

SOA Help Tent

Have question, need directions or help navigating campus? Stop by the SOA information tent between 8 AM and 3 PM, located on Centennial Plaza, to chat with the friendly SOAs and get the information you need for the first day of classes!


08/12/2023 at 06:00 PM

Volleyball Purple & Gold Scrimmage

Tennessee Tech volleyball fans are invited to catch their first look at the Golden Eagle volleyball team as they prepare for the upcoming season in this Purple & Gold Scrimmage game. Admission is FREE for students with their Eagle Card. Visit ttusports.com for the full season schedule and more information


08/19/2023 at 04:30 PM

Gathering of Eagles Football Scrimmage

All Tennessee Tech football fans are invited to attend the Gathering of Eagles and Football Scrimmage! This event will include fun for all fans, including a Kids' Clinic. Visit ttusports.com for the full season schedule and more information.


08/14/2023 at 08:00 PM

Tech Village Block Party

Bring a lawn chair or blanket between 8 PM and 10:30 PM and come out to grab a plate of food (hamburgers, hotdogs, chicken sliders, etc.), listen to some music, play some games and meet new friends! Free Tech Village/Res Life t-shirts will be given out to the first 200 residents in attendance!


08/14/2023 at 02:30 PM

Week of Welcome Open House

Meet the Counseling Center staff and learn about Counseling Center services from 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM!


08/17/2023 at 08:30 AM

Welcome Back Putty

The Counseling Center team will be hosting an interactive table in the RUC backyard/back porch on Thursday, August 17 from 8:30-10:30am. The team will be handing out stress putty and Counseling Center resources and information.


08/19/2023 at 03:00 PM

College Town Kickoff

Get ready for a day on the town, as Cookeville and Tennessee Tech come together for a unique and exciting new event. Discover your favorite restaurants and shops, win fun prizes, learn more about ways to get involved in your community, and listen to live music in beautiful downtown Cookeville.


 

 

 

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