Pride Days
What is TTU Pride?
TTU Pride was developed to enhance what was already growing in our community and on our campus — enthusiasm and excitement for a wonderful partnership. This program provides a mutually beneficial way for TTU to support the businesses and citizens of our surrounding communities by recognizing and honoring the pride they proudly display for THEIR hometown university. What better way to welcome new and returning students and faculty each year than to introduce them to the companies and the people who support them?
When are TTU Pride Days scheduled?
TTU Pride Days always correspond with the opening of campus residence halls to welcome students each fall — typically in mid- August through the end of the month. Events are often planned throughout those weeks, on and off campus. This year Pride Days will be celebrated Aug. 17 - 28.
Who should participate in TTU Pride?
You, your neighbors or your friends should participate. Even the guy you don't really know but wave to once in a while. TTU Pride isn't just for alumni or students. It's for everyone who lives in Putnam County and our surrounding communities. And it's for those who live hundreds of miles away but still hold a special place in their hearts for Tennessee Tech University.
What can I do to participate?
Show your TTU Pride! Put up yard signs and window decals. Hang banners. Wear purple and gold. Display TTU memorabilia. Wear TTU Pride buttons. Visit campus. Attend sporting events, concerts and other special activities. Become involved in some of the many community-oriented groups and activities on campus. Your support makes a difference.
If you own a business in town, decorate with TTU Pride items or create your own display. Put TTU Pride up on your marquee. Consider offering a discount to anyone wearing purple and gold or any TTU clothing or merchandise. Do so and let us know, and we'll include your company on our TTU Pride web site and our TTU Pride e-mail distributions campus-wide. We'll also provide you with a special banner to attach to your Pride sign or to display inside your business designating you as a "TTU Pride Partner." We'll encourage campus constituents to visit and shop at your businesses.
Where do I get my TTU Pride Stuff?
Yard signs and pride stickers are now available. Items can be picked up at the Roaden University Center information desk, the U.C Bookstore, the Alumni Office, the President's Office, and the Leslie Town Centre / Chamber of Commerce. Maybe you'd like to buy TTU shirts for your family or employees — stop by the University Barnes & Noble Book Store for all the latest TTU styles and promotional items. If you haven't visited in a while, plan to be amazed. You'll find TTU emblazoned on more gift and clothing items than you can imagine. You can also find TTU clothing and gifts at Wal-Mart and Cracker Barrel.
Why should I show TTU Pride?
Because TTU is proud of you. Our surrounding communities are one of the key selling points for TTU. When we talk to prospective students, we tell them about the hometown, friendly atmosphere of our communities. We talk about the warm, caring and safe environments; the amazing cultural aspects; and the wonderful parks and naturally scenic beauty of our region. But we also stress the support we get from our communities and the people who live here. Students get good feelings about being welcomed into our communities by the people who live here.
And TTU provides much support in return. The university's impact on the local economy amounted to some $151 million last year. Student and visitor spending alone totaled more than $30 million and affected more than 2,000 jobs in 2001. We offer hundreds of sporting events, concerts, performances, movies, etc. each year. And most all of them are open to the public.
Where do I go for more information?
Call the Public Affairs Office at 372-3214.
