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Family Weekend

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09/22/2023 at 08:00 AM

Family Weekend Online Auction

Browse the abundance of items available for bidding, including golf packages, restaurant gift cards, items from local boutiques, family entertainment packages and much more! Proceeds will support the Parent Association scholarship fund and association events. The Online Auction is open to everyone! Bidding will close at 8pm (central) on Sunday, Sept. 24. Bidding link will be posted soon!


09/22/2023 at 08:00 AM

Family Weekend Golf

Visit our Golden Eagle Golf Club for a quick round of golf. As part of Family Weekend, you'll receive a $5 discount when reserving a tee time in advance (ttugoldeneaglegolfclub.com) or letting the Club staff know you are here for Family Weekend! For more information, please contact the Club at (931) 372-4653. 


09/22/2023 at 09:00 AM

Family Bowling

Grab the whole family for a fun evening of bowling at Bowling World! Enjoy a special rate of $23/lane with free shoe rental and 10% off at the restaurant for Family Weekend! Or book online at www.bowlingtn.com and receive a 20% discount! Lanes must be booked by Wednesday, Sept. 20 by calling Bowling World at (931) 528-5551; open till 12:30 AM.


09/22/2023 at 08:00 AM

University Store

Stop by the University Store until 6pm to stock up on all your Tennessee Tech game day and spirit gear! You can also visit the Store's trailer on the sidelines during the football game! Show your Family Weekend program for a 10% discount off one (1) logo item (some exclusions may apply).


09/22/2023 at 03:30 PM

Family Weekend Program Pick-Up

Pick-up your program for the weekend from 3:30 PM to 6 PM! This program will be your guide to all the great events going on around campus and in the local community. *Gold & Legacy Parent Association Members... You may pick-up your ticket voucher for two (2) tickets during any of the program pick-up times.


09/22/2023 at 04:00 PM

Backdoor Playhouse Open House

Hosted by the Tech Players Drama Club. All are welcome to come enjoy light refreshments, giveaways, tours, demonstrations, and brief performances from 4 PM to 7 PM!


09/22/2023 at 06:00 PM

Parent Association Scholarship Reception

This dinner (from 6 PM to 7 PM) recognizes the Parent Association 2023-2024 scholarship recipients. Seating is limited to families of this academic year's scholarship recipients, their families, and Parent Association members that RSVP'd.


09/23/2023 at 08:00 AM

Family Weekend Online Auction

Browse the abundance of items available all day long for bidding, including golf packages, restaurant gift cards, items from local boutiques, family entertainment packages and much more! Proceeds will support the Parent Association scholarship fund and association events. The Online Auction is open to everyone! Bidding will close at 8pm (central) on Sunday, Sept. 24. Bidding link will be posted soon!


09/23/2023 at 09:00 AM

Family Bowling

Grab the whole family for a fun evening of bowling at Bowling World anytime from 9 AM to 12:30 AM! Enjoy a special rate of $23/lane with free shoe rental and 10% off at the restaurant for Family Weekend! Or book online at www.bowlingtn.com and receive a 20% discount! Lanes must be booked by Wednesday, Sept. 20 by calling Bowling World at (931) 528-5551.


09/23/2023 at 08:00 AM

Family Weekend Golf

Visit our Golden Eagle Golf Club for a quick round of golf. As part of Family Weekend, you'll receive a $5 discount when reserving a tee time in advance (ttugoldeneaglegolfclub.com) or letting the Club staff know you are here for Family Weekend! For more information, please contact the Club at (931) 372-4653. 


09/23/2023 at 08:00 AM

Family Weekend Scavenger Hunt

Are you up for a challenge? Complete the challenges on the back of your Family Weekend Program with your family to be entered to win an AWESOME prize basket filled with some Tech swag! Submissions must be received by 5:00pm at the Family Weekend Tailgate - Parent Association Tent. 


09/23/2023 at 09:00 AM

Family Weekend Program Pick-up

Pick-up your program for the weekend between 9 AM and Noon! This program will be your guide to all the great events going on around campus and in the local community. *Gold & Legacy Parent Association Members... You may pick-up your ticket voucher for two (2) tickets during any of the program pick-up times.


09/23/2023 at 10:00 AM

Parent Association Meet & Greet

Are you a member of the Parent Association? Stop by this meet and greet social event between 10 AM and 11 AM to enjoy some light refreshments and fellowship among Tech Parents! You'll also have an opportunity to meet some members of the Tennessee Tech Parent Association's Board of Trustees.


09/23/2023 at 10:00 AM

University Store

Stop by the University Store until 6pm to stock up on all your Tennessee Tech game day and spirit gear! You can also visit the Store's trailer on the sidelines during the football game! Show your Family Weekend program for a 10% discount off one (1) logo item (some exclusions may apply).


09/23/2023 at 10:00 AM

Live Reptile Exhibit

Do reptiles fascinate you? Have you ever wanted to wrap a snake around your shoulders? Now's your chance! Stop by the Live Reptile Exhibit between 10 AM and 12 PM, sponsored by the Biology Department, to see the reptiles on display and learn more about these fascinating creatures!


09/23/2023 at 10:30 AM

Magic & Ice Cream Show

Curious to see what happens when you mix the elements? Come find out between 10:30 AM and 11:30 AM and be amazed as faculty and students of the Chemistry Department perform various demonstrations! You'll be in for a sweet treat when Dr. Swartling, with the help of his students, make ice cream with liquid nitrogen that can be enjoyed by all!


09/23/2023 at 11:00 AM

Family Feud

Join the Residence Hall Association as they host Tech’s version of the iconic game show between 11 AM and 12:30 PM and you have the opportunity to compete against other Golden Eagle families!


09/23/2023 at 01:00 PM

Family Photos

Commemorate your experience at Family Weekend from 1 PM to 3 PM! Families will be able to take their family portrait, which will be an excellent keepsake from this time on campus spent with your student! Photos will be emailed after the event.


09/23/2023 at 03:45 PM

Golden Eagle Walk

Join in a Tech tradition as students and fans align the path and cheer as the Golden Eagle football team makes their way to Tucker Stadium before the game!


09/23/2023 at 04:00 PM

Family Weekend Tailgate

Stop by for some free food and fun before the game (while supplies last, from 4 PM to 6 PM)! Don't forget to turn in your Scavenger Hunt cards at the Parent Association tent - winners will be announced after halftime during the football game! Parent Association Gold and Legacy members may pick-up their two (2) tickets for the game at the Parent Association tent in Tailgate Park.


09/23/2023 at 05:00 PM

Golden Eagle Marching Band Tailgate Performance

Before heading into the stadium, listen to the Golden Eagle Marching Band as they perform for the tailgate crowd!


09/23/2023 at 06:00 PM

Golden Eagle Football vs. Kennesaw State

Come cheer on the Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles as they take on the Kennesaw Owls! Tech students get in free with their Eagle Card (Student I.D.). Visit TTUsports.com to purchase general admission tickets and for additional game day info and updates.


09/24/2023 at 08:00 AM

Discover Cookeville

Take some time to explore the city your student is calling home during their college experience! Enjoy a Sunday brunch, enjoy some shopping in historic downtown or go for an exciting outdoor adventure. There's plenty to do both in and near the Cookeville area. Check out visitcookevilletn.com for some great ideas of things to see and do while you're here.


09/24/2023 at 08:00 AM

Family Weekend Online Auction

Browse the abundance of items available for bidding, including golf packages, restaurant gift cards, items from local boutiques, family entertainment packages and much more! Proceeds will support the Parent Association scholarship fund and association events. The Online Auction is open to everyone! Bidding will close at 8pm (central). Bidding link will be posted soon!


09/24/2023 at 08:00 AM

Family Weekend Golf

Visit our Golden Eagle Golf Club for a quick round of golf. As part of Family Weekend, you'll receive a $5 discount when reserving a tee time in advance (ttugoldeneaglegolfclub.com) or letting the Club staff know you are here for Family Weekend! For more information, please contact the Club at (931) 372-4653. 


09/24/2023 at 12:00 PM

Family Bowling

Grab the whole family for a fun day of bowling at Bowling World from noon until 4 PM! Enjoy a special rate of $23/lane with free shoe rental and 10% off at the restaurant for Family Weekend! Or book online at www.bowlingtn.com and receive a 20% discount!  Lanes must be booked by Wednesday, Sept. 20 by calling Bowling World at (931) 528-5551.


09/22/2023 at 07:00 AM

Chick-Fil-A

Enjoy a bite to eat at our on-campus Chick-Fil-A between 7 AM and 7 PM!


09/22/2023 at 07:00 AM

The Caf Dining Hall

Enjoy an all-you-care-to-eat meal with your student in The Caf Dining Hall between 7 AM and 7 PM and see all they have to offer!


09/22/2023 at 05:00 PM

Cookeville Bus Tour

Hosted by Tour the Upper Cumberland. Enjoy a continuous route guided informational tour through downtown Cookeville, highlighting the historic square and WestSide cultural district from 5 PM to 7 PM.


09/22/2023 at 08:00 PM

Paint Night at the Art Jam

Create a custom Tennessee Tech painting that will be a great keepsake from a weekend spent in Cookeville with your student! All supplies are provided. This event is free, but space is limited and available on a first-come, first-serve basis.


09/23/2023 at 08:00 AM

Chick-Fil-A

Enjoy a bite to eat at our on-campus Chick-Fil-A between 8 AM and 7 PM!


09/23/2023 at 09:00 AM

Nursing Simulation Lab Tours

Visit our state-of-the-art medical simulation labs where you’ll witness the hands-on experience our nursing students receive between 9 AM and 12 PM!


09/23/2023 at 09:00 AM

Starbucks

Need a quick pick-me-up to get your day started? Stop by our on-campus Starbucks, open between 9 AM and 12:30 PM!


09/23/2023 at 10:30 AM

The Caf Dining Hall

Enjoy an all-you-care-to-eat meal with your student in The Caf Dining Hall, open between 10:30 AM and 7 PM, and see all they have to offer!


09/23/2023 at 12:00 PM

Cookeville Bus Tour

Hosted by Tour the Upper Cumberland. Enjoy a continuous route guided informational tour through downtown Cookeville, highlighting the historic square and WestSide cultural district. Runs from 12:00 PM to 2 PM.


09/23/2023 at 12:30 PM

VISION Lab Tours

You’ll be amazed with the interactive technology-based program that will immerse you in a virtual reality experience!


09/23/2023 at 02:00 PM

Mobile Glass Unit

Experience live glass blowing demonstrations with Tech’s School of Art, Craft & Design


09/23/2023 at 04:00 PM

Engineering Joint Council Tailgate

Join the College of Engineering Joint Council as you get ready to cheer on the Golden Eagles, and mingle with College of Engineering faculty, staff, student organizations, and families.


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