Family Weekend 2022

Friday

September16

16

All Day (Online)

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 Silent Auction is open to everyone! Bidding will close at 8pm (central) on Sunday, Sept. 18. Click here to start bidding!

Friday

September16

16

Family Weekend Golf

Various Tee Times (Golden Eagle Golf Club - 1500 Country Club Rd, Cookeville)

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.

Friday

September16

16

Family Bowling

Open till 12:30am (Bowling World - 545 Neal St., Cookeville, TN)

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! Lanes must be booked by Wednesday, Sept. 14 by calling Bowling World at (931) 528-5551.

Friday

September16

16

University Store

Until 6:00PM central (Roaden University Center, Ground Floor)

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

Friday

September16

16

Chick-Fil-A

Until 7:00PM central (Swoops Food Court, Roaden University Center, Ground Floor)

Whether you like chicken minis or a spicy chicken sandwich, stop by our Chick-fil-A on campus, located in the Swoops Food Court, to enjoy a bite to eat for breakfast, lunch or dinner!

Friday

September16

16

Revolutionary Printmaking Workshop

1:00PM—4:00PM central (Appalachian Center for Craft - 1560 Craft Center Dr., Smithville, TN)

Co-sponsored by the Women’s Center & School of Art, Craft, & Design. You'll participate in an immersive printmaking exhibition and also learn how Latin American artists of the 20th and 21st century pushed boundaries with printmaking. Advance registration required - Register Now (click here)!

Friday

September16

16

Family Weekend Program Pick-Up

3:30PM—6:00PM central (Roaden University Center, 1st Floor, Lobby)

Pick-up your program for the weekend! 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.

Friday

September16

16

Backdoor Playhouse Open House

4:00PM—7:00PM central (Backdoor Playhouse, Jere Whitson Building, Ground Floor)

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

Friday

September16

16

Cookeville Bus Tour

5:00PM—7:00PM central (Roaden University Center, Dixie Ave Entrance)

Explore Cookeville on this bus tour hosted by Tour the Upper Cumberland! This hop-on/hop-off tour includes stops at Tennessee Central Heritage Rail Trail, Dogwood Park, Tennessee Legend Distillery, Vertical Coffee Co., and Ralph’s Donuts & Hix Farm Brewery. Bus will return to campus every 30 minutes.

Friday

September16

16

Parent Association Paint Night at the Art Jam!

6:00PM central (111 W 1st St., Cookeville, TN 38501)

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 due to limited space, advance registration is required and seating is limited to RSVP'd Parent Association members only. TTUPA members, check your email for the registration link!

Friday

September16

16

Parent Association Scholarship Dinner

6:00PM—7:00PM central (Multipurpose Room, Roaden University Center, 2nd Floor)

Enjoy dinner as the Parent Association recognizes it's 2022-2023 scholarship award recipients. Seating is limited to RSVP'd Parent Association members only.

Saturday

September17

17

Chick-Fil-A

8:00AM—7:00PM central (Swoops Food Court, Roaden University Center, Ground Floor)

Whether you like chicken minis or a spicy chicken sandwich, stop by our Chick-fil-A on campus, located in the Swoops Food Court, to enjoy a bite to eat for breakfast, lunch or dinner!

Saturday

September17

17

Starbucks

9:00AM—11:00AM central (Swoops Food Court, Roaden University Center, Ground Floor)

Need a quick pick-me-up or some caffeine to help start your day on the right foot? Visit our Starbucks on campus, located on the ground floor of the Roaden University Center!

Saturday

September17

17

Family Weekend Program Pick-Up

9:00AM—12:00PM central (Roaden University Center, 1st Floor, Lobby)

Pick-up your program for the weekend! 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.

Saturday

September17

17

Family Weekend Silent Auction

All Day (Online)

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 Silent Auction is open to everyone! Bidding will close at 8pm (central) on Sunday, Sept. 18. Click here to start bidding!

Saturday

September17

17

Family Weekend Scavenger Hunt

Until 5:00PM (Various Locations- Tennessee Tech & Cookeville)

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

Saturday

September17

17

Nursing Simulation Lab Tours

9:00AM—12:00PM central (Bell Hall Rotunda)

Visit our state-of-the-art medical simulation labs where you’ll witness the hands-on experience our nursing students receive!

Saturday

September17

17

Student Organization Meet-Up

Various Times (Various Locations)

Check with your student’s campus organizations to see if they are hosting a parent and family event or meet-up!

Saturday

September17

17

Family Weekend Golf

Various Tee Times Available After 10:00AM, (Golden Eagle Golf Club - 1500 Country Club Rd, Cookeville)

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.

Saturday

September17

17

Parent Association Meet & Greet

10:00AM—11:00AM central (Stonecipher Lecture Hall, Lobby)

Are you a member of the Parent Association? Stop by this meet and greet social event 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.

Saturday

September17

17

Live Reptile Exhibit

10:00AM—12:00PM central (Pennebaker Hall, 3rd Floor, Room 318)

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, sponsored by the Biology Department, to see the reptiles on display and learn more about these fascinating creatures!

Saturday

September17

17

University Store

10:00AM—6:00PM central (Roaden University Center, Ground Floor)

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).

Saturday

September17

17

Magic & Ice Cream Show

10:30AM—11:30AM central (Stonecipher Lecture Hall, Room 126)

Curious to see what happens when you mix the elements? Come find out 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!

Saturday

September17

17

Family Feud

11:00AM—12:30PM central (Derryberry Hall Auditorium, 2nd Floor)

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

Saturday

September17

17

Cookeville Bus Tour

12:00PM—2:00PM central (Roaden University Center, Dixie Ave Entrance)

Explore Cookeville on this bus tour hosted by Tour the Upper Cumberland! This hop-on/hop-off tour includes stops at Tennessee Central Heritage Rail Trail, Dogwood Park, Tennessee Legend Distillery, Vertical Coffee Co., and Ralph’s Donuts & Hix Farm Brewery. Bus will return to campus every 30 minutes.

Saturday

September17

17

College of Education VISION Lab Tours

12:30PM—2:30PM central (Bartoo Hall, Room 212, 2nd Floor)

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

Saturday

September17

17

Family Photos

1:00PM—3:00PM central (Centennial Plaza)

Commemorate your experience at Family Weekend! Families will be able to take their family portrait, which will be an excellent keepsake from this time on campus spent with your student! Reserve your time slot (click here)!

Saturday

September17

17

Golden Eagle Walk

3:45PM central (Tailgate Park, West Stadium Parking Lot)

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!

Saturday

September 17

17

Family Weekend Tailgate

4:00PM—6:00PM central (Tailgate Park, West Stadium Parking Lot)

Stop by for some free food and fun before the game (while supplies last)! 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.

Saturday

September17

17

Engineering Joint Council Tailgate

4:00PM—5:30PM central (Tailgate Park, West Stadium Parking Lot)

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.

Saturday

September17

17

Cornhole Tournament

4:00PM central (Tailgate Park, West Stadium Parking Lot)

Join Residential Life & the Residence Hall Association for a friendly cornhole competition before the football game!

Saturday

September17

17

Golden Eagle Marching Band Tailgate Performance

5:00PM central (Tailgate Park, West Stadium Parking Lot)

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

Saturday

September 17

17

Golden Eagle Football vs. Samford University

6:00PM central, (Tucker Stadium)

Come cheer on the Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles as they take on the Samford University Bulldogs! 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.

Sunday

September18

18

Discover Cookeville

All Day, (Various Locations)

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.

Sunday

September18

18

Family Weekend Golf

Various Tee Times (Golden Eagle Golf Club - 1500 Country Club Rd, Cookeville)

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.

Sunday

September18

18

Family Weekend Silent Auction

Until 8:00PM central (Online)

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 Silent Auction is open to everyone! Bidding will close at 8pm (central). Click here to start bidding!

Sunday

September18

18

Family Bowling

12:00PM—10:00PM central (Bowling World - 545 Neal St., Cookeville, TN)

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! Lanes must be booked by Wednesday, Sept. 14 by calling Bowling World at (931) 528-5551.

Family Weekend

Friday, September 16

Saturday, September 17

Sunday, September 18