Office of the President
Celebration of Excellence
Tennessee Tech University faculty, staff and students have made outstanding contributions to their respective professional and academic fields, offices and the entire campus community. The Celebration of Excellence recognizes these achievements. Tennessee Tech is proud to commend their hard work and ongoing dedication.
Student Awards
Derryberry Award
The Derryberry Award, the highest award given to an undergraduate student at Tech, was established in honor of the late Dr. Everett Derryberry who serviced 34 years as president of the university.
This prestigious award is presented to a graduating senior who has exhibited scholastic attainment arising out of moral and intellectual integrity; successful campus activity where participation indicates a commitment to good citizenship, interest in one’s fellow person, and instincts for leadership; and physical vigor as shown by fondness for and success in sports – all of which demonstrate potential for future service and effective leadership in American society.
Aaron Lay
Most Valuable University Academic Scholarship Student of the Year
Caroline Norris
Most Valuable Federal Work Study Student of the Year
Emma Breeding
Staff Awards
Excellence in Advising
Hannah Upole
School of Human Ecology
Mary Daniels
College of Engineering
Outstanding Professional Award
Amy Hill
Outstanding Clerical & Supportive Staff Award
Shana Eads
Facilities & Business Services
Jody Webb
Capital Projects & Planning
Lisa Norsworthy
Department of Chemistry
Katherine Mifflin
Scholarships Office
Wings of Kindness Winners
Mary Daniels
Rebecca Asher
Steven lam
Patricia McKenzie
Ashley Akenson
Mark Creter
James Alder
Bob Cardana
Christina Turnbow
Sonya Haney
Paul and Peggy Semmes
Brandon Pierce
Cindy Gates
Jordyn Bouldin
George Ibezim
Justin Egwuatu
Facilities Staff in Grounds Crew, Carpentry, and Paint Shop
Special Recognitions
Student Member of Tennessee Tech Board of Trustees
Hannah Willis
Recipient of the Goldwater Scholarship
Brandon C. Copeland
President Ambassadors 2021-22
Emerald Randolph
Colin Martin
Faith Judkins
Ethan Jenkins
Seth Jones
Barrett Streeter
Jadae Joseph
William Pursell
Addison Dorris
Lindsey Taylor
Dawson Davidson
Brynn Hagar
Madison Harris
Aaron Lay
SGA Executive Officers 2021-22
Aaron Lay
Cannon Johnson
Madison Harris
Savanna Griffin
SGA Executive Officers 2022-23
Addison Dorris
President
Jacob Cherry
Vice President
Savanna Griffin
Secretary
J.D. Rankin
Treasurer
