Week of Welcome
Thursday, August 11
Thursday
August11
11
Lemonade Stand
10:00AM—1:00PM (Pinkerton Quad - Near New Hall North & New Hall South)
Take a refreshment break from moving into your residence hall. Tech ASPIRES will be
providing free, cold lemonade and other goodies so make sure to stop by and cool down
a bit!
Friday, August 12
Friday
August12
12
Lemonade Stand
10:00AM—1:00PM (Capitol Quad - Near Ellington-Warf)
Take a refreshment break from moving into your residence hall. Tech ASPIRES will be
providing free, cold lemonade and other goodies so make sure to stop by and cool down
a bit!
Friday
August12
12
Paint Night: Art Therapy
7:00PM (TBD)
Come relax and enjoy some guided art therapy with a trained art therapist! This is
a great opportunity to unwind after the stress and excitement of moving in on campus
and to relax and learn some mindfulness techniques before the start of the fall semester.
All supplies will be provided, but space is limited, so arrive early!
Saturday, August 13
Saturday
August13
13
Faith-Based Organizations & Churches Fair
11:00AM—1:00PM (Centennial Plaza)
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. Come find your fit!
Saturday
August13
13
Football Scrimmage
6:00PM (Tucker Stadium)
Tennessee Tech football fans are invited to catch t heir first look at the Golden
Eagle football team as they prepare for their upcoming season during this scrimmage
game. Admission is FREE with Eagle Card. Visit ttusports.com for the full season schedule and more information.
Saturday
August13
13
Movie at Tucker Stadium
7:30PM (Tucker Stadium)
Enjoy an evening with your friends 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 TBD
Sunday, August 14
Sunday
August14
14
Soccer vs. ETSU
1:00PM (Tech Soccer Fields - Next to Hooper Eblen Center)
Join us as the Golden Eagles take on East Tennessee State University. Admission is FREE with Eagle Card. Visit ttusports.com for the full season schedule and more information.
Sunday
August14
14
Yoga on the Quad
7:30PM (Main Quad)
Come relax, clear your mind, and de-stress with yoga on the Quad, sponsored by Tech
ASPIRES! Bring your friends and your yoga mat or beach towel! No other equipment is
needed.
Monday, August 15
Monday
August15
15
Freshmen Fall Classes Guided Tour with SOAs
1:00PM (Derryberry Auditorium, Derryberry Hall, 2nd Floor)
Classes start tomorrow, so don’t be lost and confused on your first day! Come take
a tour 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!
Monday
August15
15
Handshake Blitz & Building the Perfect Personal Profile
1:30PM—2:15PM (Tech Pride Room, Roaden University Center, 1st Floor)
What the heck is Handshake and how can it help me? Freshmen wanting to explore the
Handshake system and how it can help you land fantastic job opportunities will want
to attend this session with Handshake reps! Advise and demonstrations of how to build
out your profile for maximum visibility and getting noticed by companies searching
for talent. A limited number of cool Handshake t-shirts will be raffled!
Monday
August15
15
How to Crush it on My New College Budget
2:30PM—3:15PM (Tech Pride Room, Roaden University Center, 1st Floor)
How am I going to possibly make ends meet during college? Freshmen will want to attend
this informative financial session to learn survival tips and building your first
college budget. Janet Rumancik of Regions Bank will be on hand to show you tips and
tricks on surviving college on a tight budget.
Monday
August15
15
Hypnotism with Dr. Jim Wand
7:00PM (Derryberry Hall Auditorium, Derryberry Hall, 2nd Floor)
Get ready for an evening full of laughs that you'll never forget! Come see Dr. Jim
Wand 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!
Tuesday, August 16
Tuesday
August16
16
Multicultural Affairs Welcome
TBD (Tech Pride Room, Roaden University Center, 1st Floor)
Transitioning to college life can be both exciting and difficult, especially for many
underrepresented populations on campus. Come to the Multicultural Affairs Welcome
to learn how the Multicultural Affairs Office can offer support and guidance to you
during your time as a Golden Eagle. You'll be able to meet with staff and learn about
the various services and opportunities available within this department.
Tuesday
August16
16
University Convocation
2:45PM (Hooper Eblen Center)
University Convocation is the formal induction of the Class of 2026 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 2022 freshman
t-shirt received at SOAR.
Tuesday
August16
16
Class of 2026 Photo
4:00PM (Overall Field at Tucker Stadium)
This event is for freshmen only! Your freshman year at Tech will be one of your most memorable so make sure to 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 2022 freshman t-shirt received at SOAR.
Tuesday
August16
16
Student Organization Mix & Mingle
5:00PM—8:00PM (University Drive)
Want to get involved on campus? Come out to the Student Organization Mix & Mingle
to meet representatives from various organizations and see all that Tech has to offer!
Wednesday, August 17
Wednesday
August17
17
Launchpad Advisor Tent Event
9:00AM—11:00AM (Centennial Plaza)
Meet the Launchpad Student Success Center advisors on Centennial Plaza for any help
or questions you may have before classes begin. You can also join one of the biggest
Cookeville debates - Which is better: Ralph's or Big O's donuts? You decide!
Thursday, August 18
Thursday
August18
18
Grab & Go Breakfast
8:00AM—10:00AM (Centennial Plaza) - WHILE SUPPLIES LAST
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 and Launchpad Advisors to make sure you start the semester off
with a well-nourished brain!
Thursday
August18
18
SOA Information Tent
8:00AM—3:00PM (Roaden University Center, 1st Floor, Lobby)
Need directions or need to know where a building is located? Stop by the SOA information
tent located in the southeast corner of Centennial Plaza to chat with the friendly
SOAs and get the information you need for the first day of classes!
Thursday
August18
18
First Day Photos
10:00AM (Roaden University Center, 1st Floor, Lobby) - WHILE SUPPLIES LAST
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.
Thursday
August18
18
Soccer vs. IUPUI
7:00PM (Tech Soccer Fields - Next to Hooper Eblen Center)
Join us as the Golden Eagles take on Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis.
Admission is FREE with Eagle Card. Visit ttusports.com for the full season schedule and more information.
Thursday
August18
18
Cosmic Bowling
7:00PM—10:00PM (Bowling World - 545 Neal St., Cookeville)
Get your friends together and come out for an evening of FREE bowling at Bowling World
(located at 545 Neal St. in Cookeville). Games begin at 7:00pm, and each student will
be permitted to bowl 1 game for free! *Must have Eagle Card to be admitted!
Friday, August 19
Friday
August19
19
Meet the Greeks
TBD
Tennessee Tech’s fraternities and sororities are full of students who contribute to
the campus and the Cookeville community. You’re invited to learn more about our three
governing councils and meet members of our fraternities and sororities. Come out and
Meet the Greeks!
Saturday, August 20
Saturday
August20
20
Volleyball Purple & Gold Scrimmage
2:00PM (Hooper Eblen Center)
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 with Eagle Card. Visit ttusports.com for the full season schedule and more information.
Saturday
August20
20
Gathering of Eagles & Football Scrimmage
4:30PM (Tucker Stadium)
All Tennessee Tech football fans are invited to attend the Gathering of Eagles and
second Football Scrimmage! This even will include fun for all fans, including a Kids'
Clinic. Visit ttusports.com for the full season schedule and more information.
