Week of Welcome
Wednesday, August 11
Wednesday
August11
11
Academy Sports Cookout
11:00AM—1:00PM (Behind Pinkerton Hall & the Corner of Maddux Hall)
Take a break from moving into your residence hall with Academy Sports! They will have
2 locations setup (one behind Pinkerton Hall and one on the corner of Maddux Hall)
to serve your some food and refreshments. Stop by for a hot dog, popcorn, and some
water!
Wednesday
August11
11
Intro to Rock Climbing
5:00PM—8:00PM (Student Recreation & Fitness Center)
Come enjoy an evening of rock climbing at the rock wall in Tech's Student Recreation
& Fitness Center! All levels of experience are welcome!
Thursday, August 12
Thursday
August12
12
Academy Sports Cookout
11:00AM—1:00PM (Behind Pinkerton Hall & the Corner of Maddux Hall)
Take a break from moving into your residence hall with Academy Sports! They will have
2 locations setup (one behind Pinkerton Hall and one on the corner of Maddux Hall)
to serve your some food and refreshments. Stop by for a hot dog, popcorn, and some
water!
Thursday
August12
12
Intro to Rock Climbing
5:00PM—8:00PM (Student Recreation & Fitness Center)
Come enjoy an evening of rock climbing at the rock wall in Tech's Student Recreation
& Fitness Center! All levels of experience are welcome!
Thursday
August12
12
Golden Eagle Soccer Exhibition vs. Middle Tennessee
6:00PM (Tech Soccer Fields - Next to Hooper Eblen Center)
Tennessee Tech soccer fans are invited to catch their first look at the Golden Eagle
soccer team as they prepare for the upcoming season with their exhibition game! Join
us as the Golden Eagles take on Middle Tennessee State University. Admission is FREE with Eagle Card. Visit ttusports.com for the full season schedule and more information.
Friday, August 13
Friday
August13
13
Trivia Challenge
3:00PM (Derryberry Hall Auditorium, Derryberry Hall, 2nd Floor)
Join us for an evening of trivia! Get your team together and come see if you have
what it takes to win one of our prizes. Trivia categories will range from Tech history
to pop culture and many others!
Friday
August13
13
Escape!
4:00PM—8:00PM (Student Recreation & Fitness Center)
Do you have what it takes to make a great escape? Grab your friends and test your
skills at Tennessee Tech's very own Escape Room, located at the Marc L. Burnett Student
Recreation & FItness Center. Note: Groups will be limited to sizes of 4-6, and groups should plan to spend 45 minutes.
Saturday, August 14
Saturday
August14
14
Religious 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
August14
14
Escape!
2:00PM—6:00PM (Student Recreation & Fitness Center)
Do you have what it takes to make a great escape? Grab your friends and test your
skills at Tennessee Tech's very own Escape Room, located at the Marc L. Burnett Student
Recreation & FItness Center. Note: Groups will be limited to sizes of 4-6, and groups should plan to spend 45 minutes.
Saturday
August14
14
Canceled Due to Inclement Weather - Movie at Tucker Stadium
7:00PM (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 A Quiet Place Part II! This event has been canceled due to potential inclement weather.
Sunday, August 15
Sunday
August15
15
Paint Night
7:00PM (Multipurpose Room, Roaden University Center, 2nd Floor)
Join Tech's very own College of Fine Arts for Paint Night! This event is free. You
will receive all materials needed to create your very own masterpiece and will receive
instruction from Tennessee Tech art instructor, Bevin Butler!
Sunday
August15
15
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!
Monday, August 16
Monday
August16
16
Pop-Up COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic
10:00AM—12:00PM (Tech Pride Room, Roaden University Center, 1st Floor)
Still need to get your COVID-19 vaccine? Tech's Health Services is sponsoring this
pop-up vaccination clinic so make sure to stop by in between classes so you can help
protect yourself and the Golden Eagle community! Not able to make it to the pop-up
clinic? Visit www.tntech.edu/healthservices to schedule an appointment!
Monday
August16
16
Tech Treasure Hunt
11:00AM—3:00PM (Various Locations - Follow @tntechstudentlife on Instagram)
Do you enjoy quests and treasure hunts? Join the Office of Student Activities on a
journey across campus to solve clues for a chance to win prizes! Do you have what
it takes to win?
Monday
August16
16
Postponed - Residential Life Cornhole Tournament
12:00PM—5:00PM (Main Quad)
You don't have to live on campus to join the Residential Life team and Residence Hall
Association (RHA) for some fun in the sun with food, music, and a cornhole competition!
This event is open to all students, including residential and commuter students.
Monday
August16
16
Gaga Ball & Foot Pool
5:00PM—8:00PM (Student Recreation & Fitness Center)
Join the campus recreation staff for a fun evening of Gaga Ball and Foot Pool! Test
your skills to see if you can be the winner of either of these fun and friendly games!
Gaga Ball is a more friendly version of dodgeball where you will use basic coordination
skills to keeps you moving, while Foot Pool is a fun mash-up of soccer and billiards!
Monday
August16
16
Intro to Group Fitness
5:00PM—8:00PM (Student Recreation & Fitness Center)
Have you been wanting to try TRX, spin, or yoga classes? This is a great opportunity
to try out some of Tech's group fitness classes! Check back soon for class schedule.
Tuesday, August 17
Tuesday
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!
Tuesday
August17
17
International Student Welcome Lunch
12:00PM (Chi Alpha - Across from Tucker Stadium)
New International Students are invited to attend a welcome lunch, sponsored by Chi Alpha Campus Ministry! At
this welcome lunch, you will have the opportunity to meet other new international
students as well as current domestic students by joining in food, fellowship, and
fun!
Tuesday
August17
17
University Convocation
2:45PM (Hooper Eblen Center)
University Convocation is the formal induction of the Class of 2025 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 2021 freshman
t-shirt received at SOAR. Masks will be required and provided upon arrival.
Tuesday
August17
17
Canceled - Class of 2025 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 2021 freshman t-shirt received at SOAR.
Tuesday
August17
17
Tech Volleyball Purple vs. Gold Scrimmage
6:00PM (Hooper Eblen Center)
Tennessee Tech volleyball fans are invited to catch their first look at the Golden
Eagles as they prepare for the upcoming season with their annual Purple vs. Gold Scrimmage.
Join us in the Hooper Eblen Center at 6 p.m., and make sure to bring your Eagle Card for entry!
Tuesday
August17
17
Freshman VIP Night
7:00PM—9:00PM (Roaden University Center, Ground Floor)
All freshmen are welcome to stop by the ground floor of the Roaden University Center
for some fun with the University Bookstore, Dining Services, Awesome Mail & Print,
and Pepsi! You can even pick up your textbooks for the fall to ensure you start the
semester off right!
Wednesday, August 18
Wednesday
August18
18
Multicultural Affairs Welcome
11:00AM—1:00PM (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.
Wednesday
August18
18
Freshmen Fall Classes Guided Tour with SOAs
1:00PM (Multipurpose Room, Roaden University Center, 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!
Wednesday
August18
18
Student Organization Mix & Mingle
4:00PM—7:00PM (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!
This event was rescheduled from Tuesday, August 17 to Wednesday, August 18 due to
potential inclement weather.
Wednesday
August18
18
Sand Volleyball
5:00PM—8:00PM (Intramural Fields)
Dip your toes in the sand! Head out to Tech's Intramural Fields and enjoy some friendly
competition playing sand volleyball. All students are welcome regardless of your pass,
set, spike skills.
Wednesday
August18
18
Hypnotism with Dr. Jim Wand
7:00PM & 9:00PM (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!
Thursday, August 19
Thursday
August19
19
Grab & Go Breakfast
8:00AM—10:00AM (Roaden University Center, 1st Floor, Lobby) - 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
August19
19
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
August19
19
Pop-Up COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic
10:00AM—2:00PM (Tech Pride Room, Roaden University Center, 1st Floor)
Still need to get your COVID-19 vaccine? Tech's Health Services is sponsoring this
pop-up vaccination clinic so make sure to stop by in between classes so you can help
protect yourself and the Golden Eagle community! Not able to make it to the pop-up
clinic? Visit www.tntech.edu/healthservices to schedule an appointment!
Thursday
August19
19
First Day of Class 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
August19
19
Career Spot Handshake Blitz
1:00PM—4:00PM (Center for Career Development, Roaden University Center, 3rd Floor Room 328)
Have you completed your Handshake profile yet? Handshake is Tech's one-stop for both
on and off-campus job and internship opportunities, so stop by the Center for Career
Development's Career Spot to complete your profile with one of our Career Ambassadors,
and be entered to win a grand prize (to be announced)!
Thursday
August19
19
Dr. Khoi Nguyn: Bringing Social Justice Histories to Life
4:00PM—5:30PM (Ray Morris Hall - STEM Center, Lobby)
Two major civil rights achievements, the first openly gay elected U.S. official and
the first Black U.S. president, are illuminated in a unique intersection of painting,
interactive technology, and oral history. Dr. Nguyen, a boat refugee from Vietnam,
chronicles his journey to answering the question, "Who laid the foundations for my
rights?"
Thursday
August19
19
Sharp Shooter Challenges
5:00PM—8:00PM (Student Recreation & Fitness Center)
Do you love basketball, soccer, or football? Come enjoy some friendly competition
with fellow Golden Eagles at the Student Recreation & Fitness Center's Sharp Shooter
Challenges!
Thursday
August19
19
Live on the Plaza featuring The Smoky Nights
6:00PM—8:00PM (Centennial Plaza)
Wind down after your first day of the fall semester with some live music on Centennial
Plaza! Live on the Plaza is an event series brought to you by the Student Government
Association (SGA) S.O.L.O. fund. Make sure to grab your friends and come enjoy some
free live energetic music performed by Cookeville's own, The Smoky Nights!
Thursday
August19
19
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! Limited lane availability.
Friday, August 20
Friday
August20
20
Career Spot Handshake Blitz
1:00PM—4:00PM (Center for Career Development, Roaden University Center, 3rd Floor, Room 328)
Have you completed your Handshake profile yet? Handshake is Tech's one-stop for both
on and off-campus job and internship opportunities, so stop by the Center for Career
Development's Career Spot to complete your profile with one of our Career Ambassadors,
and be entered to win a grand prize (to be announced)!
Friday
August20
20
Escape!
3:30PM—6:30PM (Student Recreation & Fitness Center) - VARIOUS TIMES BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
Do you have what it takes to make a great escape? Grab your friends and test your
skills at Tennessee Tech's very own Escape Room, located at the Marc L. Burnett Student
Recreation & FItness Center. Groups will be limited to sizes of 4-6, and groups should
plan to spend 45 minutes. Advance appointment/registration required. Please email glucas@tntech.edu or call (931) 372-6210 to make an appointment.
Friday
August20
20
Meet the Greeks
5:00PM—8:00PM (Main Quad)
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 19 fraternities and sororities. Come out
and Meet the Greeks!
Saturday, August 21
Saturday
August21
21
Water Sports at Meadow Creek Lake
10:00AM—2:00PM (Meadow Creek Lake - Monterey, TN)
If you enjoy water sports, such as kayaking, canoeing, and paddleboarding or want
to give them a try, join Tennessee Tech's Outdoor Programs for a fun day at Meadow
Creek Lake! All experience levels welcome! Transportation for this event is now full. To get on the waiting list, please contact
Josh Crowe at jcrowe@tntech.edu.
Saturday
August21
21
Residential Life Cornhole Tournament
12:00PM—5:00PM (Main Quad; Rain Location - Roaden University Center, Multipurpose Room, 2nd Floor)
You don't have to live on campus to join the Residential Life team and Residence Hall
Association (RHA) for some fun in the sun with food, music, and a cornhole competition!
This event is open to all students, including residential and commuter students.
Saturday
August21
21
Movie at Hooper Eblen Center - Double Feature
6:00PM (Hooper Eblen)
Enjoy an evening with your friends as you watch a newly released 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 event will be a
double feature of A Quiet Place, Part II (at 6pm) and Raya and the Last Dragon (at approximately 8pm)!
Sunday, August 22
Sunday
August22
22
International Student Ice Cream Social
3:00PM—5:00PM (The Backyard - Behind the Roaden University Center)
New International Students...You are invited to stop by The Backyard (behind the Roaden University Center) for
some ice cream and fun! If you are looking for a yummy and sweet afternoon treat and
an opportunity to meet other international students, make sure to attend this event!
