Week of Welcome
Thursday, August 22
Thursday
August22
22
Great Move-In Day
10:00AM-10:00PM (Residence Halls & Tech Village)
It’s time to move into your residence hall! Move-in times are between 10:00am-10:00pm,
and there will be plenty of current Tech students to help you move in and get settled
in your new room. Welcome home, Golden Eagles!
Thursday
August22
22
Freshmen VIP Night
7:00PM—9:00PM (University Bookstore, Roaden University Center, Ground Floor)
All freshmen are welcome to stop by the University Bookstore (ground floor of the
Roaden University Center) to pick up their textbooks for the fall! Start the semester
off right and make sure you have all the supplies and textbooks you need!
Thursday
August22
22
Parents! Meet the Greeks
6:00PM (Tech Pride Room, Roaden University Center, 1st Floor)
Are you interested in joining one of the many sororities or fraternities here on campus?
This event will give your parents the opportunity to come meet and mingle with representatives
of the Fraternity & Sorority Life community and ask questions about what being Greek
at Tech is all about!
Friday, August 23
Friday
August23
23
Intercultural Affairs Welcome
12:00PM (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 Intercultural Affairs Welcome
to learn how the Intercultural 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.
Friday
August23
23
Freshmen! Meet Your Peer Mentor
2:00PM (Various Locations)
The Class of 2023 will meet their peer mentors before heading to University Convocation.
Freshmen, check your Tech email before the event for more information from your peer
mentor!
Friday
August23
23
University Convocation
2:45PM (Hooper Eblen Center)
University Convocation is the formal induction of the Class of 2023 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 “2019 Week
of Welcome” t-shirt received at SOAR.
Friday
August23
23
Class of 2023 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. Freshman students must wear the purple “2019 Week of Welcome” t-shirt received at
SOAR.
Friday
August23
23
Student Organization Mix & Mingle
5:00PM (N. Dixie Ave. & Centennial Plaza)
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!
Friday
August23
23
Dancin' on Dixie
6:00PM (N. Dixie Ave.)
After you’ve had the opportunity to visit with various student organizations, stick
around for free dinner and music on Dixie Ave! We will have a DJ for your entertainment,
so come hang out and have a good time with your new friends!
Friday
August23
23
Purple & Gold Volleyball Scrimmage
6:00PM (Hooper Eblen Center)
Come cheer on the women's Golden Eagle volleyball team as they play in their Purple
vs. Gold scrimmage match! All students get in for FREE with their Eagle Card (student
ID)!
Saturday, August 24
Saturday
August24
24
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
August24
24
Movie on the Quad
7:00PM (Main Quad)
Enjoy an evening with your friends as you watch a newly released movie (not yet available
for home viewing) 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 Avengers: Endgame!
Sunday, August 25
Sunday
August25
25
Freshmen Fall Classes Guided Tour with SOAs
1:00PM (Tech Pride Room, Roaden University Center, 1st Floor)
Don’t be lost and confused on the first day of class! 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!
Sunday
August25
25
Cornhole & Spikeball Tournament
3:00PM (Main Quad)
Join Residential Life and the Residence Hall Association (RHA) for some fun in the
sun with tournaments in Cornhole and Spikeball! Bring a friend and team up to battle
against others to win big prizes! Free snacks, drinks and music will be provided,
and this event is for both residential and commuter students alike.
Sunday
August25
25
Trivia Night
6:00PM (Multipurpose Room, Roaden University Center, 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!
Monday, August 26
Monday
August26
26
SOA Information Tent - Canceled
8:00AM—3:00PM (Centennial Plaza)
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!
Monday
August26
26
T-Shirt Trade-In Day
11:00AM—1:00PM (Roaden University Center Lobby, 1st Floor) - WHILE SUPPLIES LAST!
Add a little more purple and gold to your closet! Bring an old t-shirt from high school
or another college to trade-in for a Tech t-shirt to showcase your Tech pride! This
event is sponsored by the Office of Communications & Marketing. #WingsUp
Monday
August26
26
Explore the Fit
5:00PM—9:00PM (Recreation & Fitness Center)
Interested in experiencing a little taste of what the Recreation & FItness Center
has to offer? Stop by Explore the Fit where you'll get to learn more about Intramurals
and experience brief intervals of various program offerings for yourself. You'll also
be able to enjoy popcorn, nachos and snow cones, along with some great door prizes
and giveaways!
Monday
August26
26
Hypnotism with Dr. Jim Wand
8:00PM (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 27
Tuesday
August27
27
Student Involvement & Leadership Center Open House
9:00AM—4:00PM (Roaden University Center, 2nd Floor, Room 208)
The Student Involvement & Leadership Center is your one-stop-shop for involvement
on campus! Come learn about the programs offered through the Center, including Fraternity
& Sorority Life, Student Government Association (SGA), Student Engagement and more!
You'll also get to meet the staff and some current student leaders on campus.
Tuesday
August27
27
Connect with Cookeville
11:00AM—1:00PM (Centennial Plaza)
Interested in learning what’s around the Cookeville area and what businesses provide
student discounts? Many of Cookeville’s local business will be available on Centennial
Plaza to show the services and items they provide. Stop by to find out more!
Tuesday
August27
27
The Handshake Challenge
1:00PM—4:30PM (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 new Career Spot to complete your profile with one of our Career Ambassadors,
and you could be a lucky winner of some great swag items!
Tuesday
August27
27
Explore the Fit
5:00PM—9:00PM (Recreation & Fitness Center)
Interested in experiencing a little taste of what the Recreation & FItness Center
has to offer? Stop by Explore the Fit where you'll get to learn more about Intramurals
and experience brief intervals of various program offerings for yourself. You'll also
be able to enjoy popcorn, nachos and snow cones, along with some great door prizes
and giveaways!
Tuesday
August27
27
Cosmic Bowling
6:00PM—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). Don’t forget your Eagle Card! Games begin
at 7:00pm! *Must have Eagle Card to be admitted! Event sponsored by TN Tech Army ROTC.
Thursday, August 29
Thursday
August29
29
Purple Pride Party
11:00AM (Centennial Plaza)
Come get hyped for Saturday's first home football game with the Tech Spirit Squads!
There will be music, fun, games and maybe even some giveaways. Make sure to wear your
best purple and gold to help cheer on your Golden Eagles!
Thursday
August29
29
Explore the Fit
5:00PM—9:00PM (Recreation & Fitness Center)
Interested in experiencing a little taste of what the Recreation & FItness Center
has to offer? Stop by Explore the Fit where you'll get to learn more about Intramurals
and experience brief intervals of various program offerings for yourself. You'll also
be able to enjoy popcorn, nachos and snow cones, along with some great door prizes
and giveaways!
