A group of 10 Tech nursing students broadened their horizons this summer working with patients in Havana, Cuba. For many of the students, the trip represented the first experience in another country. For Dr. Melissa Geist, professor of nursing, it was her ninth trip to Cuba. While in […]
Month: September 2019
Additional online class fees explained
Despite increased fees, taking online courses at Tech is still cheaper than taking the same courses through a similar statewide program Tech officials said. This semester, a 40% fee for online courses became the topic of discussion among many students who were unaware of the fee. “The difference […]
New app allows citizens to aid police
Cookeville Police Department is now turning to technology to help with the reporting and awareness of crime throughout the city and the Tech’s campus. “Neighbors by Ring” is an app that allows users to report crimes in their neighborhood and to upload photo and video evidence to warn the […]
Student on the Street: Fraternity hazing verdict
Do you agree or disagree with the finding that the situation did not constitute hazing, and why or why not?
FIJI investigation concludes no hazing
An official investigation concluded Phi Gamma Delta did not engage in hazing in a video and will not be officially disciplined for what they characterize as a “juvenile prank,” a fraternity official said. Members of Phi Gamma Delta, also known as FIJI, will be required to complete educational sanctions […]
Study abroad fair brings opportunity to students
Officials conducted a Study Abroad Fair on Tuesday in the Tech Pride Conference Room to get students involved in a variety of programs Students can find a program that fits within their degree plan while choosing a place that inspires them to study, explore and meet new people. […]
Fraternity under investigation for alleged hazing incident
Phi Gamma Delta is under investigation for a possible hazing incident depicted in a video, a spokesperson from the fraternity’s national headquarters said Monday. In a 20-second Snapchat video obtained by The Oracle, a man is shown with his hands tied behind his back, his head covered and his ankles […]
Running to the finish line
Golden Eagles Class of 2023 ran past the golden eagle statue to the end zone during the Running of the Freshman before the Tech vs. Virginia-Wise football game on Saturday. Running of the freshman has been a tradition for seven years. Athletic Director Mark Wilson said promotion and intricate detail […]
History Club Book Sale
TTU History Club raised $1,000 last week at a book sale normally held by Phi Alpha Theta, said Jenny Huffman, TTU History Club President. “Phi Alpha Theta, the National History Honors Society, hasn’t had a chance to run the sale in two or three years. They gave us a […]
Tech student arrested for child pornography
Cookeville police arrested a Tech student on charges of possession of child pornography on Sept. 5. According to a press release, the Cookeville Police Department’s Internet Crimes Against Children, issued a warrant for an investigation regarding sexual exploitation of a minor for the residence of Tatsushi Shibata. Shibata, 24, is […]
