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The Wheels On The Bus Go Meow Meow Meow

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Much akin to the greatest hit from Queen, "Another One Bites the Dust," I've added another passenger to the ranks of the formerly sparse public transportation partakers. I am now waiting for the bus with another person!

And another one on / And another one on / Another one rides the bus.

Tech addresses parking lot construction plan

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Parking at Tech is expected to grow by 550 spots by Fall 2011. These new spots will occupy land on the east side of campus in the area around Prescott Central Middle School.

The Tennessee Technological University Foundation- a non-profit corporation with the purpose of providing guidance and assistance for the program of private gift support for Tech-purchased PCMS, along with the 14 acres of surrounding land, for roughly $2.

Four seek Dean of Library and Learning Assistance position

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

The search is on for someone to fill the new position of Dean of Library and Learning Assistance.

The Dean of Library and Learning Assistance will oversee the running of the new learning commons, scheduled to be built on the first floor of the Angelo and Jennette Volpe Library.

Women's History Month activities coming to a close, two events left for Tech students

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Two opportunities remain for Tech students to explore Women's History month.

Two Center Stage productions are scheduled later this month. One event will spotlight a survivor of the brutal Rwandan genocide, who hid in a bathroom for 91 days with seven other women.

Counseling Center aims to shed light on binge drinking

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

As spring break approaches, the Counseling Center is doing their best to bring awareness to the misuse or abuse of alcohol.

Binge drinking is defined as the consumption of five or more alcoholic drinks in a row, on a single occasion.

"Somebody would tell us maybe 12 beers is not much, but we think it is," Cynthia Bryant, Counseling Center assistant director said.

75-year-old Tech student set to graduate

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

A 75-year-old student is set to graduate in May.

To Ronald Tiller of Vonore, Tenn., a degree is more than a ticket to good job; it is a vital piece that is missing from his life. He does not need a degree in order to get a well paying job, but here he is taking classes in order to walk across the stage in May.

Hometown news releases available to all Tech students

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Students on the dean's and graduates lists aren't the only ones eligible for news releases. With the upcoming season of award presentations and scholarship grants, many students could be featured in their hometown newspaper -- if the occasion is announced to the Office of Communications and Marketing.

College of Business to host Etiquette Dinner

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Depending the type of career path you choose, you may or may not have to do an interview over dinner with your potential future employer.

There may be those who are very well prepared for it, but some may need a little more guidance before going into this type of interview.

Last second shot trumps Peay, Tech takes on Morehead next

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

For the first time in four years, the Tennessee Tech men's basketball team will travel to Nashville for the semifinal round of the Ohio Valley Conference tournament.

On Tuesday, the No. 6 seeded Golden Eagles (15-16, 8-10 OVC) topped No. 3 Austin Peay (17-15, 11-7 OVC) in Clarksville in the opening round of the tournament by a score of 68-65.

Women fall in opening round of OVC tourney

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

The Tennessee Tech women's basketball team fell short to Austin Peay State University in Clarksville on Tuesday night by a score of 79-61.

The loss put an abrupt halt to the Ohio Valley Conference tournament dreams of the Golden Eagles (14-16, 8-10 OVC).

4th and Long

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Let me begin this week by saying that I like women's sports: basketball, soccer, softball, volleyball, etc. Sports are sports and, to me, they are all exciting-that is, within the sport.

With the recent retirement of Don Meyer, media outlets have been showing the list of all-time wins by NCAA coaches.

Jill Andrews & Those Darlins rocked the Backdoor Playhouse

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Those Darlins and Jill Andrews performed last night and brought down the Backdoor Playhouse. The two groups helped raise awareness for several great causes during the show. The concert was put on by Center Stage, WTTU 88.5 FM, The Tech Players and The Women's Center.

And, the winner is...

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

The 82nd Annual Academy Awards are this Sunday on ABC at 8 p.m. EST / 7 p.m. CST. The evening promises to be full of surprises including a few shocking winners. Here's a look at my predictions on who's going home with some extra gold.

Best Picture

The winner of this year's "Best Picture" will be The Hurt Locker.

Spin Dat Record: Beach House's "Teen Dream"

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

A spacecraft fashioned with bright, pulsating colored lights hurling through space in slow motion- this is what it feels like to listen to the newest dream pop masterpiece from Baltimore, Maryland's Beach House. Their third album, Teen Dream, is their most impressive release to date.

Four campus music groups play throughout semester for students

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Music has been a part of Tech since the institution was founded in 1915, but it wasn't until 1948 that an official music department was established. More than 60 years later students continue to enjoy a wide variety of entertainment. Tech is home to several ensembles including the Bryan Symphony Orchestra, The University Orchestra, TTU Concert Band, and TTU Symphony Band.

Jack Girard on display in Derryberry Gallery

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Even though the economy is suffering, so far the Education Department at Tech has not had to make any cutbacks.

"We will not know if we have to make any cutbacks until the state Legislators meet," said Larry Peach, dean of the College of Education.

Peach has a plan to keep the department functioning normal even if the state Legislators decide to cut funding.

Movie Talk: Cop Out

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Kevin Smith must be getting old. Clearly, he forgot he was making Cop Out and not another Jay and Silent Bob movie.

This comedy, if you can call it that, follows Jimmy Monroe (Bruce Willis) and Paul Hodges (Tracy Morgan) as they try to find a baseball card stolen from Monroe.

Don't waste your spring break getting wasted

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

I'll be honest. The only thing getting me through this past week was the reminder that spring break was only days away. I'm in need of a week of relaxation.

I'm sure most of you will be flocking to destinations so famous for spring break that MTV devotes a whole week to broadcasting from the beach.

Mechanical Phil makes silly holiday sillier

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Every year on the second of February, the famous Punxsutawney Phil pops out of the ground to predict the weather for the next six weeks. Coincidentally, Groundhog Day is exactly six weeks before the first day of spring.

Regardless of how pointless the holiday is, Groundhog Day is a national tradition that rednecks and elementary school children would really miss if it were to be corrupted by crazy vegan extremists.