The 90th Tech homecoming looked a little different this year. Tech’s virtual and socially distanced homecoming week took place Nov. 9-13. In total Tech had 10 events and competitions. The winners for each competition and the overall winners were announced in an empty Tucker Stadium on Friday. The ceremony was […]
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Mass media sparks controversy in elections
After the presidential election, Americans have questioned the integrity of the media. Election controversy began by allegations of voter fraud followed by the media declaring a winner in certain states before all votes were counted. In America, the right to vote in a fair and free election is a basic […]
Operation Christmas Child
Operation Christmas Child began in 1993, with the mission to provide God’s love in a triangle way to children in need around the world, and together with the local church worldwide, to share the Good News of Jesus Christ. The event is founded by Samaritan’s Purse. Purse is a nondenominational […]
Things will get hairy for No-Shave November
No-Shave November is an annual trend in the United States. Despite being a popular hashtag and challenge online, many people have no idea where the trend originates from. No-Shave November is a month-long practice where the participant is not allowed to do any kind of shaving or grooming for the […]
Seth Speaks Volumes: NFL Star gives $1 million to Nashville School
Jalen Ramsey, a star cornerback in the National Football League, has donated 1 million dollars to Purpose Preparatory Academy in his hometown of Nashville, Tennessee. This helps shine a positive light during a negative year. Jalen Ramsey has been playing in the NFL since being picked in the 1st round […]
Center for career development offers help for the future
The Center for Career Development hosts weekly Career Workshops in the RUC Multipurpose room every Tuesday and Thursday during dead hour. Students can come to get their resume reviewed, learn how to set up their resume, do well in an interview or land that first-time position or internship. Analeigh Coats, […]
Live 2020 Presidential Election Coverage
ELECTORAL VOTES: TRUMP-214 BIDEN-253 Follow along for live coverage of the 2020 presidential election.
SOLO brings the Q&A to your screen
Through the rest of November, SOLO will be hosting four virtual Question and Answer events with famous cast members of Saturday Night Live and Netflix. Coordinator of Student Activities and Campus Life, Jerry Keeton, gives the inside scoop on how he got these well known comedians to speak to the […]
Ralph’s vs. Big O Donuts: a Donut Duel
Cookeville is known for its college town charm, full of local businesses. Two locally-owned donut shops call Cookeville home, and the question must be asked: which donut shop is better, Ralph’s or Big O Donuts? When asked this question, there is a clear divide among Tech students. Some are strong […]
Election draws to a close.
The 2020 presidential election has faced many challenges over the course of the campaign. From controversial topics to the coronavirus pandemic, candidates have been center stage as voters have critiqued how each would respond. At last week’s debate, Americans were able to take one final examination of the two candidates […]