MT Engage Week 2024

Career Fair Ready! Workshop

Presented by Career Development Center, Communication Studies

Wednesday, September 18
12:40-2:05 pm
KUC 324

Get ready for the Big Career Fair! Prep your elevator pitch, have your resume reviewed, and get a professional headshot taken after visiting the Career Closet. Learn more at Handshake.

Get a CLUE! Scavenger Hunt

Presented by College of Behavioral and Health Sciences, CBHS Advising

Monday, September 23-Friday, September 27

Get a CLUE! Connect, Learn, Utilize, Engage!  Join this smartphone-based scavenger hunt to learn about academic resources, make connections on campus, and have a lot of fun!  You will complete tasks for points and earn cool prizes! 

Register to play: https://w1.mtsu.edu/cbhsadv/clue/index.php

FAQs page: https://www.mtsu.edu/cbhsadv/clue/FAQs.php

So You Want to Go to Professional School?

Presented by College of Basic and Applied Sciences, Pre-Professional Advising

Monday, September 23
12-1 pm
Davis Science Building Room 202

Get a jump start on planning your next steps! Learn how to best prepare for application to a health-related professional school (medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, etc). We will cover general prerequisite courses, best practices for maintaining a high GPA, and other items such as shadowing, volunteering, preparing for letters of recommendation, and more. 

EngageFest

Presented by College of Media and Entertainment, Recording Industry Department

Tuesday, September 24
10 am-3 pm

Outside BRAGG Media and Entertainment Building

Our mini-music festival will feature live music from over a dozen artists in several of our Recording Industry Department student organizations! The host organization (Omega Delta Psi) will also collect food items for MT’s Food Pantry during the event.

Artful Wellness: Transforming Mental Health through the Arts

Presented by College of Liberal Arts

Tuesday, September 24
11 am-2 pm
Innovation Corridor

The College of Liberal Arts will give students additional mental health support by hosting community resources in art therapy, music therapy, drama therapy and expressive writing therapy to show students ways they can incorporate these arts practices into their personal lives. Art, music, drama, and expressive writing therapy helps students explore their emotions and understand the conflicts that are causing their distress. If students have no way to sort out painful experiences and emotions, they suppress them, making them worse. This will be an outside tabling event with each table providing interactive opportunities for students and takeaways you can use to continue these practices on your own (journals, art supplies, etc.). 

Basic Sciences Career Fair

Presented by College of Basic and Applied Sciences

Tuesday, September 24
1-3 pm
Science Building Atrium

The Career Fair will introduce Chemistry, Biology, Physics & Astronomy and Pre-Professional students to potential employers, as well as to further educational opportunities.

Engage IRL – A Nostalgic Field Day

Presented by Campus Rec, Health Services, Housing, CHHS, Dining Services

Tuesday, September 24
1-4 p.m.
Rec Center Front Lawn

Come create a core memory with us! Come enjoy free popsicles, activities, games, and music in the front yard of the Health, Wellness, & Recreation Center. We will have a DJ, yard games, throwback Field Day games, and art & crafts. Log off for a bit and come play!

Bullying Prevention Through Kindness

A Workshop on Strategies for Future Professionals Preparing to Work with Children and Adolescents

Presented by College of Education, Elementary and Special Education 

Tuesday, September 24
4:30-6 pm
LRC Room 101

This event will focus on how kindness can be used to help prevent bullying in children and adolescents as participants will be led through a workshop that introduces strategies and resources to help prevent bullying. In addition to learning about the Kindly app, each participant will receive a collection of free resources from the Children’s Kindness Network to help promote kindness as an antidote to bullying. These free resources will include a beautiful cuddly hand puppet (Moozie the Cow), who is the mascot for the Children’s Kindness Network. They will also receive a copy of a children’s book that promotes kindness, including a simple reader’s guide, and a copy of short preschool lesson plan created by educational experts. Refreshments will be served at the event.

Marketing in a Diverse World

Presented by Jones College of Business, Marketing Department

Wednesday, September 25
11 am-12 pm
BAS Suntrust Room S326

With information from around the world becoming more readily accessible, it is important for students to understand the global marketplace. This event will teach students about cultural differences from around the world (e.g., gestures, colors, language translations, traditions). In addition, students will learn how these cultural differences impact marketing. As part of this event, students will be given the opportunity to try a variety of name brand food-based products from each continent (e.g., Asia, Africa, Europe, South America, Australia). Students will also engage in hands-on activities to recognize the vast amount of consumer goods they possess that are produced internationally. In order to encourage student participation, international foods, and other prizes will be provided.  

Makerspace Open House

Presented by Walker Library

Wednesday, September 25
5-7 p.m.
Walker Library Makerspace, 2nd floor

Have you ever wanted to learn more about our Makerspace? We’re happy to bring back one of our favorite events with the Makerspace Open House, brought to you in partnership with MT Engage. Join us on Wednesday evening from 5 – 7 p.m. as we feature demos from our 3D printers, podcasting studio, flight simulator, virtual reality, and so much more. Our hands-on activities will include our Sphero Robot obstacle course again and this year we will introduce our build a Rube Goldberg machine station. In addition to all of this, our staff will be on hand to answer questions about how to get started and the best ways to utilize the equipment. We hope to see you there!

The Walker Library Makerspace is an active learning environment for students, faculty, and staff to use technology to participate in experiential project-based learning. The value of the Makerspace experience is in innovation and access — the creation of new solutions to problems using technology that is accessible to all, despite academic discipline or focus.

Hands on Workshop: Cemetery Preservation

Presented by MTSU Center for Historic Preservation

Friday, September 27
9 am-noon
Old City Cemetery, Murfreesboro

This hands-on workshop will teach MTSU students techniques and best practices for cemetery preservation, including what you can and cannot do in cemeteries and how best to clean tombstones. It is modeled on the Center for Historic Preservation’s popular community-focused cemetery workshops, which are largely aimed at amateur preservationists and graduate students. Participants will spend the first hour of the workshop  at the Heritage Center of Murfreesboro and Rutherford County, where you will learn best practices and other pertinent information to prepare for the hands-on portion to follow. The rest of the workshop (10 AM-12 PM) will take place at the Old City Cemetery where  you will use professional tombstone cleaning supplies (provided by the Center for Historic Preservation and MT Engage) to properly clean the historic tombstones. Upon completion of the workshop, students will receive a special cemetery preservation button to mark your training in cemetery preservation.

Nerd Night!

Presented by MTeach

Friday, September 20
3-6 pm
SCI 1017

Get ready for an epic evening of creativity and fun at Nerd Night! Join us for an awesome opportunity to channel your inner artist and embrace your nerdy side. Here’s what’s in store: Shrink Dinks Extravaganza: Dive into the world of shrinky dinks! Customize and create your very own miniature masterpieces—perfect for keychains, charms, or just to show off your unique style; and Snack Attack: Enjoy a selection of tasty snacks and drinks while you craft and mingle. Fuel up on delicious treats and share your nerdy passions with fellow students. Whether you’re a seasoned shrinky dink artist or just looking to have a great time with friends, Nerd Night is the place to be. Don’t miss out on this chance to geek out and have a blast!

The Banned Books Campus Tour

Presented by James E. Walker Library

Monday, September 23-Friday, September 27 – one stop daily

Times will vary

Locations will vary daily

The Banned Books Campus Tour will take the James E. Walker Library beyond the physical walls of the building to engage students across campus in conversations about free expression and censorship while providing them with access to a variety of relevant resources that have been selected by fellow students. Students will have the ability to access resources, engage with displays/events/programming, collaborate, create/make, and share ideas. This event will also highlight the endless possibilities that can be found in a modern academic library and help them understand it has the power to transform their learning journey at MTSU.

The Pitch!

Presented by Jones College of Business, Center for Professional Selling

Tuesday, September 24
8 am-4:30 pm by appointment

MTSU’s premier elevator pitch competition! Each student will have five minutes to give their 30 to 90-second elevator pitch with feedback from our judges. Each participant will receive a T-shirt and the top three cash prizes. $300 for 1st, $200 for 2nd, and $100 for 3rd.

For English, register here: Jones College of Business – IGNITE: The Pitch by Jackson: an elevator pitch competition. (signupgenius.com)

For Spanish, register here: Jones College of Business – IGNITE: The Pitch (Spanish) by Jackson: An elevator pitch competition (signupgenius.com)

College of Education Fair

Presented by The College of Education

Tuesday, September 24
11 am-1 pm

College of Education Building – 1st floor lobby

This event will showcase all that the COE has to offer, from programs and student engagement opportunities to work and meeting spaces. During the fair, students will have the opportunity to engage in activities as well as to learn more about the various COE programs and services. Throughout the fair, students will be invited to explore the various community spaces available to them, such as the HUB, various study spaces, and the 2nd floor service counter. Students will have access to additional information about pathways to educator licensure and career opportunities available with COE majors and minors. We will provide pizza, popcorn, and snacks!

Adapted Techniques in Trauma Informed Care

Presented by College of Liberal Arts, School of Music

Tuesday, September 24
11:20 am-12:45 pm
Saunders Fine Arts Building

Join us for an interactive lecture led by Dr. Daniel Shineberg, MT-BC, about the use of adapted techniques in trauma informed care. Learn about adapted techniques that demonstrate the importance of language, proximity, lighting, and sensory modalities and their practical uses in secondary and higher education. Get an introduction to Expressive Arts Therapy (specifically music) and how to apply these techniques regardless of scope of practice. 

Earning Experience – Applying Liberal Arts Skills in Internships

Presented by College of Liberal Arts

Tuesday, September 24
2-3:30 pm
Andrew L. Todd Hall Room 204

Speak with liberal arts students who have participated in internships and learn about how liberal arts skills are applied. Hear from the Career Development Center about how they may assist you during the internship search process. Mix and mingle with other attendees to expand your network. 

Service As Action: Growing a Community Through Meaningful Engagement

Presented by Charlie and Hazel Daniels Veterans and Military Center

Wednesday, September 25
11 am-4:30 pm
KUC 314

The Charlie and Hazel Daniels Veterans and Military Family Center invite you to meet organizations and businesses that have a record of assisting US Service Members and their families who want to share resources on how anyone can get involved to help grow a community utilizing the ideals of military service (Honor, Loyalty, Integrity, Selfless Service, etc.). Opportunities for both direct and indirect service will be presented as just a few examples of how everyone possesses the potential to have a positive impact on the world. We invite all students to swing by between classes for information, swag, and camaraderie … also free food and beverages.

Let Freedom Read: A Banned Books Week Event

Presented by College of Education, Elementary and Special Education and The Fairness, Justice, and Equity Center

Wednesday, September 25
4:30-6 p.m.
COE Room 160

This event will include selected readings from banned books along with discussion protocols empowering attendees to think critically about the books being banned and why. During the event, leaders will use resources provided by National Banned Books week and ALA (https://bannedbooksweek.org/resources/handbook/) such as, trivia games, videos, and hand outs. This event will include tools and resources for educators, parents, and advocates to engage in discussion about censorship and its impact. Door prizes and bookmarks will be provided. All attendees will walk away with at least two banned books.

Research & Wellness

Presented by Undergraduate Research Center

Thursday, September 26
12:30-3:30 pm
Student Union Room 220

The Undergraduate Research Center, in collaboration with Kira Whitaker, a certified health and wellness coach, will talk with students about the importance of taking time tocombat the stresses of college life.  Activities will include mindfulness techniques/ways to de-stress, a mini yoga session, designing a relaxing playlist to use while studying, sharing campus resources for health & wellness, and students will create a “salad in a jar ” takeaway for a healthy meal.  Register today!

MTOP Boating, Hiking and Yoga

Presented by Campus Recreation

Saturday, September 28
1-5 pm
Long Hunter State Park

Come join MTOP for a FREE Lake Day! Get outside, enjoy nature, and have fun. We will have all the equipment you need to enjoy a day on the water, this includes kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, and fishing equipment! There will also be raffle prizes including free stickers, shirts, MTOP trips, and gear rentals. Limited transportation will be available as well, so be sure to register in advance for more information. Learn more and register here!

Supermajority: How Democracy is Being Challenged in our Own Backyard

Presented by University Honors College, Department of Media and Arts and the Department of Political and Global Affairs

Monday, September 30
3 pm
COE 160

Join us for WPLN-FM’s producer Meribah Knight’s lecture about her new NPR podcast Supermajority which follows three conservative, Republican women, mothers of the Covenant School survivors, as they take on Tennessee’s Republican-led legislature.