UBUS 1020

WHAT IS UBUS?

UBUS is an introductory course for new freshman to aid with getting acquainted to Tennessee Tech, the College of Business, and the city of Cookeville. In this class, students will recognize and build their strengths, create their first college resume, and learn the best ways to get involved. Each section is equipped with an instructor as well as a peer mentor to create the best environment for cultivating involvement. The goal of this course is to create a firm foundation for students to continue to build upon as they progress through their collegiate careers.

 

Meet the Mentors

The success of UBUS would not be possible without the willingness and hard work of the many peer mentors. A peer mentor’s role is to assist in all aspects of the course, particularly in ensuring students get involved on campus. Below are the peer mentors for the 2024 school year.

 

   CliftonStrengths

In order to identify a student’s top strengths, the UBUS course utilizes CliftonStrengths created by Gallup. This application allows students to take a brief test after which will reveal their top 5 strengths. The combination of these 5 strengths is unique in each and every person and gives each student a visual of their natural abilities and what they should focus on perfecting as they continue through their schooling.

 

 

 

UBUS Testimonies

How has UBUS impacted students? Hear a little bit about what people have said about the program.

UBUS 1020 helped me develop effective student skills and connected me with events and programs in the College of Business. My professor and peer mentor supported me in my early academic journey and set me up for future success.

- Emma Fontenot

 

My experience in UBUS helped me learn more about the College of Business. It connected me to the resources that the college offers and taught me how to be a successful student.

- Keegan Lamb

 

In UBUS, I was introduced to the College of Business and all of the many opportunities within the college. This course made me feel more confident in myself, my college experience, and my future. 

- Aidan Spires