Tennessee Tech recognized again as one of the best national universities by U.S. News & World Report. The honor marks 11 years in a row that Tennessee Tech made the rankings. Tennessee Tech Public Relations Director Jonathan Frank said the rankings reflect how the university continues to set the bar higher. “I think a commitment to academic quality is at the heart of our mission here at Tennessee Tech. Frank said the commitment to excellence and setting the bar higher each year is transforming the footprint of Tennessee Tech.