Archives for February 2018

The Story Behind the Story: Washington Post reporter Arelis R. Hernandez

In this episode of The Story Behind the Story, Anna Holland interviews Arelis Hernandez, a Washington Post reporter out of Washington D.C. Arelis is the recipient of numerous awards for her past work in Orlando, Florida covering the Travon Martin case and race relations. Hernandez currently contributes on-the-ground reporting over the devastation in Puerto Rico […]

MCTV Newscast: 2-26

In this Monday edition of the MCTV Weekday Update, anchors Alyssa Riojas and Gabrielle Taite have the latest look at the news, information and events happening around campus.  First, the Red Raider Basketball Team put their #6 national ranking to the test this past Saturday against #8 Kansas.  MCTV’s Casey Buscher has a look back […]

MCTV Newscast: 2-22

In this Thursday edition of the MCTV Weekday Update, anchors Kayla Black and Amber Smith are in studio with the latest news, information and events happening around campus.  First, the recent school shooting in Parkland, Florida has many people thinking twice about school safety.  We’ll tell you where Texas Tech ranks among universities across the […]

MCTV Newscast: 2-19

In this Monday edition of the MCTV Weekday Update, anchors Will Jackson and Nydia Natividad have the latest news, information and events happening around campus.  First, a longtime Lubbock landmark is facing a vote that could determine it’s future.  Find out which building may be exiting the Hub City skyline.  Also, Tech students and their […]

The Story Behind the Story: Sarah Self-Walbrick

In this episode of The Story Behind the Story, Anna Holland is joined by Sarah Self-Walbrick, the business reporter for the Lubbock Avalanche Journal. Self-Walbrick covered the shooting of campus Police Officer Floyd East Jr. at the Texas Tech University Police Department in October of 2017. She contributed on-site reporting over the developing situation before […]

MCTV Newscast: 2-15

In this Thursday edition of the MCTV Weekday Update, anchors Anthony Rodriguez and Graciela Vasquez are in studio with the latest news, information and events happening around campus.  First, the choice to be a college student is not a cheap decision.  Find out how multiple groups came together to make sure students get their money’s […]

Adulting 101: Crock-Pots

In this episode of Adulting 101, Jacob explains how to use a Crock-Pot to cook food and save time. Part of being an adult is learning how to cook for yourself and Crock-Pots make it extremely easy to have a home cooked meal waiting for you after a long day of work or school. Unfortunately, […]

MCTV Newscast: 2-12

In this Monday edition of the MCTV Weekday Update, anchors Ashley Bell and Megan Zapalac are in studio with the latest news, information and events happening around campus.  First, after another successful weekend, the Texas Tech Red Raider Basketball Team is eyeing a spot in the NCAA tournament.  MCTV’s Casey Buscher has the details on […]

MCTV Newscast: 2-8

In this Thursday edition of the MCTV Weekday Update, anchors Uvie Bikomo and Kayla Black have the latest look at the news, information and events happening around campus.  First, the 2018 Winter Olympic games officially kick off tomorrow with the Opening Ceremony.  Find out Texas Tech’s connection to an Olympian on Team USA.  Also, it’s […]

The Truth Behind Homelessness

By: Steven Rodriguez Imagine waking up from eight hours of sleep on a soon-to-be lazy Sunday morning. The house temperature is set to 72 degrees, and you walk out of your room to watch the upcoming NFL games with your significant other making breakfast. Now imagine not having that. You wake up outside on the cold concrete during a freezing December day — having only an hour of sleep and nothing but a shopping cart […]