In this episode of Adulting 101, Jason gives you 10 steps to make your apartment hunting as successful and safe as possible. Understanding these quick tips can save you from a bad situation and give you a good experience when finding your first apartment away from home. Thank you for watching and happy hunting! Music: […]
About Joseph Marcades
Joseph is the Graduate Managing Director for The Hub@TTU. He has a bachelor's degree in journalism from Texas Tech University and is currently pursuing his master's in mass communication. Has been with The Hub@TTU for one year. He loves his wife, football, golf, movies, Texas, and telling good stories.
Adulting 101: Budgeting
March 12, 2018 by
In this episode of Adulting 101, Jacob sits down with some personal finance experts to discuss ways people can be better with their money. Part of being an adult is being responsible with your money and understanding where it goes each month. From phone applications to hand written budgets, there are so many ways to […]
Adulting 101: Email Etiquette
March 12, 2018 by
In this episode of Adulting 101, Jacob sits down with Phil Terrigno — the COMC’s director of multimedia writing and faculty advisor for The Hub@TTU — for some advice on email etiquette. As you move into the professional world, it is important to remember that email is professional communication. Keeping it short and polite are […]
Adulting 101: How to Recycle
January 1, 2018 by
In this episode of Adulting 101, Austin and Christian talk about the importance of recycling and how you can make an impact right here at Texas Tech University. Like Austin says, while the US accounts for only five percent of the world’s population, it creates more waste than any other country in the world. If […]
Know the Law: Texting and Driving
September 5, 2017 by
With the Sept. 1 signing of Texas House Bill 62, texting and driving is now against the law statewide. According to HB 62, it is now illegal for Texans to read, write or send any electronic message from a wireless device while driving. However, this does not include when the car is stopped. As for […]
Student Loan Debt: Paying it Back
May 11, 2017 by
For those graduating, the celebration is well-deserved. But with the celebration comes the daunting task of paying the price tag associated with a college education. Student loan debt is one of the biggest issues facing our country today and according to Student Loan Hero, total student loan debt now outpaces total credit card debt in the […]
Marriage and Divorce from a Millennial Point of View
April 28, 2017 by
Whether it is a discovered note of betrayal, a heated confrontation, or a drink from a bottle, three stories paint a picture of marriage and divorce among a new generation. Growing up with divorced parents has shaped these millennials into who they are today and contributed to the way they make life-long commitments. According to […]
Food on Campus: What’s the Story?
April 14, 2017 by
For students on Texas Tech University’s campus, food is a big deal. From salad to home style cooking, there are tons of options. But, few people are truly aware of how these food options come to campus and why there are not certain types of food options that students often ask for. Alan Cushman, manager […]
Tuning into Tech Sports Media
March 26, 2017 by
For fans of sports, there are countless places to go for sports coverage, news and commentary. But, often times, people do not realize how many outlets on campus fill this need. From the latest topics in the mainstream sports media to the lesser known sports organizations on campus, these outlets bring it all. Here are […]
Dealing with Loss at Texas Tech
March 20, 2017 by
Members of the Texas Tech club rugby team gathered in a meeting room of the recreation building on Texas Tech University’s campus. Usually, they would be out on the rugby field warming up for practice. It was unknown to the players as most of them trickled in, but a teammate and friend was missing from the group. […]
