By Kennedy Kilgore Among the wind-swept plains of West Texas, Lubbock stands as one of the three major country music hubs in Texas, according to iHeart statistics. At Texas Tech, a new generation of student musicians are contributing to the local scene, blending the region’s musical traditions with the vibrant energy of college life. Cela […]
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What to Know About the Health Effects of Dust Storms
April 18, 2024 by Leave a Comment
By Mackenzie Sams When Elijah Jones came to Lubbock, he didn’t realize just how difficult it might be to have a dust allergy in the area. Originally from San Antonio, Jones moved to Lubbock with a vague understanding that the change might cause complications for his health. What he wasn’t prepared for was the dust storms–strong winds […]
Hungry CoMC Students Wonder about Vacant Storefront in Basement
April 16, 2024 by Leave a Comment
By Isabeth Castillo Many students are curious about the empty Sam’s Express location in the basement of the College of Media & Communication building. Multiple academic buildings on campus have refreshment options. But the former Sam’s Express in CoMC closed after a few years of operation. The Rawls College of Business offers a Chick-Fil-A Express […]
Residence Halls Compete in Blood Drive Amid Shortage
April 15, 2024 by Leave a Comment
By Avery Mendoza Texas Tech dormitories last week engaged in a charitable battle royale for student blood. University Student Housing hosts the Battle of the Halls Blood Drive in collaboration with Vitalant Blood Bank, where students fight for bragging rights while saving lives. According to an article by Vitalant, blood donations have been at dangerously […]
Tech Librarian, Others Rebuke Book Ban Law
April 12, 2024 by Leave a Comment
By Akshita Srivastava The national conversation on book bans in public schools has landed in Lubbock, prompting local advocates to consider its implications for the future. Since the passage of Texas Senate House Bill 900 in June 2023, Lubbock has begun to see book vendors forced to accommodate removal requests and rate books based on […]
Dax Davis Band Gaining Attention from Distinct Musical Fusion
April 10, 2024 by Leave a Comment
By Hayden Browning Nestled in the heart of Wise County, a musical group known as the Dax Davis Band is stirring up excitement with its unique blend of country, rock, and western swing. This eclectic group has garnered attention not only locally but also beyond the county lines. The band’s journey traces back to humble […]
Photo Gallery: 4-8 Eclipse in Photos
April 9, 2024 by Leave a Comment
Celestial spectators were captivated by the age old dance of shadows and light. The total solar eclipse witnessed across the United States on Monday April 8th was a celestial sight for the ages. The next solar eclipse viewable from the contiguous U.S. won’t happen again until Aug. 23, 2044, according to NASA. Swipe through to […]
Tech Students Give Rugby a ‘Try’
April 5, 2024 by Leave a Comment
By Fernando Cruz The Texas Tech Men’s Rugby team has a rich history, but the COVID-19 pandemic nearly put an end to that. The on-campus student club sport is starting to revamp after being ripped apart by the pandemic. This year was a rebuilding year for the group. With many newcomers and few returners, it […]
Tech the Vote forum Brings Mayoral Candidates to Campus
April 5, 2024 by Leave a Comment
By Avery Mendoza As Lubbock’s mayoral campaign season is in full swing, Tech The Vote hosted a forum on Wednesday, April 3, for students and citizens to hear from five candidates at the Texas Tech Law School’s Lanier Auditorium. Candidates Adam Hernandez, Steve Massengale, Mark McBrayer, Antonio Renteria and Stephen Sanders answered questions from a […]
Texas Tech Talks: A Community for Recovery
March 30, 2024 by Leave a Comment
By Fernando Cruz Texas Tech Talks is a podcast made to highlight student groups on the Texas Tech campus. In this episode the Center for Students in Addiction Recovery, a community with a rich history that stays strong for each other, holds a meeting that celebrates recovering addicts and their battles.
