By Melanie Escalante / The Hub@TTU In 1959, a 9-year-old black boy living in segregated Lake City, South Carolina, was denied the opportunity to check out books. Standing firm in his desire, he refused to leave. Once the cops arrived, the librarian was instructed to allow him the opportunity to check out the books he […]
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Crafting the Centennial
February 17, 2023 by
By Melanie Escalante / The Hub@TTU Whether the victory bells ring across campus or not, you can often hear Techsans exchanging the traditional “Raider Power ” throughout the year as they carry on decades worth of tradition and honor. But with an abundance of traditions, such as this one, how does an ever-growing institution celebrate […]
Honoring Texas Tech’s Traditions and Celebrations: A Tribute to the Centennial
January 30, 2023 by
By Urvi Dalal / The Hub@TTU Texas Technological College opened for classes in 1925, but its birth dates to a 1923 decision of the Texas legislature to create a higher education institution in West Texas. Throughout the years, Texas Tech has celebrated many events and victories— from groundbreakings and parades to the Carol of Lights. […]
Abandoned pets roam Lubbock streets and fill local shelters to the brink
November 18, 2022 by
By Urvi Dalal, the Hub@TTU As the cold weather sets in, countless pets abandoned by their owners roam the streets of Lubbock, forcing local shelters and animal lovers to take in more than they can. Lubbock Animal Shelter & Adoption Center (LAS) currently has 397 animals in its care—two and a half times more than […]
Study Abroad Programs Allow First-Generations Students to Explore
November 14, 2022 by
By Melanie Escalante, The Hub@TTU Imagine a summer spent in the southern hemisphere: thick coats and ski goggles; endless mountains. Or a spring spent in the western hemisphere as rain falls on you outside of Buckingham Palace: meeting for tapas before visiting La Sagrada Familia; 500 miles away — the history of the Italian Renaissance. […]
Goin’ Band Through the Years: An Ode to the TTU Centennial
November 7, 2022 by
By Urvi Dalal, The Hub@TTU The Texas Tech Goin’ Band started in 1925 with only 21 members. As it grew through the years, in 1998 it won the Sudler Trophy for the best marching band in the nation. The band now has 400 members and will participate in the 2023 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. *The […]
Texas Tech hosts 2022 Family Weekend
October 31, 2022 by
By Urvi Dalal, The Hub@TTU Texas Tech Family Weekend kicked off this past, honoring a tradition of showing students and their families what the university is all about since 1936. Hosted by the Texas Tech Parent’s Association (TTPA), a nonprofit, the event ran from Friday, Oct. 28, to Sunday, Oct. 30, starting with a […]
What To Know About Student Loan Forgiveness
October 20, 2022 by
By Melanie Escalante The cancellation of federal student loans up to $10,000 and Pell Grants up to $20,000 has set abuzz the phones and emails of financial aid officers across the country. So, what are the questions Texas Tech students ask most often? Many students have been asking whether their loans would be forgiven if […]
The Masked Rider Through the Years: A Tribute to Texas Tech’s Centennial Celebration
October 17, 2022 by
By Urvi Dalal, The Hub@TTU Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is celebrating its Centennial from Dec. 2, 2022, to Dec. 1, 2023. In honor of its many traditions, the photo essay below depicts The Masked Rider through the years. One of the oldest and most popular mascots, The Texas Tech Masked Rider started as […]
Voter Registration Deadline Looms
October 10, 2022 by
By: Urvi Dalal As Election Day draws near, time is running out to register to vote. The 2022 General and Special Elections will take place Tuesday, Nov. 8., but the deadline to register to vote is this Tuesday, Oct. 11. Texas Tech Student Body President Austin Phillips encouraged all Red Raiders to register and vote. […]
