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 […]
Experts warn students, community of Fentanyl dangers
November 7, 2023 by
By Urvi Dalal As death tolls due to illegally manufactured fentanyl have rapidly multiplied in the last decade, Gov. Greg Abbott signed a bill to counter the growing crisis in Texas. Fentanyl deaths are now classified as poisonings, and fentanyl-related deaths can be tried as murder, according to a new law that took effect in […]
Lubbock clinic using psychedelic therapy to treat mental illness
October 6, 2023 by
By Giselle Mendoza Legal psychedelics are here, but perhaps not how one might expect. Picture a small room. Dim lighting gives it a cozy sanctuary vibe. All one has to do is sit back, relax, and indulge in the feeling of a warm hug. Ben McCauley was only 16 years old when his father got […]
Tips on How to Empower Your Semester
September 1, 2023 by
By Venus Bayat The start of the fall semester is a novel chapter for both newcomers and returning students, presenting a chance to make a harmonious balance between educational pathway and personal life. This guide offers practical tips and tricks that offer students adaptable strategies to transition gracefully into the fall 2023 semester while prioritizing […]
Eating disorders erode collegiate athletes’ minds, bodies
May 1, 2023 by
By Natalee Gomez Eating disorders prevalence is 2.8 percentage points higher among self-identified athletes than non-athletes according to data published by the National Eating Disorders Association. With constant monitoring of their bodies, athletes are prepped to be the most efficient contenders in their sports. This, however, can lead to nutrition practices detrimental to their well-being. […]
Mifepristone to remain on market until further notice
April 24, 2023 by
By Melanie Escalante On April 21, the Supreme Court announced mifepristone will remain on the market without the restrictions requested by the lower court. However, the lawsuit remains ongoing as arguments will be heard in a Fifth Circuit New Orleans court in May. This decision came a week after the Supreme Court placed a hold […]
Texas Tech staff supports students coping with seasonal depression
January 28, 2023 by
By Melanie Escalante / The Hub@TTU As the sun continues to set early and winter weather is fully upon us, the human body can experience changes simultaneously with the seasons. Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) — more commonly known as “seasonal depression” — is a form of mild depression that occurs when exposure to daylight is […]
Students and Faculty speak on Texas Tech Covid-19 Guidelines
October 11, 2021 by
Texas Tech’s in-person classes may be back in full swing this semester but with an updated set of COVID-19 policies and procedures. One of those changes was no longer mandating masks for students on campus. These changes were announced by the Office of the Provost on Aug. 13. While masks are no longer mandated in […]
The HIV crisis in the Latinx community
June 15, 2021 by
By Kaylee Estrada For more than a year, COVID-19 has been on everyone’s mind; however, people may not know of another health battle that has been playing out at the Texas-Mexico border that has cost many young men their lives. HIV rates have seen a downward trend in various demographic groups; however, rates of HIV […]
COVID-19 causes concern for domestic violence in Lubbock
June 11, 2021 by
By Kristin Rodin Families and experts are concerned about the ongoing challenges COVID-19 has created for domestic violence resources in Lubbock in 2021. In November 2020, 19-year-old Haven Trevino was shot and killed at Orlando’s – located at 6951 Indiana Ave. – after ending her relationship with Isaiah Mesa. Court records show Mesa had previously […]
