By Melanie Escalante Ricardo Cortez came to Texas Tech to pursue a biology major and graduated in 2017 with a bachelor’s degree in electronic media, two weeks before moving to New York to start his career in media production. Cortez, from San Antonio, Texas, said he met a lot of great people at Texas Tech […]
Meet Zackary Brames, 2022 JCMI Fest Judge
April 27, 2022 by
In search of a school with rich traditions and school spirit, Zackary Brames, Austin, Texas native, and Tech alum found inspiration and the career of his dreams after transferring from UTSA to Tech in 2013. Brames, a graduate of the College of Media and Communication, said it was at a Texas Tech football game that […]
Meet Liliana Huantes, 2022 JCMI Fest judge
April 26, 2022 by
By Melanie Escalante Liliana Huantes remembers sitting down with her family to watch home videos as a child and being mesmerized by the camera and what it created. The Texas Tech alum from San Antonio, Texas who graduated with a bachelor’s degree in creative media industries in May 2021, said when she would go to […]
Tech to Town hosts their first in person event since 2019
April 25, 2022 by
By Melanie Escalante Tech to Town is a large day of service where the Texas Tech community has the opportunity to go into the Lubbock community and give back by volunteering with various agencies and groups around Lubbock county. Loni Crosby, administrator for student union activities, said students, faculty and staff participating in the event […]
TTU Presidential Lecture & Performance Series welcomes music group “Ranky Tanky”
April 22, 2022 by
On April 28, the Texas Tech Office of the President will host Grammy winners Ranky Tanky, as their final act to wrap up this semester’s Presidential Lecture & Performance Series. The series celebrates 15 years of providing the local community with educational and entertaining performances by distinguished speakers, authors, musicians, and dance companies. Notable performances […]
Texas Tech raises sexual assault awareness
April 21, 2022 by
By Melanie Escalante Photo by Melanie Escalante Sexual assault awareness month emphasizes the need for students to be aware of preventative actions and supportive resources on campus. The Risk Intervention and Safety Education program and the Title IX office on campus are available to every Texas Tech student whether they’re in need of preventive support […]
Texas Tech student reclaims his life
March 24, 2022 by
The addiction recovery process is difficult enough without the challenges of finding work with a record of past conviction. Treatment centers and programs for individuals with substance use disorders now give someone in recovery the chance to reclaim their life. Addiction recovery is “a process of change through which individuals improve their health and wellness, […]
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 Growth, Success, and Future Plans of Texas Tech eSports
August 17, 2021 by
Texas Tech eSports continues to cultivate its reputation as an elite eSports program as the Rocket League team took home 6th in a LevelNext collegiate tournament. According to the LevelNext website, Texas Tech fell to LSU in the semifinals but took home $4,200 in prize money for the 6th place finish. The LevelNext tournament hosted […]
Fans talk Texas Tech’s new offense and expectations for next season
July 9, 2021 by
By Chance Chambers The Texas Tech Football season kicks off Sept. 4 as the Red Raiders take on the Cougars in the season opener in Houston. The Red Raiders look to get back in action after finishing the 2020 season with a 4-6 record. According the Texas Tech athletic webpage, the team made some key […]
