The Public Art Program at the Texas Tech University System was initiated by the Board of Regents in 1998 to enrich campus environments and extend the educational mission at each university. Through this program, artworks are funded and added to the system’s multiple campuses. Texas Tech’s Lubbock campus has more than 100 pieces created by some of today’s […]
The Hidden Heroes Among Us: Justin Holt
September 7, 2016 by
The Hub@TTU is launching a series focusing on veterans studying at Texas Tech University. The series, which will include photos, videos, diary entries, Q&A’s and profiles, will tell the stories of veterans transitioning back to civilian life and of those that have already made the transition. Feet that have walked in the most dangerous territories in the world […]
ICYMI: Summer in Raiderland
August 29, 2016 by
Texas Tech University can look like a ghost town over the summer, but the news never sleeps. Here’s what you missed in Lubbock this summer. Title IX Investigation in Rawls: In June, reports of a 2014 Title IX investigation involving Franco Parisi surfaced, claiming the former visiting international scholar created hostile environments. The report claims […]
Debunking the Myths Behind Rape Culture
May 30, 2016 by
By Jayme Lozano Rape. For many, it’s a hard word to see and an even harder conversation to have. Ignoring the topic, however, only leads to confusion and a disturbing trend called rape culture. The most significant aspect of rape culture is victim blaming, meaning the victims get blamed for putting themselves in situations they should […]
Parking: Where Does the Money, and Soul, Go?
May 19, 2016 by
By Abby Aldrich and Preston Derrick Citations, boots and towing, oh my! Texas Tech Parking Services is a notoriously disliked entity on campus, but most students do not understand how the system actually works and where the money goes. Stacey Stockard, the marketing coordinator for Parking Services, said parking tickets generate $1.2-$1.3 million, making up about […]
Mobile “Blue Light” App Coming to Tech
April 28, 2016 by
The Student Government Association and the office of Risk Intervention and Safety Education, or RISE, are introducing a new app to help students feel safer on campus. SGA announced its partnership with app provider Rave Guardians on Tuesday. The app is already being used at multiple universities, including many in the Big 12, according to the Rave Website. The new […]
So You Think You Can Senior: Freaky Freshman to Sizzlin’ Senior
April 15, 2016 by
We went from “red bags” touring the Texas Tech campus to freshmen in college. I remember thinking I had to look perfect on the first day of college, just like high school. I was also hoping I could find my classes and not embarrass myself by walking into the wrong class. I now know I looked like a freak […]
Springtime in Raiderland
March 14, 2016 by
By Julie Gomez Trees are in full bloom, Red Raiders line the sidewalks soaking up the sun, and the colorful tulips are making an early appearance. Though not native to the region, bright yellow and red tulip blooms can be seen across campus, welcoming in the new season. The tulips typically do not bloom until after […]
Grand Theft Auto: Hub City
February 24, 2016 by
Justin Sudduth parked his car outside of his friend’s apartment at The Suites at Overton Park on Saturday night before going out to a bar on Broadway. He locked it and took the keys with him. When he returned, his car was gone. “My immediate thought was that maybe it just got towed,” the senior […]
I Have My CHL. Now What?
December 7, 2015 by
By Justin Gonzales Six months. Six months of class time, range time, two tests, multitudes of paperwork and $250 later, I finally obtained my concealed handgun license. That may seem a bit daunting and exhausting, just to get a piece of plastic that closely resembles a driver’s license, but the empowerment that accompanies it is […]
