Aelicia Watson, affectionately known as “Chocolate,” is the founder and executor of Redeemed Women, a nonprofit organization based out of South Dallas. Redeemed Women serves women dealing with generational poverty in the sector of Dallas. Watson, 39 years old, said her story is described as a “spontaneous, exuberant, poverty-stricken, overcoming generational poverty” background. “I’m a […]
Understanding Sanctuary Cities in the Current Political Climate
March 5, 2018 by
The politics at the core of this multifaceted immigration issue parallel the contrasted views of Texas’ population. As Republicans and Democrats clash over the law in court, the lives of those at the heart of the debate may be easily forgotten. Following the enactment of the Illegal Immigration Reform Act of 1996, Nadia Flores-Yeffal, assistant professor in the Department of Sociology, Anthropology & Social Work […]
From Amarillo to Galveston: Texas in a Playlist
March 2, 2016 by
“The stars at night are big and bright.” You know what to do. The “Deep in the Heart of Texas” lyrics describe the open night skies, but Texas has been home to many musical stars as well. Beyonce, Janis Joplin, George Strait and Vanilla Ice have all lived in The Lone Star State. Even musicians who […]
Annual Career Development Conference Coming Soon
November 9, 2015 by
When Texas Tech students head home for the holidays, some may also be heading toward a career, thanks to help from College of Media & Communication alumni. The annual Career Development Conference in Dallas, presented by the Dallas COMC alumni and sponsored by the COMC, will be held Jan. 11 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Mattito’s Centrum, […]
All Paparazzi On Me: Felipe Goes to the Emmys
October 14, 2015 by
Last month, a College of Media & Communication alumnus stepped foot on the infamous red carpet, among celebrities most of us glimpse only on television. “It was my first time attending the Emmys, so it was pretty surreal being on the red carpet—seeing people from my favorite TV shows right in front of me,” said […]
Twistedly Good Burgers
October 6, 2014 by
Lubbock is not exactly known for having a wide array of good restaurants; in fact, I’m a little sick of eating Whataburger myself. In the past several months, however, there’s been a boom of new openings. With additions of Qdoba, Red Robin, Back 40 Grill, and Freddy’s Frozen Custards and Steakburgers, Lubbock grubbers have more […]
Apparel Design Students Showcase Work
April 23, 2014 by
With so much stress circulating in the sewing lab, you could cut the tension with a knife. “Things are pretty hectic right now,” said an anxious senior designer, Hanna Clegg. “There is so much going on, it’s like the deadlines of all deadlines. We need to get all of our final looks prepared and time […]
The Hub@TTU Is Officially The Best!
April 1, 2014 by
Well, technically. Last Saturday The Hub sent a few staff members down to League City, Texas to the Society of Professional Journalism Conference for Region 8. Needless to say, it was an award-winning trip, but that’s not how it started. Friday 1:50 p.m.: Abigail Arroyos, Alicia Keene, and I were all on the same flight […]
Korea, Viruses, And NCAA: 10 Things To Know – March 25
March 25, 2013 by
A Google Maps screenshot of the Korean Demilitarized Zone. Just FYI. 1) We Triple-Dog Dare Ya – The United States and South Korea have officially published a plan “two and a half years in the making” designed to counter North Korean provocations. The New York Times 2) Color Run? Color Fun, More Like – The […]
Sassy Mom Makes Tech Student’s Post Go Viral
All it took was a funny picture and a snarky comment from her mom to make a post go viral. Gracen Daniel, a senior agricultural communications major, went to the annual conference of the Mortar Board, a national honor society for college seniors, over the summer. While there, Daniel—who is president of the society’s Tech chapter—took a photo […]
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