#PrayForParis … and the Rest of the World

As the news of the Islamic State’s attacks on Paris unfolded, variations of a social media post began to stir controversy across platforms. The post highlighted tragic events across the world and encouraged expressions of sympathy. But the “Pray for…” hashtag quickly spilled onto unrelated events, including an undersea earthquake that could have led to a massive loss of […]

Weekly Poll: How Will You Spend Winter Break?

The library is clearing out. Students have finished projects and tests, and many are packing up to go home for the holidays. Winter break is almost here. Texas Tech’s last day of final exams is Wednesday. Campus buildings will close on Thursday, to be reopened mid-January. Tell us below, what will you be doing during […]

Thanksgiving Tradition: Football with Family

By Preston Derrick Red Raider fans are excited to add tomorrow’s Texas Tech game against the University of Texas to their football watching schedules. The Thanksgiving game, at 6 p.m. in Austin, is only the second time Tech has played on Turkey Day. The Raiders will be seeking their 7th win of the season, as well as their […]

Journeying from South Korea to the U.S.

When Hannah Lyons goes out to lunch with her mother, waiters often ask if they want separate checks. Lyons, a public relations major at Tech, was adopted from South Korea when she was three months old. She came to the U.S. after spending time at an orphanage and then with a foster family. A “military man” flew with her from […]

Weekly Poll: What Are Your Plans For Thanksgiving?

  Holiday season is nearly here! Texas Tech students will earn a much needed break, and possibly a few extra pounds, from November 26-28 over Thanksgiving Break. What are your plans for the holiday? Take our poll below!

How I Learned To Drive: Review

  I love hearing stories from my parents and grandparents about how life was better back in the good old days. Apparently things were simpler, America was what it should be, and families were really close with one another. But how close is too close? Even though this play takes place almost 20 years ago, […]

'Tis The Season For Giving, Not Receiving

For most of us the holidays are a time to visit family, reconnect with friends, and receive that much coveted gift or cash from Grandma. This past weekend I was reminded of  how fortunate I really am. While driving in the icy cold weather we had on Saturday, I saw several homeless people walking in […]

5K Family Fun Run

Wednesday evening volunteers gathered outside the Texas Tech Recreational Center to join in the 5K Family Fun Run sponsored by the Alpha Chi Omega sorority. The 5K Family Fun Run served as a fundraiser to benefit Lubbock Family Counseling Services, a non-profit organization. “We’re definitely trying to promote Family Counseling Services. They work with all […]

The New Normal

Will Run For Color

  On Saturday the Color Run 5K, took place at Mackenzie park with over 14,000 participants in attendance. Here’s a recap of the event and how you can get involved. Be sure to check out the Color Run website for more information.