Study Abroad Programs Allow First-Generations Students to Explore

By Melanie Escalante, The Hub@TTU Imagine a summer spent in the southern hemisphere: thick coats and ski goggles; endless mountains. Or a spring spent in the western hemisphere as rain falls on you outside of Buckingham Palace: meeting for tapas before visiting La Sagrada Familia; 500 miles away — the history of the Italian Renaissance. […]

TTU first-generation program’s growth, purpose

By: Natalie Cervantes The Texas Tech first-generation transition and mentoring programs are growing as they prepare to keep evolving to serve and support college students who identify as a first-generation student. Brandon Cruz, director for First Generation Transition & Mentoring Programs, spoke about the growth and importance of the program. “Over the last 10 years, […]