By Chaz Wilson Cinco de Mayo is notoriously celebrated by college students drinking margaritas and eating nachos, even though many do not know what the holiday commemorates. A common misconception is that Cinco de Mayo celebrates Mexico’s Independence Day. The holiday actually commemorates the Mexican Army’s unlikely victory over France during the Battle of Puebla […]
Poll: Have You Experienced Racism at Texas Tech?
November 23, 2015 by
Protests at the University of Missouri have given national attention to racism in higher education, with many other schools reporting similar issues. Vote in our poll below and tell us whether you have experienced racism at Texas Tech.
Ringleader of the Floyd Price Recall Effort
November 20, 2013 by
Soon after the third recall attempt of District 2 Councilman Floyd Price failed, I sat down to interview Gordon Harris, the leader of the recall attempts. Jason Pearson: I have been following your pursuit to get Floyd Price recalled. It’s been three times and it has not happened. Can you describe each one? Gordon Harris: […]
Five Cheers for HSF
September 25, 2013 by
Our News Director Claudia Tristán talks to the Hispanic Scholarship Fund as they celebrate their fifth year anniversary at Texas Tech.
