The United States political landscape is rapidly changing. Here are some of the six important outcomes of yesterday’s elections. 1. Texas remained Republican-tilting, and there is a reason why. The next governor of Texas will be Republican Greg Abbott. According to the Office of the Secretary of the State of Texas, nationally known Democrat Wendy Davis […]
Texans Go To The Polls
November 4, 2014 by
State elections are being held across the nation today, with many college students voting for the first time. At Texas Tech University, students who are registered to vote in Lubbock County can vote at the library. Voting closes at 7 p.m. on Tuesday. Voters must bring photo identification with them, such as a driver’s license […]
10 Things To Know : May 28
June 2, 2014 by
1. The Caged Bird Flies On Prolific poet, author, and activist Maya Angelou, Ph.D., passed away this morning at her home in Winston-Salem, N.C. She was 86 years old. Angelou is best known for her 1969 autobiography “I Know Why The Caged Bird Sings.” Angelou has won numerous awards throughout her career and counted […]
Sen. Duncan Named New Chancellor of Texas Tech
May 23, 2014 by
With some big cowboy boots to fill, state Senator Robert Duncan, R – Lubbock, has been named the fourth chancellor of Texas Tech. “He is an outstanding choice.” In a press release on May 19, Tech announced Duncan as the sole finalist for the next chancellor of Tech. The Texas Tech Board of Regents is […]
Governor Perry Honors Chancellor Hance
April 2, 2014 by
Students, regents and politicians rubbed shoulders at the United Spirit Arena Wednesday night as Governor Rick Perry honored outgoing Texas Tech University Chancellor Kent Hance. Hance has been chancellor since 2006 and has made contributions to Tech such as raising over $1 billion and increasing student enrollment by 45 percent since taking office. Perry was […]
The Devils Return — Tonight At 5 P.M.
February 13, 2013 by
Join me and Dr. K from the College of Media and Communication on KTXT “The Raider” 88.1-FM for the first episode of The Devil’s Advocate! A political satire show in the likeness of Bill O’Reilley and Jon Stewart, we know-it-alls butt heads over the radio waves to help teach YOU the ins and outs of all the good […]
