Advising: The Helpful Job That Can Backfire

By Haley Turner and Sara Marshall Texas Tech students know that signing up for classes is not an easy process. After going to an advising meeting to remove any holds, waiting for registration to open, and hoping Raiderlink does not crash, students usually think they are in the clear to move towards graduation. But if […]

Who Makes More in Tips? Most Say Women Do

By Kortni Robinson and Nicole Casperson Struggling college student Audrey Parisi works weekends at Las Brisas Steakhouse to make ends meet. On Friday nights, Parisi comes in hoping to be assigned as a bar back on the patio, where the men hang out, to get the big bucks in tips. “I make more as a […]

Crime and Punishment In The Halls: Part 2

By RaShayla Daniels See Part 1 The Texas Tech Police Department (TTUPD) not only responds to emergency calls, but also conducts burglary/theft prevention and active shooter training. An emerging program, called Risk Intervention & Safety Education (RISE) focuses on crime prevention and community wellness. The No. 1 focus is Tech students’ and faculty members’ safety, said Capt. Stephen Hinkle […]

Crime and Punishment In The Halls: Part 1

By RaShayla Daniels See Part 2 At least 118 reported incidents occurred in the residence halls on Texas Tech’s campus between Sept. 1 and Oct. 4. Capt. Stephen Hinkle of the Texas Tech University Police Department (TTUPD)  said bicycles and personal property thefts as well as criminal mischief are amongst the most common offenses occurring in […]

ATBYB 3: Let’s talk about the “Secret Menu”

I work at a local Starbucks and will be giving y’all tips about the common misconceptions as well as the “do’s and don’t’s” that the baristas wish you knew. Keep checking back at The Hub@TTU over the rest of the semester for more, and I will reveal my name at the end of the semester, […]

As Told By Your Barista 2: Coffee & Crème-Based Frappuccinos

I work at a local Starbucks and will be giving y’all tips about the common misconceptions as well as the “do’s and don’t’s” that the baristas wish you knew. Keep checking back at The Hub@TTU over the rest of the semester for more, and I will reveal my name at the end of the semester, […]

Interview with Professionals, Ramar Communications

My goal is to help students like you get the inside peek of possible internship and job opportunities. I want to help you put the best foot forward and get the upper hand on “hot spots” in Lubbock. I met with Chris Fleming, chief revenue officer of Ramar Communications. He was slightly intimidating but nice […]

Interview with Professionals, RD Thomas

My goal is to help students, like you, get the inside peek of possible internship and job opportunities. I want to help you put the best foot forward and get the upper hand on “hot spots” in Lubbock. I met with Ashleigh Sawyer, vice president of RD Thomas Agency. She was loud and crazy, but […]

Interview with Professionals, Griffin Wink

My goal is to help students, like you, get the inside peek of possible internship and job opportunities. I want to help you put the best foot forward and get the upper hand on “hot spots” in Lubbock. I met with Brian Wink, the president of Griffin Wink Advertising. He was very nice and laid-back. […]

Interning Tip122

Months worth of advice for you and your team. No one reads this though. Man I feel like I am not helping anyone.